Academic Service Officer (REG) at Open University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Organizational Skills, Problem-Solving Skills, Analytical Skills, Computer Skills, MS Office, Excel, Chinese Word Processing, Multitasking, Attention to Detail, Team Player, Sense of Responsibility, Motivation

Industry

Description

Founded in 1989, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We tailor our professional programmes to adapt to market trends and meet industry needs, thus providing our students with quality professional education and clear career paths. Being the first University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Hong Kong, we pledge to play a pioneering role in enhancing recognition of vocational and professional education and training, and nurturing talents with both applied skills and knowledge. As a faculty-driven, student-centred university in support of innovative teaching and learning, strategic research, and stakeholder outreach to provide maximum benefit to our communities, we conduct research that advances knowledge and enhances teaching, focusing on strategic areas, including digital humanities and literature, international business, gerontechnology, personalised care, smart city, open and innovative education, and bilingual learning and teaching. HKMU is becoming an ever more vital link in addressing and helping Hong Kong to solve many difficult challenges – as part of our involvement in, and commitment to, the ‘metropolis’ of Hong Kong. Our plans to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will also cultivate talent to serve Hong Kong and the wider metropolitan GBA. For more information about the University, please visit https://www.hkmu.edu.hk. The Registry is a key central administrative unit of the University supporting it in providing quality higher education. We administer and deliver a broad range of student and academic services, such as admissions, registration, quality assurance, class scheduling, examinations, and graduation. The Registry is also responsible for maintaining student records and providing secretarial support to Senate and its committees, and are integral in the governing of academic regulations of the University. We provide aspiring candidates with ample staff development opportunities and a promising career in higher education. We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the Registry: Major Duties and Responsibilities The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following: Providing administrative support to the day-to-day operation of the Registry, including class scheduling and tutors matters; Performing efficient administrative duties, such as preparing class scheduling data, scheduling for programmes/courses, venue booking and liaison with internal departments; Providing effective student services including handling enquiries and processing applications; Assisting supervisor(s) in system enhancement and streamlining of operation; Assisting supervisor(s) in preparation of statistical reports, webpage maintenance and student system maintenance; Providing efficient clerical support, including but not limited to administrative tasks such as data entry, records handling, and operational logistics support; Performing any other duties as assigned by supervisors. Candidates Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence: A recognized degree with at least 1 year’s relevant post-qualification administrative experience; Strong organizational, problem-solving and analytical skills; Proficient computer skills including MS Office with a preference for strong Excel abilities, and Chinese word processing; Good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese (preferably including Putonghua); Capable of multitasking, attentive to detail, and able to work under pressure; A good team player with a strong sense of responsibility and motivation; and Work outside office hours may be required. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a written test. Terms and Conditions for Appointment An attractive remuneration package, including basic salary, an end-of-contract gratuity, and a discretionary incentive payment, where applicable, will be offered to the right candidates. Generous annual leave, staff-development sponsorships, medical and dental benefits, and life insurance coverage will also be provided. To Apply Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System. The personal data collected will be used for the purpose of considering your application for employment. For details, please refer to the “Personal Data (Privacy) Notice for Job Applicant” on the University’s website. If you are not contacted by the University within eight weeks from the closing date of application, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

Responsibilities

The appointee will provide administrative support to the Registry's daily operations, including class scheduling and student services. Additional duties include assisting in system enhancements, preparing reports, and performing clerical tasks.