Executive Officer
The University of Hong Kong
Apply now Ref.: 530588
Work type: Full-time
Department: School of Public Health (22400)
Categories: Executive / Technical / Support
Hong Kong
Executive Officer in the School of Public Health (Ref no.: 530588), 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 funding availability and satisfactory performance.
The appointee will work in the infectious disease modelling group led by
Professor Joseph Wu. He/She will support team members on a various range of
projects to develop practical analytics and strategies for disease control and
prevention, as well as AI technology and tools for global and personal health
protection.
Responsibilities:
Provide administrative and secretarial support for research grant and
award applications, contract research establishments and multi-
institutional grant applications
Manage human capital, budget exercises, and other financial matters
related to the research team and its projects
Plan and coordinate research and academic related events including
seminars, conferences, forums and short courses, etc.
Supervise junior staff and work closely with research teams and
administrative staff at all working levels
Perform any other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Qualities:
A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
A minimum of 3 years' work experience in human resources, financial
management, office or research administration. Administrative experience
in multiple tertiary institutions and research institutes/centres is
highly desirable
Practical experience in liaising with public and private research funding
organisations, such as government departments and large-scale local and
overseas philanthropic organisations
Excellent communication skills in both written and verbal English and
Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua)
Proficiency with MS Office, database management, and other productivity
software
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, meticulous, organized and
reliable; enthusiastic to take up new projects and improvement works
Ability to work independently, and good coordination, communication and
interpersonal skills
Mature with good interpersonal skills; a good team player; exhibit a
strong sense of responsibility as well as a self-starter with a positive
attitude
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.
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 February 28, 2025 , or
until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
Advertised: Nov 28, 2024 (HK Time)
Applications close: Feb 28, 2025 (HK Time)
Apply now
