Manager, Student Talent Attraction and Development (Temporary Contract – 1 Year)
Nanyang Technological University
- Singapore
- Temporary
- Full-time
- Develop and implement operational strategies for the management of talent development programmes aimed at developing UG student talents within NTU.
- Work with colleges, schools, offices and vendors to design and deliver training sessions and workshops, mentoring initiatives to enhance talent skills, and develop strategies to attract students into the programme.
- Monitor the effectiveness of talent development programmes and make adjustments as needed.
- Budgeting and expenditure tracking.
- Collaborate with colleges, schools and various offices to develop marketing and promotional strategy and materials.
- Manage scholarship initiatives, including the application process, selection criteria, and identifying/inviting panellists of domain experts and interviews.
- Establish ongoing relationships with domain experts/interview panellists and scholarship recipients, providing support during application process and throughout the recipient’s educational journeys.
- Maintain accurate records of scholarship recipients, and program impact.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including senior management, colleges, schools and department heads, to ensure alignment of initiatives with organizational goals.
- Collaborate with external partners, such as educational institutions, industry experts, and sponsors, to leverage their expertise and support for initiatives.
- Bachelor’s or Masters degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Education, Event Management).
- Minimum of 8 years of proven experience managing initiatives such as leadership programs, scholarships or symposiums.
- Possess strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels.
- Exceptional organizational and attention-to-detail abilities, ensuring high-quality execution of initiatives.
- Proficiency in using project management tools and software.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as in cross-functional teams.
- A passion for education, student talent attraction and development, and fostering growth opportunities.