Senior Executive / Executive (1 year Contract)

About the Job

We are actively seeking passionate individuals who are eager to engage in impactful initiatives, foster close collaborations with stakeholders and deliver tangible results. The successful candidate will provide administrative, statistical and technical support within our department. The candidate will contribute directly to our corporate governance processes as well as improve our operational efficiency and performance.

Who We Are

We are Singapore University of Social Sciences - a university with a rich heritage in inspiring lifelong education and transforming society through applied social sciences. As Singapore’s first institute for lifelong learning, we champion inclusivity to bring education to all and ensure that they are given equal opportunities to develop to their fullest potential in our diverse learning environment.

Join our dynamic IT department and become a catalyst for innovation and progress. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to shape the digital landscape of the university and empower students, faculty and staff with seamless technology experiences. Together, we will drive digital transformation in higher education and work toward our vision to become a leading university for social good.

What You Will be Doing

• Project Involvement: Participate in projects, e.g. software asset management initiative, where you would document software assets used in the institution and set up processes to manage these assets.
• Administrative Support: Manage administrative tasks such as document organization and data entry to ensure the smooth functioning of the department.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records, documentation, and files related to departmental activities and projects.
• Statistical Analysis: Conduct statistical analysis to support decision-making processes and provide data-driven insights.
• Technical Assistance: Offer technical support, which may include troubleshooting software or hardware issues and implementing technological solutions.
• Collaboration: Engage in collaborative efforts with a diverse group of stakeholders, including faculty, students, and other team members, to achieve project objectives.
• Workflow Optimization: Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency enhancement and implement strategies to optimize operational performance.
• Report Generation: Generate reports or presentations summarizing findings, progress, or outcomes of various projects or activities.

Skills and Experiences for the Role

• Degree in Information Technology, Computing, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 - 2 years experience in an IT role or in the education industry.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft O365 applications, especially with Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assimilate information and communicate requirements and issues clearly and concisely.
• Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to interact and communicate effectively with users and vendors.
• Must be a good team player, proactive in nature, highly organized and positive attitude.