Position  

Applications are invited for the appointment as an Executive Officer / Senior Executive Assistant (at the rank of Clerk I) in the HKU Musketeers Foundation Institute of Data Science (HKU IDS) (Job Ref.: 525940), (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 satisfactory performance).

Qualification  

Applicants should possess a good Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least 3 years’ work experience within the context of tertiary education institutions, preferably in the areas of human resources, finance, and research schemes administration. They should have an excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese (including Putonghua), good communication and problem-solving skills, and an appropriate level of IT literacy. They should be attentive to details, self-motivated with a strong sense of responsibility, capable of working under pressure, as well as a good team player who is willing to take on new challenges. Experience in Taught Postgraduate (TPg) programmes will be an advantage.

The appointee should be strong in accounting and possess relevant experience in human resources. He/she will provide a wide spectrum of administrative support to the Institute, including but not limited to the following:

• managing financial and HR matters of the Institute; 
• assisting in the administration of research and knowledge exchange programmes including but not limited to the execution of research grants and collaboration projects with the Institute’s partners;
• rendering secretarial support and serving in committees and some ad-hoc projects / events and conferences; and
• supervising a small team under Assistant Director (Administration) in supporting financial and general office administration and projects management, and performing any other duties as assigned. 

Candidates with less experience will be considered for the appointment as Executive Officer. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a written test and interview.

 Candidates without a bachelor’s degree yet with solid experiences in tertiary education will be considered for the position of Senior Executive Assistant (at the rank of Clerk I). Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a written test and interview.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.

Application

The University only accepts online application 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 March 31, 2024, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. 

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