Job Description

Innovation Support Services

Who We Are

As Singapore\'s first institute for lifelong learning, the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) champions inclusivity to bring education to all and ensure that they are given equal opportunities to develop to their fullest potential in our diverse learning environment. We advocate for the same for our people. We believe everyone should have equal opportunities and develop to their fullest potential in their careers. Embark on an exciting lifelong journey with us in making a positive difference in your career and serving our society.

The Institute for Adult Learning (IAL), an autonomous institute of the Singapore University of Social Sciences, is at the forefront of building capabilities and continuing professional development for an effective, innovative, and responsive TAE sector. Innovation Centre (IC), a division under IAL, leads the learning innovation with and for the Training and Adult Education (TAE) sector through programmes and initiatives. The Centre\'s objective is to advance the development, proliferation and adoption of proven innovative learning solutions. IC is made up of 3 teams - (i) Adoption and Acceleration, (ii) Exploration and Development and (iii) Innovation Support Services.

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Reporting to the Principal Manager, Innovation Support Services, this position is to support the administration and management of grants and financial and administrative matters of the Innovation Centre.

Key activities related to these responsibilities include: * Manage efficiently and effectively the management and disbursement of grants offered through IC\'s programmes. This includes but is not limited to duties involving verifying and reviewing budget proposals, processing budget variation requests, verifying fund disbursement requests, and processing fund disbursements.

• Ensure proper record keeping and compliance with all grant governance, finance, and auditing requirements.
• Administer and manage contracts.
• Support the centre in matters relating to finance and administration (e.g., division\'s budget preparation and tracking of budget expenses and utilization, division\'s procurement, etc.). This includes financial analysis, preparation and consolidation of documents for management reporting.
• Participate in the planning and/or organising of IC\'s events and activities, when required.
• Support the maintenance of the IC\'s microsite.
• Any other duties, including cross divisional projects or events, that may be assigned by the management from time to time to meet the needs of the organisation and changing environment

Job Requirements

• Minimum diploma in finance and budget management.
• At least three years of working experience, preferably in finance, administration and operations.
• Demonstrated ability in meeting deadlines and dealing with financial figures.
• Possess good problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• The successful appointee will be based in IAL Campus located at Lifelong Learning Institute next to Paya Lebar MRT station.

What Do We Offer

At SUSS, we advocate the Spirit of Learning and pride ourselves as lifelong learners. You will gain access to various learning platforms and plenty of development opportunities to support your growth in a meaningful career!

Besides that, you will also get:

• Competitive Pay Package
• Hybrid Work Arrangement (Subject to Job Role)
• Medical Benefits
• Flex Benefits (Dental, WFH Equipment, Gym Memberships, etc.)
• Family Care Leaves
• Volunteer Service Leaves
• Wellness & Recreation Activities
• Lifelong Learning Opportunities
• Career Development Opportunities through Internal Job Postings and Transfers

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