Programme and Strategic Communications Manager

Job Description

At NUS, we believe that health and wellbeing are key to helping our people thrive and contribute meaningfully to the community.

The Health & Wellbeing (HWB) Programmes team drives initiatives that support the wellbeing of staff and students. We work closely with partners across the university to create a supportive, inclusive and sustainable environment.

We are looking for a Programme & Strategic Communications Manager to support and shape our engagement efforts, from campaigns and events to new, scalable ways of reaching the NUS community.

As the Programme & Strategic Communications Manager, you are expected to:

Campaigns & Communications

• Lead the strategic design/refresh of key wellbeing campaigns and outreach efforts, leveraging insights from multiple data sources (from pre-post campaign surveys, annual staff wellbeing survey etc) to shape clear objectives, target priority segments, and refine key messages.

• Translate insights into clear, engaging communications across different channels.

• Optimise and develop new communications platforms, e.g. email, internal platforms such as staff/student portals, HWB website, webinars, and other digital resources) to improve accessibility and reach.

Programmes & Events

• Plan, coordinate and execute a range outreach initiatives (e.g. talks, workshops and flagship events (physical and virtual)).

• Scale reach and impact through development of accessible and integrated formats (e.g. cross-department programmes, shared platforms, and wider resource sharing)

• Digital Innovation & Process Improvements.

• Explore innovative ways to use digital tools or technology to improve engagement, streamline processes, and extend reach.

• Monitor participation and feedback and translate insights into practical actionable improvements to strengthen future campaigns, programmes, and outreach efforts.

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

• Drive collaborations with internal partners (e.g. OSA, UHC, OHR, faculties) to co-create and implement integrated wellbeing initiatives, leveraging collective expertise, networks, and touchpoints.

• Manage external vendors (e.g. creative agencies, event organisers) to co-deliver initiatives and ensure smooth execution.

Qualifications

• Background in programme management, events, public health, communications or related areas with about 5 years of relevant experience

• Interest in health and wellbeing

• Ability to work independently and get up to speed quickly

• Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills

• Clear communication and a hands-on, practical approach with the ability to follow through and getting things done