Executive Officer | HK Talent Engage

Job description

RESEARCH OFFICE

Executive Officer (23240551)

The Research Office (RO) is looking for a meticulous team player with hands-on experience in event management and different marketing initiatives. The successful candidate will join the RO and perform the following duties:

Responsibilities:

• Support the University's research initiatives, cultivate research culture, and foster collaborations;
• Plan, coordinate, and execute different scales of research-related events, such as networking events, seminars, exhibitions, symposiums, luncheons, etc.;
• Assist in different marketing initiatives including but not limited to, the operation of social media channels and websites, and the production of marketing collaterals such as e-newsletters, videos, souvenirs, etc.;
• Support committee work and administrative work within the team; and
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• A recognised degree in Marketing, Public Relations & Communications, or related disciplines;
• At least four years of experience in event and marketing; familiarity with the higher education sector is an advantage;
• High proficiency in design software such as Canva/ Adobe Illustrator/ Photoshop is preferred;
• Meticulousness, good communication and problem-solving skills, and a strong sense of responsibility;
• Self-motivated and able to work independently and as part of a team;
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese (including Putonghua); and
• Ability to work in multitasking and under tight timelines.

The initial appointment will be offered on a fixed-term contract of two years. Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to mutual agreement.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Procedure:

Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System. Those who are not invited for interview 8 weeks after submission of application may consider their applications unsuccessful. Details of the University’s Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer.

Closing date: 8 May 2024