Assistant Manager, Faculty Affairs (University) - #1122764

About the Role
A leading university is seeking an analytical and resourceful Assistant Manager to support faculty recruitment planning, HR data analytics, and academic lifecycle administration. This role is ideal for individuals with strong data management and reporting skills who enjoy contributing to process improvement and strategic workforce planning within the education sector.

Key Responsibilities

Faculty Recruitment & Workforce Planning

• Support faculty recruitment planning and forecasting by maintaining and analyzing historical data on hires, vacancies, and turnover trends

• Assist management in identifying workforce needs using data-driven insights and planning tools

• Track ongoing faculty search processes, including candidate pipelines, interviews, and offer approvals

• Analyze applicant pools to assess diversity, qualifications, and competitiveness

• Build and maintain recruitment dashboards and reports using tools such as Power BI or Excel

• Identify gaps and propose process improvements to enhance recruitment effectiveness and equity

Academic Lifecycle & HR Data Analytics

• Analyze faculty data to support strategic planning for recruitment, onboarding, reappointments, tenure, and promotions

• Develop data visualizations and dashboards for management reporting

• Maintain accurate records of faculty appointments, credentials, and professional activities

• Track and report on faculty development programs, research outputs, and awards

• Generate regular and ad hoc faculty data reports on demographics, teaching loads, and diversity metrics

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Data Analytics, or a related field

• Experience in HR operations, academic administration, or data reporting preferred

• Strong analytical and communication skills, with attention to accuracy and detail

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP, charts) and comfortable handling large datasets

• Familiarity with faculty information systems (e.g., Interfolio, Workday) is an advantage

• Experience using business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) for data visualization and reporting

• Understanding of higher education or research environments preferred

Key Attributes

• Data-driven and detail-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement

• Strong stakeholder communication and relationship management skills

• Able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

• Collaborative, proactive, and adaptable to changing needs

What’s Offered

• Competitive remuneration package based on experience

• Opportunity to contribute to faculty planning and HR data analytics in a world-class academic setting

• Exposure to digital transformation projects in academic administration

• Supportive and inclusive work culture that values innovation and excellence
  

Interested Applicants, please send in your resume by applying below.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

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