Higher Technical Specialist (IT) [NIE]

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Media/Advertising/Publishing | Production Technical Services | Technical Support Operator* (Video Tape and / or Video Technical Operations, Camera Control Unit Operations, Studio Graphics Operations)
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Job Description
ABOUT THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION (NIE)
The National Institute of Education (NIE), Singapore, is Singapore’s national teacher education institute and we are proud to be an integral part of the nation’s education service. We play a key role in the preparation of teachers and in the provision of teacher professional and school leadership development programmes. We are committed to our vision of being An Institute of Distinction: Leading the Future of Educationand our mission to Inspire Learning, Transform Teaching and Advance Research.

NIE invites suitable applications for the position of Higher Technical Specialist (IT) in the Physical Education & Sports Science Academic Group (PESS AG). This is a 2-year contract post.

Responsibilities
IT Specialist
- Support the Academic Group (AG) in all Information Communication Technology (ICT) needs, e.g., propose new equipment and technologies to support teaching and learning, operations of ICT equipment at all our facilities, assist faculty members in the video recording of lessons both in campus and other venues such as in schools, assist faculty members with their online lessons via Zoom or MS Teams, etc.
- Operations of the integrated multi-camera video streaming and acquisition system in the multi-purpose hall, e.g., assist with the operations of the system, suggest innovative methods of recording and storage of video footages, assist with developing video footages for structured teaching and learning resource, regular maintenance, and upgrade of system.
- Provide training to faculty members on the usage of ICT hardware and software, e.g., conduct workshops on latest ICT equipment and technologies, coordinate sharing sessions with other NIE IT departments, provide training to new staff on usage of ICT equipment and technologies.
- Assist in the planning, development, and review of the annual operating budget and strategic resources to meet rapidly changing ICT needs.
- Assist in the procurement of ICT equipment and technologies that have been budgeted.
Developing publicity materials, e.g., photography and videography for AG events, production of videos and other publicity materials highlighting PESS’ strengths, etc.
- Assist in ICT support for AG events, e.g., assist with conduct of hybrid symposia and conferences via live streaming on Facebook, Zoom, Teams, etc.
- Assist in day-to-day operations and fixing minor technical glitches in the audio-visual (AV) systems at our facilities.
Maintenance and upkeep of ICT equipment and maintain inventory of equipment that are on loan.
- Assist with software installation and updates in staff notebooks for various PE and sports-specific teaching related Audio-Visual items (hardware and software) procured by the Academic Group (e.g., smartscreens, lab equipment).
Willing to attend ICT workshops and courses for developing technical knowledge and skills.

Requirements
- A Polytechnic Diploma in IT/multimedia or other relevant qualifications.
- Relevant ICT experience (e.g., operation and maintenance of ICT equipment, photography, video recording, video editing and post-production, familiarity with Zoom and MS Teams, etc.).
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office programmes.
- Able to work both independently and as a team member.

Application
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Other information
NIE Staff can take chartered buses at their own expenses from or near their homes to the NIE campus. This is subject to availability of seats.
Job Criteria/Requirements
Qualifications:

Diploma

Must-have skills:

Microsoft Office, operation and maintenance of ICT equipment, photography, video recording, video editing and post-production

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National Institute of Education

The National Institute of Education (NIE), Singapore, is Singapore’s national teacher education institute and we are proud to be an integral part of the nation’s education service. We play a key role in the preparation of teachers and in the provision of teacher professional and school leadership development programmes. We are committed to our vision of being An Institute of Distinction: Leading the Future of Education and our mission to Inspire Learning, Transform Teaching and Advance Research. Read more about NIE here: https://www.ntu.edu.sg/nie/about-us.