Support the design and delivery of a targeted talent development programme for high performing students, with a focus on programme execution, student engagement and advisory support. The role involves coordinating stakeholders, creating meaningful developmental opportunities, and guiding students to strengthen scholarship, university and post-graduation pathways while building a strong programme community.
Republic Polytechnic
Office of Student Support - Senior Executive/Assistant Manager/Deputy Manager
Fixed Terms
Closing on 29 May 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
Programme Planning, Delivery & Administration (RP Talent Development Programme)
- Contribute to the planning, conceptualisation and execution of Talent Development Programme offerings aligned to student developmental needs
- Support the development of programme content, student resources and communication materials to strengthen student engagement and development and programme delivery.
- Support budget, procurement and vendor management in accordance with RP policies
Student Engagement, Advising & Progress Tracking
- Conduct regular 1-to-1 student check-ins; support students’ goal-setting and action planning.
- Monitor student progress using established monitoring tools; flag early alerts and coordinate follow-up with schools/stakeholders.
- Provide advisory support on scholarships, university pathways, internships, careers and further studies, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders and partners.
Stakeholder & Partner Engagement
- Partner schools, parents/guardians (where appropriate) and alumni/industry to strengthen student support, mentoring and exposure.
Student Development Opportunities (Local & Overseas)
- Oversee local/overseas development opportunities (selection, briefings, logistics, risk management and evaluation); chaperone when required.
Student Community Building
- Plan and lead community-building activities; gather feedback and improve participation and student experience.
- Guide supporting staff/facilitators/student leaders to ensure consistent engagement and smooth delivery.
- Management and coordination of communication channels for student engagement (where required).
What we are looking for
Requirements:
- A passion for working with people, student centric, empathetic, and able to engage youths effectively
- Proactive, resourceful, with good time management, stakeholder engagement and collaborative skills
- Strong written and interpersonal communication skills for working with students, staff and external partners
- Proficient in Microsoft Tools (Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint)
- At least 5 years of relevant work experience, preferably in the education sector
About your application process
This job is closing on 29 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 Republic Polytechnic or the wider Public Service.
About Republic Polytechnic
The first educational institution in Singapore to leverage the Problem-based Learning approach for all its diploma programmes, Republic Polytechnic (RP) has seven schools offering courses in Applied Science, Engineering, Business, Hospitality, Infocomm, Sports and Health, and Technology for Arts, Media and Design. To support Singapore’s national effort to promote continuous, lifelong learning, our Academy for Continuing Education (ACE) offers a wide range of part-time programmes. We welcome you to grow with us! Discover a people- and family-oriented culture, where you are inspired to improve as you nurture lifelong learners. For more information from RP, please visit https://www.rp.edu.sg/careers or follow us on LinkedIn.
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