Manager (Strategic Initiatives) (OSI)

Job title: Manager (Strategic Initiatives) (OSI)

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 Office of Strategic Initiatives:Manager (Strategic Initiatives) – (Ref.: 24001ZG)Major Duties and ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Director of Office of Strategic Initiatives, the appointee will be part of a team supporting strategic initiatives of the University, including its development as a University of Applied Sciences (UAS) as well as the setup and operation of the Secretariat of the Steering Committee on the Hong Kong Alliance of UASs (“the Alliance”). The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following:

• Coordinating and supporting the University’s efforts in its promotion and branding as a UAS;
• Monitoring the work and progress of the PR consultant for the Alliance on key deliverables as well as the effectiveness of PR strategies and initiatives;
• Managing the communication between the Alliance and the PR consultant on expectations and requirements;
• Coordinating and providing logistic support for events and activities of the Office and/or the Alliance, such as conferences, visits and exhibitions;
• Supervising and coaching junior staff; and
• Performing other duties as assigned.

CandidatesCandidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence:

• A recognized degree with at least 6 years of relevant post-qualification experience, prior experience in tertiary education institutions and/or PR and events management would be an advantage;
• 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.

Candidates may be invited to attend a written test.Terms and Conditions for AppointmentAn attractive remuneration package, including basic salary, a composite cash/housing allowance, an end-of-contract gratuity, and a discretionary incentive payment, where applicable, will be offered to the right candidate. 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=24001ZGClosing date of application: 29 October 2024The 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: Ho Man Tin, Hong Kong

Job date: Thu, 17 Oct 2024 07:34:40 GMT

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