UNIVERSITY ENGAGEMENT OFFICE

The University Engagement Office (UEO) is established with the primary objective of enhancing the University’s engagement with stakeholders of the community and strengthening its brand. The Office takes charge of engaging both internal and external stakeholders, managing university-wide events and marketing initiatives, and handling mainland affairs.

UEO is now inviting applications for the following position:

Manager (24250163)

Responsibilities:

• Explore and foster academic exchanges and collaborations with counterparts in mainland China, including government departments, universities and industries, through networks and university alliances;
• Collaborate with Faculties/Schools/Departments to coordinate and implement engagement initiatives and mainland visitor programmes;
• Develop and organise the University’s branding and marketing campaigns in mainland China via social media and other promotional channels to enhance its national engagement and visibility;
• Support the supervision of HKBU’s branch offices in mainland China to ensure effective operation, regulatory compliance and alignment with strategic goals;
• Assist in the preparation, negotiation and review of agreements between the University and its partner institutions;
• Perform any other tasks as assigned; and
• Occasional travel to mainland China may be required.

Requirements:

• A recognised degree in Communications, Business Administration or a related discipline;
• At least 7 years of relevant work experience in mainland affairs, university administrative work, public relations and/or other relevant areas;
• Have a profound understanding of mainland China context and culture as well as rich networks and connections with mainland governments, universities, media and industries;
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese, and proficiency in Putonghua is mandatory;
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organisational and writing skills;
• Self-motivated, and able to work independently and as a team;
• Able to manage time and work under tight schedule; and
• Good computer skills.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to sit a written test and an interview. 

The initial appointment will be offered on a fixed-term contract of two years. Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to performance review and 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 the submission of applications may consider their applications unsuccessful. Details of the University’s Personal Information Collection Statement can be found athttps://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.

Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.