Senior Manager (Community Engagement) (at the rank of Administrative Assistant II) in the HKU Techno-Entrepreneurship Core (Ref.: 532102) (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, totalling up to 10% of basic salary, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance)
Applicants should possess:
- A Bachelor’s degree or above, preferably in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) or other related disciplines, with a higher degree a plus;
- At least 8 years of work experience in at least one of these areas: start-up business, technology commercialisation, innovation management and/or start-up incubation programme;
- Proven experience in event management, community building and/or public communications will be an advantage;
- Excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese (including Putonghua), with exceptional interpersonal skills;
- Ability to lead initiatives proactively, exercise sound independent judgement and strategic problem-solving skills;
- A strong interest in the latest scene of entrepreneurship, technology development and markets in Hong Kong and worldwide.
The appointee will primarily work for the HKU Techno-Entrepreneurship Core, the University’s innovation & entrepreneurship resource centre (www.tec.hku.hk), to support its existing entrepreneurship programmes as well as new initiatives. He/She will be responsible for strategic planning, designing, and implementing entrepreneurship initiatives/programmes; establishing and managing connections and partnerships with internal/external stakeholders, faculty members, students, graduates, start-ups, etc.; overseeing event management, public relations, and marketing, with control of resources, logistics arrangements, and deliverables; and performing other duties as assigned.
The appointee may be required to work outside normal office hours and/or travel occasionally. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a written test and an interview.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.
The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until May 30, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
