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Manager, Corporate Communications and Public Engagement (at the rank of Administrative Assistant II)

The University of Hong Kong

Apply now Ref.: 533320
Work type: Full-time
 Department: Clinical Trials Centre (21180)
Categories: Executive / Technical / Support
Hong Kong

Manager, Corporate Communications and Public Engagement (at the rank of Administrative Assistant II) in the Clinical Trials Centre (Ref.: 533320)

The Clinical Trials Centre (HKU-CTC) is a leading clinical trials management platform established under The University of Hong Kong LKS Faculty of Medicine (HKUMed) and is dedicated to managing and facilitating international-standard clinical trials on new drugs, medical devices and medical technologies.  HKU-CTC offers long-term development opportunities to passionate talents who pursue career advancement and success. 

HKU-CTC’s Corporate Communications and Public Engagement Team is dedicated to fostering communications and engagement with stakeholders in the healthcare community, including volunteers who are interested in supporting clinical research activities.  HKU-CTC is seeking talents who have the passion in promoting healthcare advancement through public engagement and strategic communications.  Comprehensive on-job training will be provided.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement corporate communications and public engagement strategies and publicity plans;
  • Supervise and mentor the communications team;
  • Plan, manage and organize corporate communications activities and events to enhance stakeholder engagement, raise public awareness, and strengthen organizational communications;
  • Develop strategies for maintaining and optimizing websites and social media platforms to maximize engagement and presence;
  • Promote volunteer relations and facilitate public education using multi-dimensional strategies;
  • Plan, design and implement campaigns/schemes for recruiting volunteers and patients for clinical studies;
  • Organize and host visits for VIP guests, media representatives, and external stakeholders;
  • Handle media requests and inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate communication and maintaining positive media relationships; and
  • Handle public inquiries on clinical research activities.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above, preferably in both Biological/Natural Sciences and Communications/Public Relations/Media Studies;
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in corporate communications, event/project management or corporate administration, preferably in the medical and/or research sectors;
  • Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
  • Detail-minded, able to handle multiple concurrent tasks, and self-motivated;
  • Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese (including Putonghua); and
  • Proficiency in multimedia, graphic design and video-editing tools is an added advantage.

The appointment will be made on a two-year fixed-term full-time contract, to commence as soon as possible with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance.  A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, together with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 10% of basic salary.  Other benefits include annual leave and medical benefits.

Application Procedure:

The University only accepts online application for the above post.  Applicants should apply online at the University's careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V.  Review of applications will start from October 16, 2025 and continue until November 2, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

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