Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology
Executive Officer
(Ref. 260601017-IE)
Duties
The appointee will be required to:
(a) lead the teaching team to provide comprehensive administrative support for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including student admissions, subject registration, class timetabling, examination arrangements, student liaison, etc.;
(b) assist in professional accreditation exercises and ensure the compliance with the University’s academic regulations;
(c) support the administration of Work-Integrated Education and student internship activities, by coordinating internship opportunities, assisting with visa applications, maintaining student databases and handling enquiries;
(d) coordinate the promotion and marketing activities for programmes;
(e) coordinate and organise student study tours;
(f) provide logistics and secretarial support for departmental committees and meetings;
(g) liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders; and
(h) perform any other duties as assigned by the Head of Unit or his delegates.
Qualifications
Applicants should:
(a) possess a recognised degree with at least five years’ solid post-qualification administrative work experience at supervisory level, preferably in teaching administration in a tertiary institution;
(b) have a good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese, including Putonghua;
(c) be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and other common office productivity tools;
(d) have good communication, interpersonal, organisational and analytical skills; and
(e) be proactive, able to work independently and multitask.
Applicants with less experience may be considered for appointment at a lower rank.
Shortlisted candidates may 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 8 June 2026 until the position is filled.
Posting date: 1 June 2026