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Senior Executive/Assistant Manager, MSc Programme
Role summary
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The role supports the planning, administration and continuous improvement of an MSc programme at Nanyang Technological University. Typical responsibilities include coordinating course schedules, admissions and enrolment processes, supporting faculty and students, managing programme communications, organising events, maintaining records and preparing reports. Candidates are generally expected to hold a degree, preferably with experience in higher education, programme administration or student services. Strong organisational, communication and stakeholder-management skills are important, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to manage competing deadlines. Experience with graduate or postgraduate programmes, data systems and international student administration would be advantageous.
Can I work in Singapore?
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How it works
How it works: Employment Pass: SGD 5,600+ a month at 23 (6,000 from January 2027), more with age, plus 40 COMPASS points; a degree from a top-tier university scores 20 of them.
Before you apply: Schools want a degree and often a teaching qualification, and some places license teachers before you can teach: schools maintained by councils in England, and schools in Hong Kong, New Zealand and Thailand. Ask which licence your post needs.
Watch for: The post is usually advertised to locals for 14 days first; teacher aides and infant caregivers in licensed childcare centres are on the Work Permit list for South Asians and Filipinos since September 2026.
Official source: Ministry of Manpower: COMPASS points framework. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Singapore
Usual for Education jobs in Singapore, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Not usual; senior expats may get an allowance; Work Permit staff: employer must ensure proper housing (by law) |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Work Permit staff: employer pays levy, bond and insurance (by law); relocation help is an expat perk |
| Flights | Work Permit staff: flight home paid by the employer (by law); others only if the offer says so |
| Contract | Work Permit up to 2 years; S Pass and Employment Pass up to 2, then 3; notice 1 day to 4 weeks by default |
| Leave | 7 to 14 days (by law; many get more); 11 public holidays; 14 days' sick leave, 60 in hospital |
| Income tax | 0% up to SGD 20,000 a year, then 2% to 24% (about 3% at SGD 60,000); resident rates on a 1-year pass |
| Health cover | Employer must insure Work Permit and S Pass staff, SGD 60,000 a year (by law); Employment Pass: company plan |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Nanyang Technological University
Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is a major public research university located in Singapore. It is internationally recognised for education and research in engineering, technology, business, science, humanities, social sciences and interdisciplinary fields. The university serves a large community of undergraduate, postgraduate and professional learners, supported by faculty, researchers and professional staff from around the world. NTU operates a broad range of MSc, MBA, doctoral and continuing-education programmes and maintains partnerships with universities, industry and government organisations. Its campus includes academic facilities, research centres, libraries, residential halls, sports facilities and sustainability-focused infrastructure. Professional employees contribute to teaching support, student services, research administration, business development and university operations.