Assistant Manager (Graduate Studies)

Job Description

The Assistant Manager (Graduate Studies) supports the administration and development of graduate programmes at the National University of Singapore. Responsibilities may include managing admissions and enrolment processes, coordinating examinations and thesis matters, maintaining student records, supporting scholarships and funding administration, preparing reports, and responding to enquiries from students, faculty and external parties. Candidates are generally expected to hold a degree, preferably with experience in higher-education administration or a related field. Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills are important, together with careful attention to detail, proficiency in office systems and the ability to manage deadlines independently. Experience working with graduate students, academic departments or university policies would be advantageous.

Company Info

The National University of Singapore (NUS) is Singapore’s flagship comprehensive university and one of Asia’s leading institutions of higher learning. Founded in 1905, it offers undergraduate, postgraduate and professional programmes across disciplines including business, engineering, computing, medicine, law, science, social sciences and the humanities. NUS combines strong teaching with internationally recognised research and maintains partnerships with universities, governments and industry worldwide. Its main campus is in Kent Ridge, with additional facilities at Bukit Timah and other locations. The university employs academic, professional and support staff from many countries and provides a diverse, research-driven working environment. NUS also contributes to Singapore’s innovation ecosystem through entrepreneurship, technology transfer and collaborations with public and private-sector organisations.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a compact, well-connected island with opportunities in education, technology, finance, healthcare, logistics, tourism and professional services. English is widely used at work, while Malay, Mandarin and Tamil are also official languages. The culture is multicultural, generally orderly and respectful, with excellent public transport, reliable healthcare and a vibrant food scene. Housing ranges from shared rooms and public HDB flats to private apartments, although rent can be high, especially near central areas. Employment Pass or S Pass eligibility depends on the role, salary, qualifications and employer sponsorship; the employer normally submits the application to the Ministry of Manpower. New arrivals should budget for rent, a deposit, transport and healthcare, and confirm employment conditions before relocating. Singapore’s tropical climate is hot and humid year-round, with frequent rain.