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 Communications and Public Affairs Officer

Office of Communications and Public Affairs

(Post Ref.: 26/166)

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and editorial support for office publications, including the Annual Report and Lingnan Touch
• Handle email enquiries from both internal and external stakeholders
• Manage editorial calendars, assist with email marketing (eDM) campaigns, and maintain promotional and mailing databases
• Source and explore new souvenir items for the office; maintain purchase records, conduct stock-taking, and coordinate reproduction of souvenirs
• Maintain proper document filing systems and ensure office databases are accurate and up to date
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the effective operation of the University’s marketing and communications functions

Requirements

• A recognised degree or an equivalent qualification with at least 3 years of solid experience in corporate communications, public affairs, marketing, and event management
• High level of proficiency in MS Office applications, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and working knowledge of Adobe Dreamweaver
• Hands-on experience in preparing, scheduling, and publishing content across various social media platforms
• An excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese, and proficiency in Putonghua
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organizational, problem-solving and with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently

Salary and Fringe Benefits

The rank and commencing salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits, where applicable, include annual leave, medical and dental benefits and mandatory provident fund, and gratuity.

Application Procedure

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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.