Senior Manager, Development Partner, SMU-X

Singapore Management University

Singapore, Singapore
Not specified; not specified; competitive compensa...
Not specified (likely hybrid based on university context and need for on-site partnership engagement).
5 years professional experience in partnerships
Develop business development strategies
Manage legal agreements with sponsors
The Singapore Management University is seeking a Senior Manager for Development Partner, SMU-X, to lead the expansion and enhancement of postgraduate and undergraduate SMU-X courses. The role involves cultivating partnerships with organizations, managing project alignment, and overseeing the SMU-X Makerspace, requiring strong project management and relationship-building skills

Job Summary

  • The role involves planning and driving the expansion of Postgraduate SMU-X courses while supporting undergraduate growth.
  • Candidates will identify, cultivate, and manage relationships with partner organizations across private, public, and people sectors.
  • SMU offers attractive benefits, competitive compensation packages, and generous professional development opportunities to meet work-life needs.

Matching Summary

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The Singapore Management University is seeking a Senior Manager for Development Partner, SMU-X, to lead the expansion and enhancement of postgraduate and undergraduate SMU-X courses. The role involves cultivating partnerships with organizations, managing project alignment, and overseeing the SMU-X Makerspace, requiring strong project management and relationship-building skills.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Competitive compensation packages mentioned

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5 years professional experience in partnerships
  • Develop business development strategies
  • Manage legal agreements with sponsors
  • Coordinate cross-functional workflows
  • Oversee makerspace operations and safety

Nice-to-have

  • Experience working in higher education
  • Background in innovation ecosystems
  • Proven ability to influence without authority
  • Agile navigation of ambiguity
  • Experience managing a makerspace

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline
  • At least 5 years of relevant professional experience
  • Master's degree preferred
  • Experience in industry collaboration or applied learning

Work Rights

Not specified

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