Job description for Internship Program Mananger at Tech JDI
About JDI (Jumpstart Disruptive Innovations)
JDI is a Venture Catalyst driving forward the future of innovation. We provide venture support services to jumpstart the exponential growth of innovative companies, and empower them with strategic knowledge and resources to build and scale their disruptive innovations from Asia to the world. From forming the best tech teams and facilitating market expansion in Vietnam, to capital advisory with our network of investors – JDI catalyses growth of innovative companies every step of the way.
Our clients range from fast-scaling start-ups to MNCS as well as Unicorns from industries such as e-commerce, cybersecurity, Fintech, F&B, Edtech, etc.
Why join us?
● Our vision is to support the growth of disruptive innovation for a better tomorrow.
● We take the lead and show the way forward in our mission to scale innovation across Asia.
We are looking for team-players who are servant leaders, ready to make a difference.
● We operate in a high trust environment, be it between departments or with clients.
● We are action-oriented. We encourage and empower our people to take initiative and keep moving forward.
● We are a fast-growing company with presence in Singapore, Australia, Vietnam
● We believe in life-long learning and professional development.
Role & Responsibilities
● Manage and have oversight of all in-country programme development and be accountable for Key Performance Indicators set by JDI.
● Conduct in-country business development activities to secure and increase the number of
hosted internship opportunities in the assigned industries.
● Responsible for all in-country administrative and operational aspects of developed and
in-gestation programmes. These include close coordination with client universities, partners
and vendors assigned or arranged by JDI, as well as the close coordination with participating students and their employers in Vietnam.
● Assist in the administrative requirements from universities in Singapore when local events
are organised. These include
● Interact with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth operation of the initiatives started either locally or from Singapore.
● Respond to local host employers’ enquiries and address concerns related to the universities’ funded (and all other related) programmes.
● Coordinate with universities concerning student accommodation and student VISA
application for students travelling to the assigned country for Internship.
● Remain the Point of contact and escalation channel in-country for all client universities’
related matters.
● Monitor and evaluate current local administrative processes, and make recommendations
regarding the development and implementation of new and revised processes to support
continuous improvement and the use of best practices for all local programmes.
● Keep abreast of local labour or employment laws, travel visa and other local government
requirements that affect or may affect in-country programmes.
● Maintain granular programme statistics and indicators for the funded programme in the
country assigned.
● Prepare reports and presentations for senior management and funding agencies.
● Maintain a programme calendar and coordinate logistical support for university-related
activities.
● Plan, coordinate and execute the tracer survey of graduates who participate in the funded
programme.
● Conduct employer evaluation visits during the student’s internship period.
● Travel to Singapore, when required by client universities for related programme briefings,
consultations, evaluations, as well as to receive training.
● Any other ad hoc duties as assigned by the reporting officer at client universities
Are you the right fit?
● Degree with 5 years of relevant work experience in customer facing roles within an education
industry or public service administration setting.
● Service-oriented with demonstrated experience in application of customer service strategies on the ground and commitment to service excellence.
● Strong network in various industries and corporate partnership experience will be
advantageous.
● Resilient and effective in time management to be effective in case management.
● Passionate to work with students and knowledgeable of trends in student affairs in a higher education framework with ability to navigate the complexity of higher education.
● Strong interpersonal skills, negotiation skills and strength in stakeholder-management to
establish and maintain effective working relationships.
● Fast learner and an agent of change who is highly motivated, focused and results-oriented.
● Ability to use judgment, discretion, and decision-making skills in dealing with confidential
and sensitive issues.
● Self-starter with the ability to work on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
● Good problem-solving skills and able to work independently through a questioning,
organizing, researching, analyzing mindset to process and interpret information.
● Detail-oriented with strong project management, good administration and organizational
skills.
● Proven team player with strong verbal and written communication skills.
● Strong cultural quotient and its sensitivity to cultural diversity with ability to communicate
and interact effectively with people of diverse backgrounds.
● Adept in the use of technology with a high level of proficiency in applications like Microsoft
Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel & Access).
● The ability to speak and read English is a must.
What are the benefits we offer?
● Working hours: from 8.30 am – 5.30 pm, Monday – Friday
● Insurance according to labor code and private insurance
● 13th-month salary
● 14 days annual leave, 04 days medical leave & 01 birthday leave
● Annual health check
● Professional, young, and dynamic in English speaking environment
● Working devices provided● Teambuilding trip and working on-site opportunity
● Company training to improve technical, English skill
