Program Manager (Safety & Environmental Management and/or Life Sciences)

Programme Manager (Safety & Environmental Management and/or Life Sciences)

• Provide academic leadership and oversight for programmes in Safety & Environmental Management and/or Life Sciences and related disciplines.
• Develop, review and maintain programme policies, procedures, curriculum and academic standards in alignment with institutional objectives and industry requirements.
• Ensure programme compliance with accreditation requirements, regulatory frameworks and quality assurance standards.
• Manage the academic and administrative operations of the programmes, including faculty, resources and facilities.
• Liaise with university partners and overseas campuses on academic matters, programme development and student-related issues.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with partner universities, industry associations, professional bodies and industry partners.
• Lead curriculum review initiatives to ensure programme relevance and continuous improvement, incorporating emerging industry trends, technologies and innovative teaching methodologies.
• Provide academic guidance and support to students and faculty to achieve excellence in teaching, learning, assessment, industry engagement and student outcomes.
• Serve as the key contact point for students, faculty members and external stakeholders relating to the programmes.
• Support programme growth through collaboration with Sales & Marketing and Student Admissions teams on promotional activities, recruitment initiatives and outreach events.
• Manage programme budgets and resources effectively to achieve operational and strategic objectives.
• Teach within the programmes for up to 50% of monthly working hours while supporting programme management responsibilities.
• Foster strong working relationships across departments to ensure effective problem-solving and service delivery.
• Ensure all academic and student-related matters comply with prevailing regulatory requirements and organisational policies.
• Support the Faculty Head in programme planning, delivery and successful commencement of academic intakes.
• Perform any other duties assigned by Management.

• Master's Degree or higher in Safety & Environmental Management, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Microbiology, Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology, or a related discipline.
• Proven academic teaching and lecturing experience at a recognised university or higher education institution is mandatory.
• Minimum 5 to 7 years of relevant academic, industry and/or programme management experience.
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in Safety & Environmental Management and/or Life Sciences.
• Experience in curriculum development, programme management, academic quality assurance and student development.
• Preferably 7 or more years of leadership, academic management or industry experience with a credible portfolio.
• Good working knowledge of prevailing regulatory requirements for Private Education Institutions (PEIs), including familiarity with CPE and EduTrust requirements.
• Demonstrated success in programme development, strategic planning and budget management.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate faculty and staff.
• Excellent communication, collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
• Self-driven, proactive and hands-on, with strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Only candidates with proven university-level teaching and lecturing experience will be considered.