Senior Manager (School Engagement & Events)

National University of Singapore

  • Singapore
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 23 days ago
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Accept ClosePress Tab to Move to Skip to Content LinkSearch JobsJob DescriptionApply nowJob Title: Senior Manager (School Engagement & Events)Posting Start Date: 12/08/2025Job Description:Duties and Responsibilities
  • Lead and oversee the School of Computing's (SoC) strategic engagement initiatives with schools, including relationship-building with local and international institutions
  • Plan and execute high-impact events such as NUS Open House, Info Sessions, Computing Day, school visits, outreach workshops, and youth engagement programmes.
  • Develop and manage partnerships with secondary schools, junior colleges, polytechnics, and other education stakeholders to increase the SoC's outreach and influence.
  • Provide leadership in the design and execution of hands-on learning engagements that showcase the SoC's offerings to prospective students.
  • Collaborate with faculty members, student volunteers, and external vendors to ensure successful event execution.
  • Design and implement evaluation metrics to measure the effectiveness and reach of engagement initiatives.
  • Manage event budgets, timelines, logistics, and communications across teams and partners.
  • Oversee development and production of engagement materials, kits, publicity items, and digital content.
  • Serve as the SoC's representative at key engagements, education fairs, and community events.
  • Support the Communications team in broader strategic planning, campaign development, and cross-functional outreach efforts.
  • Handle other ad hoc projects as assigned by the Senior Associate Director, Communications.
Qualifications
  • A recognised degree in Communications, Events Management, Education, or a related field
  • At least 5 years of relevant experience in stakeholder engagement, outreach, or event leadership, preferably in education or public sector
  • Proven track record in managing large-scale events and educational programmes
  • Strong strategic thinking and planning abilities
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated leadership and team management skills
  • Highly organised and able to manage multiple stakeholders and timelines
  • Willingness to work evenings or weekends during key events and outreach periods
  • Experience working with schools, educators, and students is highly desirable
  • Experience in photography or video production is a plus
  • Proficient in tools such as Microsoft Office, Canva, Google Docs, is a plus.

National University of Singapore