Assistant Administrative Manager I, Office of the Faculty of Business
Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and has the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. It is widely recognised for providing quality education with a focus on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University is well positioned to take lead as a comprehensive university in arts and sciences in the digital era, with impactful research and innovations.
Lingnan University offers undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes in the Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, and the Schools of Data Science, Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies. To foster interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific progress, Lingnan University established the Lingnan University Institute for Advanced Study (LUIAS), attracting distinguished scholars from around the world to collaborate with its faculty and students. With traditional strengths in arts, business, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, the University aims to equip students with practical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in the future. Subsequent to the establishment of the School of Data Science and LUIAS, Lingnan University is transforming into a hub for global leaders to develop and promote human-centric technology and social policies. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/.
Applications are now invited for the following post:
Assistant Administrative Manager I
Office of the Faculty of Business
(Post Ref.: 26/127)
The Faculty of Business is an AACSB-accredited one aiming at continuous improvements of our academic level and education service in the liberal arts setting. The Faculty plays an important role in educating students about cutting-edge, practical knowledge and skills, improving students' academic and professional capabilities, as well as enhancing students' awareness on social responsibilities. Furthermore, we have been devoting every effort to the sustainable development of Lingnan University in the academic community and the substantive realization of our values and mission in the Hong Kong society and the world.
The appointee is expected to take up a wide range of administrative duties to the Faculty of Business. Major duties include but not limited to:
Responsibilities
- Assist the Dean of the Faculty in planning and administering various faculty collaborations as well as managing daily operation of the Dean’s Office
- Supervise and provide administrative support in a wide range of duties pertaining to the development of the faculty
- Provide support to matters pertaining to research postgraduate programme and postdoctoral training at the faculty level
- Liaise with internal and external parties, including but not limited to universities and industry partners from Hong Kong, mainland China and aboard
- Provide administrative support for faculty level research centres
- Supervise junior staff in the Dean’s Office and faculty level research centres
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree or above, with at least 5 years of relevant administrative experience in tertiary education
- Substantial administration experience in providing administrative support to Dean’s Office and faculty level research centres, especially on the implementation of policies related to the faculty development, branding, promotion and strategic management
- An excellent command of written and verbal English and Chinese (including Putonghua), especially with a high level of English proficiency in writing reports, proposals and minutes
- The ability to take the initiative and to carry out duties independently and under tight schedules
- Good supervisory skills, with the ability to motivate junior staff to achieve common goals of the faculty
- Proficiency in IT and computer applications (e.g., such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Acrobat, webpage content management, etc.) will be an advantage
Applicants should provide a CV and information about their work experience and academic qualifications.
Appointment
The rank and commencing salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits, where applicable, include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund, and gratuity.
Application Procedure (online application only)
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We are an equal opportunities employer. Review of applications will continue until the post is filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, or to fill the post by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
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