Senior Manager, Research Communications and Support (at the rank of Administrative Assistant II)

Senior Manager (at the rank of Administrative Assistant II), HKU Jockey Club Enterprise Sustainability Global Research Institute in the Faculty of Business and Economics (Ref.: 532386) (to commence as soon as possible, on a two-year fixed-term basis, with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totaling up to 10% of basic salary, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance)

The HKU Jockey Club Enterprise Sustainability Global Research Institute is a strategic collaboration between The University of Hong Kong (HKU) and The Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC). Its goal is to create a world-class hub and network of distinguished scholars in Governance and Sustainability worldwide. To achieve this, the Institute offers various forms of support, including grants and publicity, to its affiliated scholars.

Applicants should possess a bachelor’s degree or above in business-related disciplines with a minimum of 6 years' relevant administrative, project management, and/or communications experience, including at least 3 years’ work experience at supervisory role. Experience working in international environment and/or interacting with academic researchers are highly advantageous.

They should have demonstrated success in orchestrating communications and efforts towards an organization’s strategic goals, managing projects in compliance with guidelines and processes of public organisations, managing stakeholders from various teams and departments. They should also have excellent verbal and written communication skills, in both Chinese and English. They should show proven ability to communicate confidently with staff at all levels and establish networks within the HKU Business School overseas and in China.

The appointee will have the primary job responsibilities include, but not limited to, the following:

• Curate and maintain a strong network of HKU and global scholars affiliated with the Institute, with communications/publicity, events, and resource support listed below

• Coordinate communications effort in various digital channels (social media, eDM) to promote the Institute and the Faculty internationally, including but not limited to research spotlight and event recap

• Manage and organize the Institute’s research events

• Manage the Institute’s research budget, including the operation and management of any relevant grant, prize and sponsorship schemes, in compliance with relevant guidelines from the Faculty

• Manage and organize the Institute’s research support initiatives, including but not limited to a potential data platform and data acquisitions, and publications to promote research work by the Institute’s affiliates

• Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisors

• Work outside normal office hours may be required.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.  The appointment will come with a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary.