Programme Coordinator

As 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.

Experience

Essential 

• 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.

Important Information

Location- Singapore

Contract Type- IDC

Pay Band- 4

Work Mode- Hybrid, 3 days work from office

Closing Date: 27th August 23.59 IST

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.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.

Safeguarding Statement

The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children.

If you experience any difficulties with submitting your application, please email askhr@britishcouncil.org