Manager (School of S&T) (S&T) (Ref: 240027M) | 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. Being the first University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Hong Kong, we pledge to play a pioneering role in enhancing recognition of vocational and professional education and training, and nurturing talents with both applied skills and knowledge.

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, personalised care, 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 Science and Technology:

Manager (School of S&T) (S&T)

Major Duties and Responsibilities

The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following:

• Providing administrative support in the planning, promotion, coordination and monitoring of the programmes and courses offered by the School;
• Liaising with staff of the University and external parties to ensure that the programmes and courses are planned, developed and presented smoothly;
• Handling administrative duties involved in learning and teaching activities, and student related matters;
• Planning, coordinating and managing for new initiatives in the development of the School, its Departments and programmes;
• Providing secretarial support to committees;
• Providing administrative support to the daily operation of the general office;
• Supervising supporting staff; and
• Performing any other duties as assigned.

Candidates

Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence:

• A recognized degree, preferably a higher degree, with at least 6 years of relevant post-qualification experience;
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and adaptable to respond proactively to rapidly changing needs;
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational and analytical skills;
• An excellent command of both written and spoken English and Chinese, preferably including Putonghua; and
• Good computer skills.

Terms and Conditions for Appointment

An attractive remuneration package, including basic salary and an end-of-contract gratuity 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=240027M

Closing date of application: 21 October 2024

The personal data collected will be used for the purpose of considering your application for employment. For details, please refer to the “Personal Data (Privacy) Notice for Job Applicant” on the University’s website. If you are not contacted by the University within eight weeks from the closing date of application, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.