Interdisciplinary Collaborative Core (ICC) Specialists in Career & Entrepreneurial Development [...]

Interdisciplinary Collaborative Core (ICC) Specialists in Career & Entrepreneurial Development for the Future World

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Young and research intensive, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) is ranked among the world's top universities.

The Interdisciplinary Collaborative Core (ICC) Office at NTU Singapore oversees new curricula focusing on key transferable skills and global challenges using interdisciplinary approaches to learning. The rapidly changing nature of work necessitates that our graduates constantly acquire new knowledge and competencies, and adapt to several career changes over their lifetimes. As forward-looking educators, we are in continual pursuit of providing a holistic education grounded in future-ready skills which will prepare our graduates for lifelong learning and global citizenship.

The Interdisciplinary Collaborative Core (ICC) Office invites applications for a Specialist/ Senior Specialist position for a course titled 'Career & Innovative Enterprise for the Future World' at Nanyang Technological University. This course aims to provide multi-disciplinary competence in a cross-disciplinary, collaborative learning environment, with student interaction and collaboration across schools as a key learning foundation. The main objective of this compulsory undergraduate course is to develop NTU students' essential career and enterprising skills in preparation for their compulsory internship and equipping them with future-ready career and employability skills for a Volatile, Uncertain, Complex and Ambiguous (VUCA) workplace.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates and conducts all teaching assignments, both face-to-face and virtual delivery.
• Supports the course lead coordinator(s) in overseeing and completing core course administrative tasks such as course evaluation, online course materials, attendance records, and academic counselling on student progress.
• Conducts assessments, marking and grade entries, provides student feedback, student consultations, and engages in other department activities (e.g., invigilation, Open House support).
• Updates course materials and learning resources for course delivery and supports students' learning.
• Provides regular course and student progress statistics for reporting and improvement of students' learning.
• Takes on the role of course lead coordinator when necessary.
• Demonstrates values and principles of professional conduct in all endeavours.
• Any other assigned duties.

Personal Attributes

• Student Focus: Demonstrates empathy with students, understands their needs, and is an active listener.
• Motivated and enthused to maximise individual student potential.
• Proactive with the ability to react positively to unexpected circumstances.
• Passionate in coaching and mentoring students to guide them in their career preparation and development.
• Connects corporate partners with NTU to provide beneficial collaborative learning and development opportunities for students.
• Teamwork: Maintains confidence and respect of colleagues, understands and works towards team objectives.
• Shares useful ideas and practices to improve team morale and performance.
• Credibility and Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and persuasively with stakeholders.
• Displays excellent listening and questioning skills.
• Organisation: Able to plan workload but remain flexible.
• Meets deadlines and displays strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Facilitation and Curriculum Development: Effectively uses teaching materials to create a dynamic learning environment.
• Collaborates in course development, optimizing learning design capabilities.
• Creates content for e-learning and blended learning solutions, including activities, simulations, and scenarios.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution; a master's degree is a bonus.
• At least five years of experience in the training industry or education sector, preferably with young adult learners.
• Accreditation in WSQ ACTA/ACLP is strongly preferred.
• Track record with training and facilitating large classes of up to 50 participants per class.
• Knowledgeable in learning strategies, pedagogies, and ed-tech tools/platforms.
• A positive demeanor and work attitude.
• Prior work experience in start-up organisations or running a business is an advantage.

Emoluments

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package.

Application Procedure

The closing date for applications is 30 November 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Applicants are invited to submit their applications (cover letter, CV, research and teaching statements, and Google Scholar citation report if available) through the NTU career portal by clicking Apply.

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Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Human Resources Services