Assistant Manager (School of A&SS) (A&SS) (Ref: 24000QG) | HK Talent Engage

Job description

Founded in 1989, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We tailor our professional programmes to adapt to market trends and meet industry needs, thus providing our students with quality professional education and clear career paths. As a faculty-driven, student-centred university in support of innovative teaching and learning, strategic research, and stakeholder outreach to provide maximum benefit to our communities, we conduct research that advances knowledge and enhances teaching, focusing on strategic areas, including digital humanities and literature, international business, gerontechnology, smart city, open and innovative education, and bilingual learning and teaching. HKMU is becoming an ever more vital link in addressing and helping Hong Kong to solve many difficult challenges – as part of our involvement in, and commitment to, the ‘metropolis’ of Hong Kong. Our plans to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will also cultivate talent to serve Hong Kong and the wider metropolitan GBA.

For more information about the University, please visit .https://www.hkmu.edu.hk

We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the School of Arts and Social Sciences:

Assistant Manager (School of A&SS) (A&SS) (Ref: 24000QG)

Major Duties and Responsibilities

The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following:

• Providing administrative support in the delivery of academic programmes, including but not limited to programme promotion, class scheduling, quality assurance of programmes and courses;
• Coordinating student enrichment programmes such as internships, scholarships and experiential learning projects;
• Planning, coordinating and managing School events and scholarly activities, such as Congregation ceremony, research seminars and programme promotional activities, etc.;
• Formulating policy papers, proposals and reports pertaining to the operation of the School and its departments/programmes;
• Administering research projects, including coordination of grant proposal submission, progress and budget monitoring, etc.;
• Providing secretarial support to committees;
• Supervising the junior staff; and
• Performing any other duties as assigned.

Candidates

Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence:

• A recognized degree with at least 5 years of relevant post-qualification experience;
• Substantial administrative experience in tertiary education sector will be an advantage;
• An excellent command of both written and spoken English and Chinese, with experience in professional writing in an academic setting;
• Ability to work independently in a multi-tasked environment with initiative;
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills;
• An analytical mindset and good problem-solving skills;
• Ability to work under pressure and within tight timelines; and
• Strong computer literacy and numeracy skills.

Candidates may be invited to attend a written test.

Terms and Conditions for Appointment

An attractive remuneration package, including basic salary, an end-of-contract gratuity, and a discretionary incentive payment, where applicable, will be offered to the right candidates. Generous annual leave, staff-development sponsorships, medical and dental benefits, and life insurance coverage will also be provided.

To Apply

Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System.

https://hkmu.taleo.net/careersection/ex_full_time/jobapply.ftl?lang=en&job=24000QG

Closing date of application: 7 May 2024