Executive/Senior Executive, Student Life

About The Role

Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) administers full-time and part-time undergraduate degree and graduate programmes.

SUSS Student Life (under Student SUcceSS Centre) aims to create an enabling culture that empowers students to maximise their personal potential. This is realised by supporting students to strengthen their well-being, and helping students develop their unique potential to contribute actively to SUSS and the wider community. SUSS Student Life also organises and implements student leadership, onboarding, inclusion and well-being programmes for the personal and professional development of students.

The successful candidate will be a key member of the team to organise, implement and support various systems, processes and programmes helmed by the SUSS Student Life and Student SUcceSS Centre.

We are seeking individuals with strong administrative and communication skills who are passionate about student development. Candidates should have sound knowledge and experience in the field, demonstrate the ability to lead the design and implementation of student life programmes, and be committed to fostering holistic student growth.

Candidates should also be agile, have an eye for detail, attuned to collaborative possibilities, and possess the ability to tackle challenging situations with competence and determination. A strong passion for people development is also expected. 

What You Will Be Doing

• Support the organisation and delivery of student life programmes, including Student Onboarding (e.g. Orientation, First Year Assembly), Student Conduct, Student Safety, Interest Groups, and Outreach Initiatives.
• Provide administrative duties related to student life programmes, including pre and post event publicity, data management, finance, logistics, etc.
• Coach and mentor students in the various student life programmes.
• Support the planning and execution of overall outreach strategy for Student Life programmes across the various social media platforms.
• Produce and/or edit photographs and videos for outreach and engagement purposes.
• Work across various offices within Student SUcceSS Centre and support the different functions and events as necessary.
• Attend training and development courses relevant to work and professional development.
• Assist with other tasks and duties as assigned by his/her immediate supervisor, as well as participate in university-wide activities.

Job Requirements

• Degree holder with at least 2 to 3 years of relevant working experience in student and youth development.
• Team player, with strong communication, interpersonal, analytical and presentation skills.
• Able to work independently with a strong eye for detail.
• Strong coordination, administrative and organisational skills.
• Demonstrate strong awareness of current and global affairs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in working at institutes of higher learning or relevant settings would be an advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, design and video software and relevant AI tools.