The Assistant Head will support strategic planning, institutional engagement and business development initiatives at the National Institute of Education (NIE), including coordinating plans, preparing reports and presentations, analysing data, and working with internal and external stakeholders. Candidates should have a degree in business, public policy, education, communications or a related field, with relevant experience in strategy, planning, stakeholder engagement or project management. Strong analytical, writing, presentation and interpersonal skills are expected, along with the ability to manage multiple projects, work independently and collaborate across teams. Experience in higher education or public-sector environments would be advantageous.
Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is a major research-intensive university in Singapore, recognised internationally for its strengths in engineering, science, technology, business, education, humanities and social sciences. Its campus includes the National Institute of Education (NIE), Singapore's main teacher education and education research institute. NTU combines teaching, research and innovation with partnerships across government, industry and global universities. The university has a diverse community of students, faculty and professional staff, and places strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research, sustainability, digital transformation and regional impact. Professional roles at NTU often involve collaboration across faculties, schools and administrative offices, with opportunities to contribute to large-scale institutional initiatives in a multicultural and internationally connected environment.
Singapore is a compact island city-state with opportunities in education, technology, finance, healthcare, logistics, research, government and professional services. The culture is multicultural, efficient and generally English-speaking, with Chinese, Malay, Indian and international influences visible in festivals, food and daily life. Public transport is clean, reliable and extensive, while housing, childcare and dining costs can be high. Popular areas include the city centre, Jurong, Tampines and the northwestern districts near NTU. Foreign professionals typically require an Employment Pass or S Pass, arranged by the employer and subject to eligibility rules. Relocating workers should budget for rent, deposits, health insurance and initial living expenses. Singapore is warm and humid year-round, with frequent rain, excellent safety and convenient regional travel. NTU's main campus is in the west, and commuting is easiest from nearby Jurong West, Clementi or Bukit Batok.
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