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21 May 2019

Internship Programme – Institute of Policy Studies (IPS)

Appointment: Research

Organisation: Institute of Policy Studies

Job Summary:

IPS offers paid internships in its different research clusters. Interns will need to assist IPS researchers with data collection, note-taking and administrative tasks. They can expect to gain a deeper understanding of the issues that impact policymaking and benefit from activities that can help to build their knowledge and skill sets.

NOTICE: Applications for our Summer Internship (May - August) are now closed. Applications for our End-of-Year (September-January) Internship will be open in June 2019.

06 May 2019

Temporary Management Assistant Officer (3 months’ contract) - Institute of Policy Studies (IPS)

Appointment: Administrative

Organisation: Institute of Policy Studies

Job Summary:

The Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) is a research centre on Singapore public policy, at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore.

This individual will provide support for Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) Corporate Associates Team with administrative matters. 


24 April 2019

Management Assistant Officer (Administration)

Appointment: Administrative

Organisation: Institute of Policy Studies

Job Summary:

The Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) is a policy research think-tank in the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore. Its centre for social indicators research, the IPS Social Lab, is seeking to hire a Management Assistant Officer (Administration) who will provide day-to-day operational support. This individual will report to the Head of the IPS Social Lab and Deputy Director (Administration) to achieve the Social Lab’s mission and objectives.

24 April 2019

Assistant Manager / Manager (Strategic Planning and communications)

Appointment: Administrative

Organisation: Institute of Policy Studies

Job Summary:

The IPS Social Lab is seeking to hire an Assistant Manager / Manager (Strategic Planning and communications), to provide strategic direction in organisational planning, stakeholder engagement, and communications. The job includes preparing research budget, negotiating and drafting research project contracts, and developing survey panel engagement strategies. Research findings will be packaged for public consumption through corporate and media channels, and social media. This job will suit public officers or communications professionals with a keen interest in policy issues.

24 April 2019

Executive (Finance) (Two-Year Contract) – Institute of Policy Studies (IPS)

Appointment: Administrative

Organisation: Institute of Policy Studies

Job Summary:

IPS is looking to appoint an Executive (Finance) on a two-year contract basis. The role will be responsible for providing support in finance and budget-related matters and general administrative support. This includes managing research budgets and financial accounts-related matters; processing expenses, travel claims and suppliers’ invoices; handling procurement processes; and providing support in project audit certifications. 
This job will require experience in tracking expenses and preparing financial reports. Knowledge of NUS Sesami and/or SAP systems will be an advantage.

24 April 2019

Executive (Donor Relations and Events Management) (Two-Year Contract)

Appointment: Administrative

Organisation: Institute of Policy Studies

Job Summary:

IPS is looking to hire an Executive on a two-year contract for its Donor Relations team. The main responsibilities of the Executive are to assist the Manager and Associate Director with donor acquisitions; gift processing and renewals; event management and coordination; IPS Corporate Associates Programme facilitator liaison; and the stewardship of donors.

The candidate should have at least a Bachelor’s degree, with strong command of written and spoken English, be methodical, organised and a good team player. Fresh graduates with a keen interest in fundraising and events management may also apply.

10 December 2018

Face-to-Face Interviewer (Part-Time) – Institute of Policy Studies (IPS)

Appointment: Administrative

Organisation: Institute of Policy Studies

Job Summary:

IPS is seeking to hire an Interviewer on a part-time or full-time basis. The Interviewer will be responsible for conducting face-to-face interviews and surveys in a door-to-door setting, for fieldwork projects by IPS. The candidate should be tactful and able to exercise good judgement in engaging potential interviewees, as well as open to learning and using new technology. Training will be provided. This position is available for both full-time and part-time employment.

10 December 2018

Project Associate, Field Operations – Institute of Policy Studies (IPS)

Appointment: Administrative

Organisation: Institute of Policy Studies

Job Summary:

IPS would like to appoint a Project Associate for Field Operations at its Social Lab. This new role will take charge of projects assigned, and be responsible for both the fieldwork and data management of the project. The role will be responsible for assisting the Project Manager in executing fieldwork duties for research projects. The selected candidate will manage a team of interviewers, ensuring high quality and timely data collection. The candidate must be skilled in team motivation and leadership, have the ability to cope with pressure and tight timelines, and be competent in English and one or more of the following languages – Chinese, Malay or Tamil.