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Senior Executive, Programme Administration (1-year contract)

Senior Executive

2026-06-29

Location

Singapore

National University of Singapore (NUS)

Type

1-year contract

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (business preferred)
1-3 years admin/operations experience
Strong data management & reporting
MS Office proficient
Excellent communication skills
NUS EduRec experience (advantage)
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Senior Executive, Programme Administration (1-year contract)

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Executive to support the efficient delivery and continued growth of the Bachelor of Science (Nursing Practice) programme. This 1-year contract role supports end-to-end programme administration—from outreach and admissions support to course delivery, assessments, reporting, and completion processes—ensuring operations are timely, accurate, and aligned with academic quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Programme planning, outreach and admissions support

  • Support outreach and marketing efforts (e.g., programme/admissions webpage updates, collaterals, education and career fairs) to attract quality applicants.
  • Support admissions administration, ensuring timely processing and release of application outcomes aligned to academic calendar timelines.
  • Coordinate semester readiness for assigned courses (e.g., venues, timetables, enrolment coordination for lecturers/tutors).

Programme operations (Year 2 & 3)

  • Manage student and stakeholder enquiries professionally and promptly.
  • Support faculty (including Course Leads) and external lecturers to ensure smooth course delivery.
  • Coordinate assessment and examination administration, ensuring deadlines and audit requirements are met.
  • Support assessment-related setup (e.g., assessments and rubrics on e-exam platforms where applicable).
  • Conduct the annual Singapore Nursing Board (SNB) CPE points exercise (collate student details and submit required documentation).

Post-semester / completion administration

  • Support marks entry checking and prepare documentation for pre-Board of Examiners (BOE) audits to ensure accuracy in marks management.
  • Administer annual Exit and Employer Surveys; engage stakeholders to achieve strong response rates.
  • Collate end-of-semester student feedback reports for courses.
  • Support alumni communications to promote continuing and lifelong learning.

Department support and process improvement

  • Support department events and strategic initiatives.
  • Contribute to business continuity documentation (e.g., SOPs) and process improvement projects to streamline and digitise workflows.
  • Provide secretariat support for meetings (agenda collation, minutes, tracking action items).

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree (preferably in business or related fields; other disciplines considered with relevant relevant experience).
  • 1-3 years of experience in administrative/operations roles supporting academic programmes (preferably in a university setting).
  • Strong data management and reporting skills, with high attention to detail.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; collaborative and professional.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Experience with student management/academic administration systems (e.g., NUS EduRec or similar) is an advantage.

Req ID: 32644

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for the Senior Executive Programme Administration role?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree (preferably in business or related fields; other disciplines with relevant experience considered). Require 1-3 years in administrative/operations roles supporting academic programmes, ideally in a university. Key skills include data management, attention to detail, MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and strong communication. NUS EduRec or similar systems are advantageous. Explore more administration jobs.

📋What are the key responsibilities in this 1-year contract position?

Support programme administration for Bachelor of Science (Nursing Practice), including outreach, admissions, course delivery, assessments, Singapore Nursing Board (SNB) CPE points, surveys, and process improvements. Manage enquiries, coordinate exams, prepare BOE audits, and provide secretariat for meetings. Focus on Years 2 & 3 operations. See similar roles in higher ed admin jobs.

📅Is this a full-time role and what is the contract duration?

This is a 1-year contract position as Senior Executive in programme administration, supporting full end-to-end operations. Likely full-time based on responsibilities like admissions and assessments aligned to academic calendars. No part-time mentioned. Check executive jobs for contract insights.

📝How to apply for this NUS Senior Executive Programme Administration job?

Applications via Req ID 32644. Prepare CV highlighting administrative experience in academic settings, MS Office skills, and data management. Align with academic calendar timelines. Deadline: 2026-06-29. Use our free resume template and cover letter template for success.

🌍What location and support is provided for this nursing programme admin role?

Based in Singapore at NUS, supporting Bachelor of Science (Nursing Practice). No visa sponsorship mentioned. Involves SNB CPE points and systems like NUS EduRec. View Singapore university jobs for relocation tips.

💻What skills advantage applicants for this academic administration contract?

Prior experience with student management systems like NUS EduRec, e-exam platforms, and academic audits. Strong in reporting, process digitisation, and stakeholder coordination. Read higher ed career advice to stand out.

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