Assistant Manager, Research Support and Grants Management (Office for Research) [NIE]
On-site · Singapore, Singapore
Job Summary
Assist in managing pre-award grant processes from call development to award and oversee post-award grant administration, including amendments, reporting, compliance checks, and project closure. Serve as the primary contact for assigned research centres or departments, providing consultancy on research grant administration matters (HR, financial, and compliance). Support audits, KPI monitoring, and stakeholder reporting; organize and support research events; contribute to policy reviews and improvements; maintain grant databases and research support systems; liaise with funding agencies and internal units to ensure compliant grant delivery; provide secretariat support for grant panel meetings and research engagement activities.
Required Qualifications
- A university degree in any discipline.
- 3 to 5 years of experience in research grant administration, project management, or a related role in a higher education, research, or public sector environment.
- Strong understanding of administrative processes, compliance requirements, and policy-driven work environments.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to prepare documents, manage data, and produce clear reports and presentations.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally with faculty, researchers, and administrative stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and numerical ability, with high attention to detail and accuracy in handling data and financial information.
- Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Ability to interpret and apply policies and ensure compliance with institutional and funding agency requirements.
- High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
- Adaptable, proactive, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment.
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