Nanyang Business School

SeniorExecutive,PhDProgrammeAdministrationandStudentExperience

S$115–175k ~AI est. Singapore FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Senior Executive, PhD Programme Administration and Student Experience at Nanyang Business School. Skills: Programme Administration, Student Experience, Admissions, Scholarships. Support PhD recruitment activities. Support outreach initiatives”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure smooth programme operations; Ensure accurate records; Ensure timely delivery of services

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Recognised degree in Business Administration, Experience in higher education administration, Experience in programme management, Experience in similar operational role, Organisational skills, Attention to detail, Documentation accuracy, Good communication skills, Stakeholder coordination skills, Manage multiple priorities, Manage complex workflows, Work within tight timelines, Meticulous, Responsible, Service-oriented, Resilient, Adaptable

What You'll Do.

Support PhD recruitment activities

Support outreach initiatives

Support administrative processes

Support procurement processes

Manage PhD admissions administration

Manage scholarship administration

Coordinate with academic units

Provide student administration support

Support candidature administration

Support student activities

Assist with academic administration

Assist with programme administration

Manage progress reporting

Manage supervision records

Manage committee records

Manage internal defences

Support PhD convocation planning

Support PhD convocation administration

Administer inbound exchange programmes

Administer outbound exchange programmes

Administer PhD exchange programmes

Administer Non-Graduating Non-Exchange students

Maintain accurate programme records

Maintain documentation

Support financial matters

Support operational matters

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Working closely with faculty; Working closely with PhD students; Working closely with central offices

Communication Scope

Good communication skills; Stakeholder coordination skills

Full Job Description

As one of Asia’s premier business schools and part of Nanyang Technological University (NTU)—a globally recognised, research‑intensive university—Nanyang Business School provides the intellectual depth, academic rigour, and institutional support needed for a successful research career. Joining the NBS Research & PhD Office means being at the heart of a doctoral programme in one of Asia’s leading business schools. The NBS PhD Programme supports a vibrant, internationally diverse community of researchers working closely with world-class faculty on high-impact business and management research. As part of the administrative team, you will play a meaningful role in shaping the PhD experience—from admissions and onboarding to academic milestones and graduation—contributing directly to the success of future academics and thought leaders. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic, intellectually stimulating environment where your coordination, judgement, and organisational skills make a visible and lasting impact. The incumbent will provide end‑to‑end administrative and programme support for the Nanyang Business School (NBS) PhD Programme. The role supports key areas including PhD admissions and scholarships, student lifecycle administration, academic and programme coordination, and convocation‑related processes. Working closely with faculty members, PhD students, and central administrative offices, the incumbent ensures smooth programme operations, accurate records, and timely delivery of services in accordance with university policies and procedures. **Key Responsibilities include:** * Supporting PhD recruitment activities, outreach initiatives, and related administrative and procurement processes. * Managing PhD admissions and scholarship administration, including application processing, coordination with academic units, and issuance of offers. * Providing student administration support across the PhD lifecycle, including onboarding, orientation, candida

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