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 works closely with other relevant offices in the engagement of internal and external stakeholders, managing events and marketing initiatives, and handling mainland affairs.

UEO is now inviting applications for the following position:

Assistant Manager, University Engagement Office (24250224)

Responsibilities:

Explore, develop and facilitate academic exchanges and collaborations with counterparts in mainland China, including government departments, universities and industries, via networks and university alliances;
Assist in coordinating and executing the University’s 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;
Receive delegations from the Greater China Region and organise visits of the University’s delegations to mainland China;
Support the preparation and negotiation 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 5 years of relevant work experience in mainland affairs, university administrative work, public relations and/or other relevant areas;
Have a good understanding of mainland China context and culture as well as 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. Reappointment 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 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.

Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.