ABOUT THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION (NIE)

The National Institute of Education (NIE), Singapore, is Singapore’s national teacher education institute and we are proud to be an integral part of the nation’s education service. We play a key role in the preparation of teachers and in the provision of teacher professional and school leadership development programmes.  We are committed to our vision of being An Institute of Distinction: Leading the Future of Education and our mission to Inspire Learning, Transform Teaching and Advance Research. Read more about NIE here.

NIE invites applications for the position of Manager, Programme Administration & Management in the Office of Teacher Education & Undergraduate Programmes.

Responsibilities

The Manager will support the Associate Dean, Programme Planning and Management in the planning and management of initial teacher preparation programmes in the Office of Teacher Education & Undergraduate Programmes (TEUP). The duties will include the following:

• Management and administration of initial teacher preparation programmes and undergraduate programmes.

• Encompass knowledge of the programme, time tabling and class allocation, production of academic plans, liaising with subject/course coordinators and external stakeholders on programme and student matters, and any other programme-related activities.

• Provide leadership to the programme team and supporting their professional development.TProvide secretariat support for Committees and to prepare policy papers for Management Boards and key stakeholders.

Requirements

• A University Degree, preferably in business management

• At least four years of relevant work experience in student support and/or programme administration, preferably in a tertiary educational institution.

• Demonstrated ability to quickly understand complex operational processes, establish credibility with an experienced team, provide clear direction and sound judgement, lead change, and develop staff.

• Strong in administration, meticulous and good organizational skills.

• Motivated, resourceful, able to work independently and as a team player, under pressure.

• Strong writing skills with experience in writing minutes and preparing policy papers.

• Able to work on occasional evenings and weekends, as required.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication (written and verbal) and service skills.

• Able to multitask, organise, analyse and write well.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, experience working in a digitalized environment

• Experience in operations and management, especially in an education institution would be an advantage

Closing date: 25 August 2026

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Other Information

NIE staff can take chartered buses at their own expense from or near their homes to NIE campus. This is subject to the availability of seats.