Assistant Manager/Senior Executive, GDAT

Nanyang Technological University

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NTU Main Campus, Singapore Until 9/14/2026 4+ years exp First posted July 16, 2026 Last posted July 16, 2026
Job description

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Manager/Senior Executive to support the administration and operational delivery of our newly launched Master of Science (MSc) in Game Design, Art, and Technology (GDAT). This role will be part of a dynamic team committed to academic excellence, student engagement, and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work closely with Programme Co-Directors to support strategic planning, scheduling, budgeting, and the operational setup of the MSc in GDAT programme.

  • Oversee and manage end-to-end student admissions, including outreach, application processing, interview coordination, appeals handling, and post-offer follow-ups.

  • Manage course registration processes, coordinate curriculum updates, timetable scheduling, and liaise with the Office of Academic Services for cross-school registration matters.

  • Guide and supervise a Senior Executive responsible for day-to-day activities such as enrolment, assessments, faculty hiring support, and final project submissions.

  • Facilitate the submission of exam results and grades, ensuring accuracy and adherence to academic policies.

  • Plan orientation programmes for new student intakes and respond to student queries and feedback in line with institutional protocols.

  • Assist in the preparation, monitoring, and reporting of programme budgets to ensure effective resource use.

  • Collaborate with internal departments, faculty, and external stakeholders to address programme-related matters and ensure operational alignment.

Job Requirements:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.

  • 4 to 6 years of relevant experience in admissions, operations, or administration, preferably in a higher education setting.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint); comfortable learning new IT systems or platforms.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

  • Excellent planning, coordination, and organizational abilities.

  • A self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams and departments.

  • Proactive and adaptable, with a solution-oriented mindset.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU

About this role

Summary

Support MSc GDAT program operations, admissions, scheduling, budgeting, and stakeholder coordination.

Job title

Assistant Manager/Senior Executive, GDAT

Experience level

4-6 years

Minimum experience

4+ years exp

Industry

education

Location requirements

On-site at NTU Main Campus, Singapore; remote not specified.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

Microsoft Officecommunicationorganisation

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

admissionsoperationshigher education
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site