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Senior Executive, Student Affairs (1-year contract)

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Senior Executive, Student Affairs (1-year contract)

Senior Executive

2026-06-29

Type

1-year contract, Staff/Administration

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
1-3 years in higher education administration, marketing, student affairs or admissions
Strong organisational and project management skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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Senior Executive, Student Affairs (1-year contract)

Job Description

We are looking for a proactive and organised Senior Executive to provide administrative and operational support in planning, coordinating, and implementing activities across Outreach, Admissions, Student Engagement, Development (donations) and Alumni. This role supports ALCNS’ efforts to enhance its profile, attract high-quality applicants, strengthen alumni relations, and deliver meaningful student experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Outreach & Publicity

  • Support planning and execution of local and overseas outreach activities for ALCNS Undergraduate Programmes
  • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to drive participation and ensure smooth event delivery
  • Coordinate event logistics (materials preparation, student helpers, on-site support, payment matters)
  • Work with communications stakeholders to develop targeted outreach/publicity materials
  • Maintain records and track participant engagement

Student Activities & Engagement

  • Support Nursing SubClub and student events, house/community involvement projects, student exchange programmes and study trips
  • Coordinate student enquiries, sign-ups/registrations and participation tracking
  • Support risk management and compliance requirements (e.g., safety protocols, permits) in coordination with relevant officers
  • Collect and analyse feedback; prepare post-event reports and recommendations

Admissions Support

  • Coordinate and support admissions-related engagement activities (for faculty, prospective students and parents)
  • Provide timely responses to stakeholders including faculty, external interviewers and applicants
  • Maintain accurate and confidential records

Development, Donations & Alumni Support

  • Provide administrative support for donation-related processes (e.g., account creation upon receipt of donations)
  • Maintain records of gift pledges and administration of named bursaries/scholarships/medals/prizes
  • Support periodic reporting and alumni communications (e.g., Nursing Alumni EXCO dissemination)

Operational Support

  • Support department events and strategic initiatives
  • Contribute to business continuity planning (e.g., SOP writing) and process improvement/digitalisation efforts

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
  • 1-3 years of relevant experience in higher education administration, marketing, student affairs, or admissions
  • Strong organisational and project management skills; able to manage multiple priorities
  • Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
  • Detail-oriented, resourceful, and collaborative; comfortable working with diverse stakeholders
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Req ID: 32646

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for the Senior Executive Student Affairs role?

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline and 1-3 years of relevant experience in higher education administration, marketing, student affairs, or admissions. Strong organisational, project management, interpersonal, and communication skills are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office. Detail-oriented and collaborative individuals comfortable with diverse stakeholders are ideal. Prepare your application with our free resume template for higher ed jobs.

📋What are the key responsibilities in Outreach and Student Engagement?

Key duties include supporting outreach and publicity for undergraduate programmes, liaising with stakeholders, coordinating event logistics, and tracking engagement. For student activities, manage Nursing SubClub events, exchanges, study trips, enquiries, risk compliance, feedback analysis, and post-event reports. Explore similar roles in administration jobs or higher ed admin positions.

💼What support is needed for Admissions and Development?

In admissions support, coordinate engagement activities, respond to stakeholders, and maintain confidential records. For development, donations, and alumni, handle donation processes, gift pledges, bursaries, reporting, and alumni communications. This role enhances student experiences and alumni relations in higher education settings. Check higher ed career advice for tips.

📅What is the employment type and duration for this position?

This is a 1-year contract position in Staff/Administration, focusing on operational support across multiple areas. It supports department events, business continuity planning, SOP writing, and process improvements. Suitable for proactive professionals in student affairs. View more executive higher ed jobs.

🚀How to apply and what skills stand out for success?

Applications are open until 2026-06-29 (Req ID: 32646). Highlight project management, multitasking, stakeholder collaboration, and digitalisation skills. Use our free cover letter template tailored for higher education jobs. Resourceful candidates excel in this dynamic role.

🔍Is experience in higher education mandatory?

While 1-3 years of relevant experience in higher education administration, marketing, student affairs, or admissions is preferred, strong transferable skills in organisation and communication can compensate. Proficiency in MS Office is required. Build your profile with insights from employer branding in higher ed.

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