PolyU Academy for Interdisciplinary Research
Assistant Officer
(Ref. 240726004-IE)
Duties
The appointee will be required to:
(a) provide administrative support to the daily operation of PolyU Academy for Interdisciplinary Research (PAIR)’s central office;
(b) involve in the office administration, including but not limited to human resources related matters, marketing promotion and office management, etc.;
(c) provide onsite logistics support to scholarly events, activities and visits;
(d) collect data / information as well as compile reports and excel tables;
(e) handle information flow and maintain an effective record and filing system;
(f) provide secretarial support to PAIR’s constituent research units if necessary;
(g) liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders and handle enquiries; and
(h) perform any other duties as assigned by the Director of Unit or his/her delegates.
Qualifications
Applicants should:
(a) have a recognised degree with at least three years of relevant post-qualification work experience;
(b) have good communication and interpersonal skills;
(c) be well-organised and attentive to details;
(d) be able to work independently and handle sensitive matters with alertness and prudence;
(e) have good computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Chinese word processing; and
(f) be able to communicate effectively in both written and spoken English and Chinese, with fluency in Putonghua being an advantage.
Preference will be given to those with solid relevant work experience in tertiary institutions.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to sit for a written test.
Conditions of Service
A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered. Initial appointment will be on a fixed-term gratuity-bearing contract. Re-engagement thereafter is subject to mutual agreement.
Consideration of applications will commence on 9 August 2024 until the position is filled.
Posting date: 26 July 2024