Ngee Ann Polytechnic

LECTURER / SENIOR LECTURER, CHINESE MEDIA & COMMUNICATION - HMIS

Fixed Terms

Closing on 03 May 2026

What the role is

This is a 2-year contract position as a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer, Chinese Media & Communication in the School of Humanities & Interdisciplinary studies.

We are seeking dynamic and passionate individuals to join our academic team in Chinese Media & Communication. The successful candidate is expected to develop/teach modules that nurture the next generation of bilingual storytellers, content creators, and communicators through thoughtful design and delivery of impactful learning experiences.

Candidates should be effectively bilingual in Chinese and English, with the ability to teach and communicate confidently in both languages.

We welcome candidates with strengths in either Chinese audio/media production (radio, podcast, speech communication) or digital media and design (UI/UX, publication design, GenAI applications), or a combination of both.

What you will be working on

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

Curriculum development, course delivery (face-to-face/online) and project supervision for youth and adult learners in the following areas:

Speech Comm in Chinese
Radio & Vodcast
Translation
Publication Design & Production
New Media in Southeast Asia
Integrated Marketing Communication
Chinese History & Literature
Digital Marketing & Advertising
Media Ethics & Regulation
Audience Research
Multidisciplinary industry-based projects
Project Management & Multidisciplinary Collaborations
Lead and identify new opportunities, initiatives and collaborations with industry stakeholders, related government agencies & institutes of higher learnings
Be up to date with the latest developments in media sector, human-centred design and interdisciplinary learning
Manage administrative work related to teaching and assigned projects

What we are looking for

Tertiary qualifications in Media, Communication, Chinese Studies, or a related field.
At least 3–5 years of relevant industry experience in media, content production, broadcasting, or communication.
Familiarity with applied learning approaches such as service-learning or overseas experiential programmes will be an advantage.
Experience in radio programming, streaming, and speech or presentation coaching is a plus.
Interest in adult education and a willingness to support continuing education initiatives are valued.
An agile team player with good interpersonal and communication skills
Candidates who applied in the last 6 months need not reapply unless there have been significant developments in experience.

About your application process

This job is closing on 03 May 2026.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within Ngee Ann Polytechnic or the wider Public Service.

About Ngee Ann Polytechnic

At Ngee Ann Polytechnic, our nine academic schools offer over 40 full-time diplomas to a growing student population of more than 15,000. As a public tertiary institution, internationally-recognised for its academic excellence and close industry links, NP prides itself on having a dedicated and professional teaching faculty, complete with campus facilities that are among the finest in the world. An institution of higher learning, Ngee Ann Polytechnic believes in giving every student an enriching learning experience and every employee the opportunity to build a meaningful career. If you are a self-starter with an innovative mind, a versatile person with the drive for all-rounded excellence, and a dedicated team player who shares our vision and values, we invite you to join our inspired team.

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