Job Description

SCHOOL OF CREATIVE ARTS

OFFICE OF THE DEAN OF CREATIVE ARTS

Assistant Officer (26270267)

JCAH is a Hong Kong Jockey Club (“HKJC”) Charities Trust Initiated Project that aims to bring transformative change to secondary school students by enhancing their creativity, communication, collaboration and critical thinking (4Cs) through arts and humanities themed visits, weekend and summer programs (“JCAH”).

JCAH is managed by School of Creative Arts (“SCA”), which is comprised of three well-established academic units: the Academy of Film, the Academy of Music, and the Academy of Visual Arts. Established on July 1, 2022, SCA is dedicated to nurturing future-ready talents for Hong Kong and beyond, while making a significant impact on society through innovative research, transdisciplinary studies and community outreach.

Responsibilities:

• Support JCAH team members in ensuring the successful implementation of project plans and delivery of project outcomes, including the coordination of project timeline and tracking of key milestones;
• Serve as a point of contact for stakeholders on the Project, managing daily communications, scheduling meetings, and ensuring efficient information flow;
• Assist with the logistical planning and execution of events and workshops, as well as prepare project documentation to support project goals; and
• Perform any other duties as assigned in relation to the Project and SCA.

Requirements:

• Post-secondary qualification with some years of relevant experience;
• Knowledge and experience in instrumental music teaching is desirable;
• Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese (both Cantonese and Mandarin);
• Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills;
• Exceptional attention to detail and a high degree of numerical accuracy;
• Demonstrated ability to handle data collection, and work independently with high level of self-motivation and accountability;
• Strong organisational skills with experience in logistical planning for events, workshops, or conferences;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Adobe, and basic digital tools for resource mapping; and
• Experience in project development and management is an added advantage.

The initial appointment will be offered on a fixed-term contract of one year. Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to mutual agreement and availability of funding.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Procedure:

Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System. Those who are not invited for interview 8 weeks after submission of application may consider their applications unsuccessful. Details of the University's Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer.

Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.