Job Title:         Assistant Manager  
Department: School of Business and Management (MBA Programs)
Job ID:             5511

Job Posting Details

The HKUST MBA Program Office is searching for a capable and self-motivated individual to fill the roles of Assistant Manager. Serving under the MBA Program Office, the appointee will focus on the following key areas: 

• Student Communication and Activities: Handle enquiries and daily communication regarding MBA students from different program modes; build relationships with students professionally to reinforce academic integrity, positive learning attitudes and contributions among MBA community. Provide academic advice and coordinate support in a wide range of students’ activities.
• Administrative and Staffing Support: Oversee daily administrative work; coordinate HR, staff development and staffing matters; handle contracts for MBA faculty; serve as secretary in assigned committees or meetings when necessary, and provide ad-hoc support as requested.

• Online Learning Development and Projects Planning: Liaise and coordinate the development of new initiatives related to online learning for the MBA programs, and cross-team system integration or process alignment to enhance operational efficiency. Plan and coordinate cross-team projects such as MBA e-newsletter, activities and trainings in MBA office, prepare reports as per University’s requirement, participate in projects related to the MBA Program rankings.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in business, PR & communication, information system, project management or a related discipline with at least 3 years of work experience. Prior experience in higher education programs, corporate communication and online learning will be an advantage. The ideal candidate should be a self-motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills and a good sense of responsibility. He/She should be capable of project planning and multi-tasking, able to work under pressure and tight timeline with minimal supervision. A good command of written and spoken English and Chinese is required. Working outside office hours and on occasional weekends will be required. (Duration: 2 years, renewable)

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits including annual leave, medical and dental benefits will be provided. A gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of contract.

Application Procedure
In support of a green work environment, we accept applications submitted online only. To apply, please complete an online application form through the HKUST Careers website (https://hkustcareers.ust.hk) and return it online to the Human Resources Office on or before Friday, 25 September 2020. Applicants will receive an acknowledgement by email upon successful submission. We thank applicants for their interest, but advise that only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the result of the application.