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 President’s Office:

Executive Assistant to Vice President (Administration and Corporate Development) (PO) (Ref:24001MY)

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Vice President (Administration and Corporate Development), the appointee will be responsible mainly for the following:

• Providing support to the Vice President (Administration and Corporate Development) in the planning, coordination and implementation of the University’s initiatives particularly in the areas of administration and corporate development;
• Assisting in managing projects, supporting committee work, preparation of papers, minutes and reports; 
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders and coordinating meetings, visits and any other activities;
• Providing secretarial/executive support to the Vice President (Administration and Corporate Development); and
• Performing any other duties as assigned.
  
   

Candidates

Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence:

• A recognized degree with at least 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience;
• Relevant exposure in the sector higher education environment and development an advantage;
• Independent and self-motivated with good communication, interpersonal, organizational and project management skills;
• Ability to deal with people tactfully and in an appropriate manner;
• Good command of written and spoken English & Chinese (including Putonghua); and
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Candidates may be required 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=24001MY

Closing date of application: 15 August 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 is unsuccessful.