Job Description

SCHOOL OF CREATIVE ARTS

ACADEMY OF FILM

Executive Officer (25260379)

The School of Creative Arts (SCA) is comprised of three well-established academic units, namely the Academy of Film, Academy of Music, and Academy of Visual Arts. Our distinguished faculty includes experts from different arts disciplines who are dedicated to high-quality teaching, high-impact research and creative work, and pioneering professional development.

The Academy of Film (http://af.hkbu.edu.hk) is dedicated to providing cinematic arts and creative media education to cultivate talented professionals capable of contributing to Hong Kong's arts and cultural industries. The Academy of Film includes the following areas: film and media studies, film and television production, script writing, post-production, and acting for global screen.

We are seeking highly motivated and experienced individuals for the position of Executive Officer. As a valued member of our administrative team, the appointee will contribute to the seamless functioning of the Academy of Film.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the full spectrum of functions in a Postgraduate programme in the Academy, including administration of academic programmes, admission, academic advising, reports compilation, quality assurance, student scholarship / award and student affairs;
• Oversee the daily operation of the programmes;
• Plan and support student recruitment, admission, marketing and promotion;
• Plan and organise student events and co-curricular activities;
• Provide committee services;
• Financial Management: Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting; and
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• A recognised relevant bachelor’s degree or above with 2 years of administrative experience, preferably in a higher education setting;
• Excellent command of English, Chinese and Putonghua and proficient in MS Office and English word processing;
• Ability to develop creative solutions to challenges and a willingness to accept challenges and adapt to changing circumstances;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work under tight schedule and pressure;
• A good team player with the ability to multi-task and be attentive to details; and
• Social media and design experience is a plus.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a written test.

The initial appointment will be offered on a fixed-term contract of two years commencing as soon as possible. Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to performance review, 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 the submission of application may consider their application 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.