Senior Assistant Director, Public Programmes

Job Description

The Senior Assistant Director, Public Programmes is expected to plan, develop and deliver public-facing programmes that strengthen NTU’s engagement with the community and enhance its institutional profile. Requirements typically include a degree in communications, marketing, arts, education, events management or a related discipline, together with substantial experience managing programmes, partnerships and large-scale events. The successful candidate should demonstrate strong project management, stakeholder engagement, budgeting, communications and problem-solving abilities. Experience working with universities, cultural institutions, government agencies or community partners is advantageous. The role requires creativity, sound judgement, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects, vendors and deadlines while representing NTU professionally.

Company Info

Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is a major research-intensive university located in Singapore. It is internationally recognised for strengths in engineering, technology, business, science, education, humanities, social sciences and interdisciplinary research. NTU operates a distinctive campus with strong links to industry, government and overseas academic partners, and places considerable emphasis on innovation, sustainability and global engagement. The university serves a large community of undergraduate, postgraduate, academic and professional staff from Singapore and around the world. In addition to teaching and research, NTU hosts public lectures, exhibitions, cultural activities, outreach initiatives and lifelong-learning programmes. Its work environment combines the structure of a large public institution with opportunities to contribute to ambitious academic, community and international projects.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a compact, well-connected island with opportunities in education, technology, finance, healthcare, research, communications, tourism and public-sector organisations. Its multicultural society blends Chinese, Malay, Indian and international influences, with English widely used at work and in daily life. Residents enjoy efficient public transport, reliable infrastructure, excellent healthcare, diverse food and many parks, museums and cultural events. Housing can be expensive, especially near central areas, although public transport makes commuting from surrounding towns practical. Foreign professionals generally need an employer-sponsored work pass, such as an Employment Pass or S Pass, subject to salary, qualifications and prevailing regulations. New arrivals should arrange accommodation, banking, insurance and tax registration, and budget for rental deposits and living costs. Singapore’s warm, humid climate is consistent year-round, with frequent rain and occasional haze.