Programme Coordinator (Full-time: 3 days office + 2 days remote) - JOB REF#3051
British Council (Singapore)
Date Listed: 15 Aug 2026About the Employer: We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. We uniquely combine the UK’s deep expertise in arts and culture, education and the English language, our global presence and relationships in over 100 countries, our unparalleled access to young people and influencers and our creative sparkle. We work directly with individuals to help them gain the skills, confidence and connections to transform their lives and shape a better world in partnership with the UK. We support them to build networks and explore creative ideas, to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications. For more information, please visit: http://www.britishcouncil.org
Website: http://www.britishcouncil.org
RESPONSIBILITIES
Job ID: 49886As a valued employee of the British Council, you already help us deliver our mission to support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For over 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity.
You are part of our organisation in over 200 countries and territories and where we are on the ground in more than 100 countries.
We connect. We inspire.
Role Purpose
Join our Education team in Singapore and play a key role in delivering impactful education programmes that strengthen UK–Singapore partnerships. You will provide operational, financial and administrative support across a diverse portfolio of global and client-funded programmes, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, compliantly and with measurable impact.
Role Accountabilities
Programme Delivery
• Coordinate the delivery of education projects, events, workshops and training programmes.
• Manage programme administration, procurement, grants processes and documentation.
• Support monitoring, reporting, data collection and quality assurance activities.
• Ensure compliance with British Council policies, governance and audit requirements.
Financial & Operational Support
• Monitor project budgets, forecasts and expenditure.
• Process purchase orders, invoices and vendor payments in line with financial procedures.
• Maintain accurate financial and programme records.
Stakeholder Management
• Build effective relationships with partners, vendors and stakeholders.
• Coordinate suppliers and ensure timely delivery of contracted services.
• Support collaboration across internal teams and external delivery partners.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
• Champion inclusive practices across all programmes.
• Contribute to creating an equitable, diverse and anti-racist working environment.
• Embed EDI principles into programme planning and delivery.
REQUIREMENTS
ExperienceEssential
• Strong administrative and financial coordination skills.
• Experience supporting programme or project delivery
• Experience managing procurement, vendor payments and financial records.
• Good understanding of monitoring, evaluation and project reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
• Experience using procurement or finance systems such as SAP.
• Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills.
Desirable
• Experience managing social media content.
• Knowledge of the higher education sector in Singapore and/or the UK.
Education
• Degree or Diploma (or equivalent professional experience).
Language
• Excellent written and spoken English.
Work Mode- Hybrid, 3 days work from office
Background Checks- Employment with the British Council is subject to satisfactory background checks, both before appointment and periodically during employment, as required. The nature and level of checks will depend on the role and applicable local laws.
Proof of Identity & Right to Work- Applicants must have the legal right to work in the country where the role is based at the time of application and for the duration of employment. Visa sponsorship, immigration support and relocation assistance are not provided for this role. Applications are welcome from candidates currently based in the recruiting country and other British Council country offices, provided they meet the right-to-work requirement.
A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world.
Working Hours
Full-Time (HYBRID) 3 days in office, 2 day remoteTO APPLY, CANDIDATES NEED TO SUBMIT:
your application via our official job portalTO SUBMIT TO:
https://careers.britishcouncil.org/careers/job/563705892577724Please take note:
- Quote 'Mums@Work' in your application
- State Job title in subject header
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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