Job Description
ABOUT VINUNIVERSITY
VinUniversity (VinUni: https://vinuni.edu.vn/) is the first private, not-for-profit Vietnamese university established based on international standards. The university integrates the models of excellent international universities with the unique cultural and economic characteristics of Vietnam, to make a breakthrough in Vietnamese higher education and to become a world-class university.
VinUni has strategic collaborations with the world’s leading universities, including Cornell University and the University of Pennsylvania. These universities have become close advisors and crucial enablers in establishing the three colleges at VinUni: College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business and Management, College of Engineering and Computer Science, and College of Health Sciences. Every aspect of the University: its curricula, research, faculty, student body, facilities, and campus life, is being developed to meet the highest standards set by the world’s leading accrediting and ranking organizations, such as ABET, AACSB, Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) and Times Higher Education (THE).
VinUni’s founding benefactor Vingroup is one of the biggest private conglomerates in Asia with the largest market capitalization value in Vietnam. As a multisector corporation, Vingroup focuses on three main areas: Technology; Industrials; and Property Services. VinUni is proud to be a part of the Vingroup ecosystem, giving its students opportunities to connect with several high-quality research institutes (such as VinAI, VinBrain, and VinBigData), pioneering industrial enterprises (such as VinFast), and leading Vietnamese companies (such as Vinpearl, Vinmec, and Vinhomes).
In September 2024, VinUni has become the youngest and fastest university in the world to achieve QS 5 stars, earning 5 stars in 9 categories: global engagement, good governance, program strength, academic development, teaching, employability, facilities, arts, and social impact. In October 2024, VinUniversity was appointed by UNESCO as the first and only UNESCO University Chair, focusing on Environmental Leadership, Cultural Heritage, and Biodiversity. In March 2025, VinUniversity became the fastest university in Vietnam to achieve FIBAA accreditation.
JOB PURPOSE
The Data and Engagement Specialist will be responsible for supporting employer reputation strategy and execution for VinUniversity, with the goal of enhancing the University’s employer reputation, students and alumni’s employment outcomes and impacts. This incumbent will focus on showcasing the University’s strengths and uniqueness, and ensuring alignment with VinUniversity’s mission of becoming a world-class institution by Vision 2030.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Industry Contact Database Management:
- Maintain and update the University’s database of industry and organization contacts.
- Regularly communicate with internal and external key contacts to keep them informed of industry engagement activities, VinUni successes and achievements.
- Build and strengthen relationships with these contacts to support the University’s employer reputation.
Employer reputation development:
- Assist in developing and executing an employer reputation strategy to amplify VinUniversity as university of choice for employers locally and internationally.
- Communicate the University’s employability framework, industry engagements activities, students, alumni achievements to external stakeholders.
Employer reputation management:
- Enhance VinUniversity’s reputation through strategic communication and content development, focusing on milestones, impacts, and key collaborations.
- Monitor employer reputation efforts and adjust strategies as necessary to improve visibility and reputation.
Promotion of VinUni work to enhance students’ employability and employment outcomes:
- Collaborate with Marketing, Colleges and faculty to highlight students and alumni achievements, impacts and contributions on local, regional, and global platforms.
- Identify key senior industry leaders and advocates for endorsing VinUni in marketing and communication campaigns.
Collaboration with Internal & External Stakeholders:
- Work closely with leadership, faculty and marketing team to ensure employer reputation aligns with the University’s strategic goals.
- Engage with industry organizations partners and alumni to promote VinUniversity’s employer reputation both locally and globally.
Events & Conferences:
- Assist in organizing industry events, seminars, webinars, and conferences to showcase VinUniversity.
- Research and recommend relevant international conferences and events that support the University’s employer reputation goals.
- Support leaders and representatives in participating in prestigious international events to increase visibility.
Internal Communications:
- Ensure effective communication across Colleges and Departments, keeping internal stakeholders aligned with the University’s vision and strategic initiatives.
- Other relevant tasks and projects assigned by supervisors.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Data Management, Data Analytics, Communications or a related field.
- Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in data management, data analytics within higher education or a related field.
- Proven track record in promoting large-scale initiatives and organization reputation.
- Skills & Competencies:
- Experience with handling a large amount of dataset, working with Excel and data management system and working with multiple teams
- Strong skills in data management and analysis, Microsoft Office and AI tools; excellent written and verbal communication; detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
- Personal Attributes:
- Passionate about higher education and contributing to international excellence.
- Creative, strategic thinker with an eye for detail.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively and influence stakeholders.
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Respect and appreciation for the core values of VinUni: EXCEL (E: Empathy, X: Exceptional Capability, C: Creativity, E: Entrepreneurial Spirit, L: Leadership Mindset).
COMPENSATION
The salary benefits are internationally competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.