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Temporary Worker / Professional Freelancer Digital Marketing

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Job Description

The School of Continuing and Lifelong Education (SCALE), established in 2016 as the National University of Singapore’s (NUS) hub for lifelong learning, is both an academic school and a university-wide platform. As a school, SCALE specialises in multi-disciplinary education transcending conventional domains — bringing together expertise from across NUS' diverse faculties to create integrated learning experiences. Beyond its academic function, SCALE aggregates lifelong learning opportunities from across NUS onto a single platform for alumni, works with industry and government partners to co-create workforce development and transformation programmes, and provides essential central services to catalyse and support lifelong education across the entire university, including grant management, outreach, application management, and guidance in programme innovation and frameworks.

About the Role

To augment our manpower resources in the School, we are looking for a suitably qualified candidate to join the Outreach – Central Digital to assist with Digital Marketing.

Reporting to Assistant Senior Manager, the incumbent will assist in in enhancing the online visibility of NUS to prospective postgraduate students. The role involves maintaining and updating web page content, assisting with site performance tracking, and collaborating with internal IT teams and external agencies. Working alongside team members, the incumbent will also help produce search-optimised content for designated web pages and articles based on established brand pillars. Leveraging search (SEO/GEO) insights, they will review agency performance reports, verify recommendations against data, and carry out necessary content and on-page updates across the website.

This role is offered on a 12-month fixed-term contract basis.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Website Management
    • Update web pages primarily on Salesforce Experience Cloud and Sitefinity CMS, including on-page HTML elements and meta tags (title tags, meta descriptions, header tags) to keep content optimised and properly structured.
    • Assist with inserting basic tracking tags/pixels via Google Tag Manager (GTM), referring complex technical setup to NUS IT.
    • Liaise with NUS IT colleagues on technical requests or updates related to Salesforce Experience Cloud.
  • Content Strategy & Creation
    • Write and update search-friendly web copy and landing page content for assigned articles and pages, adhering to NUS Postgraduate messaging pillars and search best practices alongside team members.
  • Agency Liaison & Search Monitoring
    • Assess proposals and campaign reports across paid, organic, and AI search.
    • Assist in monitoring website traffic, search rankings and basic metrics using Ahrefs, GA4, and Google Search Console to to track page performance against agency targets.
  • Reporting
    • Collate site performance data and agency campaign metrics into clear, straightforward summary reports and slides for management review.

Requirements:

Academic & Professional Certification

  • At least a Polytechnic Diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Strong English language proficiency is essential
  • IT savvy and proficient in MS Office applications
  • Basic proficiency in HTML/CSS for front-end web formatting and content layouts.
  • Working knowledge of design software such as Canva, Adobe Illustrator, or Photoshop would be advantageous.
  • An understanding of the higher education landscape is highly advantageous.

Experience & Attributes

  • Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in digital marketing, website management, content development, and working exposure to SEO/GEO.
  • Experience liaising with external creative, digital, or SEO agencies to ensure performance and on schedule execution.
  • Proficient in using Ahrefs, GA4, and Google Search Console to monitor keyword rankings, identify content gaps, and inform web copy refinements for assigned pages.
  • Hands-on experience building and maintaining pages in Sitefinity or a comparable CMS is required.
  • Ability to grasp technical platform concepts quickly and communicate effectively with IT/technical teams; prior exposure to Salesforce Experience Cloud or similar enterprise platforms is advantageous. Working knowledge of GTM for installing and verifying tracking tags/pixels (e.g. GA4, conversion tracking).
  • Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills, with the confidence to communicate search insights, site performance metrics, and content updates clearly to internal stakeholders and management.
  • Strong eye for detail, meticulous editorial standards, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Resourceful team player with strong problem-solving skills, comfortable working collaboratively across teams in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.

A copy of academic certificates and transcripts from GCE O-level onwards should be uploaded via the online application portal.

Req ID: 34377

Job details

Title
Temporary Worker / Professional Freelancer Digital Marketing
Employer
National University of Singapore
Location
Kent Ridge Campus
Published
Sep 17, 2026
Closes:
Nov 16, 2026
Job type
Contractor, Staff / Administration
Field
Communications, Marketing, and Public Affairs

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications and experience do I need for this NUS digital marketing role?

You should have at least a Polytechnic Diploma or equivalent and at least 3 years of relevant experience in digital marketing, website management, content development, and SEO/GEO. Strong English proficiency, MS Office skills, and basic HTML/CSS are essential. Experience with Ahrefs, GA4, Google Search Console, and Sitefinity CMS (or comparable platforms) is required. Knowledge of the higher education landscape and design tools like Canva/Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop is advantageous. For broader context on marketing roles in academia, see marketing jobs in higher education.

📍Is this digital marketing position based on campus or remote?

This Temporary Worker / Professional Freelancer Digital Marketing role is based at National University of Singapore, Kent Ridge Campus. It is a 12-month fixed-term contract within SCALE (School of Continuing and Lifelong Education), so you will likely need to work on-site or in a hybrid arrangement as directed by the Outreach – Central Digital team. Explore similar administration jobs in higher education to compare workplace expectations.

🛠️Which digital marketing tools will I use in this NUS role?

You will work hands-on with Salesforce Experience Cloud and Sitefinity CMS for web page updates, including title tags, meta descriptions, and header tags. You will also use Google Tag Manager (GTM) to insert tracking tags/pixels, and monitor performance via Ahrefs, GA4, and Google Search Console. Basic HTML/CSS and familiarity with Canva or Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop are useful. For more on digital marketing careers in higher education, check marketing team leader roles.

📝What does the application process involve for this temporary marketing position?

Applications are submitted through the NUS online application portal. You must upload academic certificates and transcripts from GCE O-level onwards. The role has Req ID: 34377 and the application deadline is 16 November 2026. Before applying, make sure your CV highlights SEO/GEO, CMS experience, and agency liaison skills. You can use this free resume template to structure your application.

⏳What is the contract type and career level for this NUS digital marketing job?

This is a temporary worker / professional freelancer position offered on a 12-month fixed-term contract under NUS SCALE. It sits within Staff / Administration under Communications, Marketing, and Public Affairs, and reports to the Assistant Senior Manager. It is ideal for mid-level digital marketing professionals looking for experience in the higher education sector. For context on temporary academic and professional roles, see temporary staff trends in higher education.

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