The appointee will assist the Manager, Alumni Affairs and Development to ensure a smooth operation of Alumni Affairs and Development Team, which include organizing networking activities, talks, volunteering events and fundraising campaigns; in serving the Alumni Council and its committees; preparing promotional copies of website, eNews and publicity materials; providing support in donor management and supervising membership and office administration.

Main Duties: 

• Plan and organize alumni networking projects and volunteer projects;
• Draft the promotional copies for website, enews and publicity materials;
• Provide secretarial and ad administrative support to the Council and its Committee;
• Supervise supporting staff and ensure a smooth and efficient operation of the office;
• Foster the bonding of alumni and the School that advance institutional goals;
• Perform any other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Possess a recognized Bachelor Degree;
• At least 5 years solid fundraising experience, preferably in alumni affairs, marketing and communications;
• Experience in using e-fundraising is an advantage;
• Experience in serving committee, provide secretariat and administrative support is preferred;
• Outgoing, independent, self-motivated, meticulous and committed;
• Possess good understanding of people dynamics with outstanding interpersonal skills;
• Strong in presentation (both written and spoken communication);
• Able to work under pressure and outside office hours

Terms of Appointment: Salary placement will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.  The contract will normally be for 2 years with the possibility of renewal subject to review.  A contract-end gratuity (taxable) will be payable upon satisfactory completion of the contract.  Medical and dental benefits, annual leave and the use of sports and library facilities will be provided where applicable.  The School provides excellent staff development opportunities.

Applications:  Please send your application quoting the reference number to the Human Resources Team, HKU SPACE, 7/F., T. T. Tsui Building, The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam Road, Hong Kong.  You may apply online or download an application form from http://hkuspace.hku.hk or obtain it by fax (852) 2540 3271.

Closing Date for Applications:         27 December 2016

The information provided in an application will only be used for the purpose of consideration for appointment by HKU SPACE.  Applicants not contacted within eight weeks from the closing date may assume that their applications are unsuccessful.  Unsuccessful applications will be kept for a maximum period of 6 months.

HKU SPACE, which is the extension arm of The University of Hong Kong and a leading provider of continuing and professional education, offers both award-bearing programmes and non-award bearing courses.  More information about HKU SPACE is available at http://hkuspace.hku.hk.