Executive (2 years contract), Financial Aid

About The Job

To help the Financial Aid (FA) Manager design and sustain an effective administrative framework that supports efficient planning and coordination of the department’s operations.

To support the FA Manager in organising and maintaining the department’s structure to enable strong team performance through clear delegation, well-defined responsibilities, and established individual goals.

What You Will Be Doing

The shortlisted candidate will report to the Manager and provide administrative support to the department:

• Manage the application processes for scholarships, sponsorships and financial aid, and appeals.
• Assist in the budget and disbursement of scholarships, sponsorships and financial aid to recipients.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders (e.g., Schools, Advancement Office, and Finance & Business Partnership, etc.) on availability of funds for scholarships, sponsorships and financial aid.
• Oversee and maintain accurate and up-to-date statistics/data and records of scholarships, sponsorships and financial aid.
• Liaise with MOE and other government agencies on the forecast/projection of MOE financial aid.
• Liaise with agency bank(s) and internal departments on workflows/processes for financial aid.
• Prepare information (e.g., brochures) on scholarships, sponsorships and financial aid. Ensure that website is updated with the most current information.
• Provide advisory to prospective and existing students who are applying for scholarships, sponsorships and financial aid.

Job Requirements

• Degree Holder with at least 2 years of working experience, preferably in administration.
• Experience in project management and change/innovation management will be an advantage. Fresh graduates with some work experience or diploma holders may apply.
• Proficient in basic office systems such as Microsoft Office, Outlook, Teams, Zoom.
• A good team player with good interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Good administrative skills.
• Self-motivated, positive attitude with growth mindset, and able to work independently and take initiative.
• Resourceful and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• An eye for detail, meticulous and possess a high level of discretion and integrity.
• Open and adaptable to change, with the initiative to recommend improvements for better operational efficiency, while maintaining a student-centric approach to service delivery.