Full Time Assistant Manager - Manager, Global Research - Analysis Jobs, in National University Of Singapore Central Region (Singapore) - Maukerja

NUS Global Relations Office

“NUS Global” (or GRO) is the international engagement arm of the National University of Singapore (NUS). It has a dual mandate. Broadly, GRO oversees and administers mobility programmes that provide NUS students with learning experiences abroad. Such programmes enhance students’ cultural competencies and personal development to help prepare them for life and work across international cultural boundaries. GRO is also responsible for building collaborative relationships with overseas counterparts through bilateral engagements, alliances, networks, and other channels to create value for our stakeholders in line with NUS’ aspiration to be a global university.

To support our mandate, this team works closely with the Associate Vice President, GRO, to conduct research and analysis on various aspects of the global higher education landscape. In short, the team functions as an informational resource to GRO and NUS senior management.

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced, resourceful, and analytically strong individual to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to develop insights that will shape international mobility experiences and engagement strategies. In this role, you will:

• Independently undertake research and analysis on developments in global higher education, internationalisation trends, and broader contextual factors affecting university internationalisation strategies.
• Monitor developments in international engagement and mobility, identify emerging trends and opportunities, and prepare briefs, reports, and presentation materials to support planning and decision-making.
• Source, analyse, and synthesise relevant data and statistics, highlighting key findings and implications, and addressing information gaps where relevant.
• Undertake assessments and reviews of programmes and policies related to international engagement and mobility.
• Engage and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support the team’s work.
• Develop, maintain and improve research resources, databases, templates, and dashboards to support timely, accurate, accessible, and useful reporting and analysis.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of the team’s research approaches, analytical frameworks, and knowledge base.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Economics, Political Science, International Relations, Global Studies, or a related discipline. A postgraduate qualification will be advantageous.
• At least 4 years of relevant professional experience in research and analysis, strategy, or related areas, preferably within international relations, higher education, public policy, or a related field. Appointment will be commensurate with experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently, exercise sound judgement, and manage multiple priorities and timelines effectively.
• Excellent command of the English language, with strong writing and verbal communication skills.
• Keen interest in global developments and international trends, particularly within the higher education landscape, with the ability to connect broader developments to institutional implications.
• Good interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work and communicate effectively across cultures and with diverse stakeholders.
• A proactive, resourceful, and adaptable team player who is comfortable working with ambiguity and collaborating effectively with others.
• Familiarity with AI tools to support research, analysis and related workflows will be advantageous.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Global Relations Office

Department : Management

Employee Referral Eligible:

Job requisition ID : 34488