Development and Alumni Affairs Officer (DAAO)

Job title: Development and Alumni Affairs Officer (DAAO)

Company: Hong Kong Metropolitan University


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 Development and Alumni Affairs Office:Development and Alumni Affairs Officer (DAAO) (Ref: 2500158)Major Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe appointee will be responsible mainly for the following:

• Assisting the team in prospecting and preparing donation proposals, reports, and communication materials;
• Organising fundraising, cultivation, and stewardship activities and projects;
• Conducting research and analysis related to fundraising efforts;
• Assisting the Development and Alumni Affairs Office in providing administrative and secretarial support to the Hong Kong Metropolitan University Foundation;
• Performing general administrative duties of the Development and Alumni Affairs Office;
• Managing both internal and external communication and liaisons; and
• Performing any other duties as assigned by the Director of Development and Alumni Affairs or his/her nominee.

Irregular working hours and occasional travels outside Hong Kong on a need basis are required.CandidatesCandidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence:

• A recognised degree with at least 2 years of post-qualification experience;
• Proficiency in written and spoken English and Chinese, including Putonghua;
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills;
• Proficient in IT skills, with a solid understanding of digital marketing tools and database management preferred;
• Ability to work independently with great attention to detail is required;
• Self-motivated, customer-oriented, results-driven, and an effective team player; and
• Experience in fundraising, public relations, and marketing would be an advantage.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a written test.Terms and Conditions for AppointmentAn 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 ApplyCandidates 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=2500158Closing date of application: 16 June 2025The 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.

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Location: Ngau Tau Kok, Hong Kong

Job date: Thu, 05 Jun 2025 07:25:35 GMT

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