Assistant Academic Support Officer (Physiotherapy) (N&HS) at Open University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Attention To Detail, Interpersonal Skills, Organisational Skills, Communication Skills, Design Software, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Administrative Support, Clerical Support, Customer Service, Social Media Management, Data Entry, Filing System Management, Academic Administration

Industry

Higher Education

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. We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the School of Nursing and Health Sciences: Major Duties and Responsibilities The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following: Providing support for the daily operations of the School of Nursing and Health Sciences, including programme operation, student administration and related teaching and learning activities, events and activities organised by the School; Assisting academic staff in managing the academic programmes and students’ academic records; Providing administrative and clerical support to the School, including but not limited to data entry, internal mailing, ordering and maintaining furniture/stationery stock, and ensuring the smooth daily operation of the office; Handling purchase requisitions and orders, updating records, and preparing reports; Managing an effective filing system and School database; Providing secretarial support for committees and meetings; Assisting with the design of seminar/event posters and managing the social media accounts of the Department of Physiotherapy; Providing customer/counter service and handling enquiries; and Performing any other duties as assigned by the Dean of School of Nursing and Health Sciences or his/her nominee. Candidates Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence: At least 5 subjects with Level 2 or above in HKDSE or equivalent, including English & Chinese languages, Mathematics. A recognised degree is preferred; Strong attention to detail; A team player with strong interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills; Good working knowledge of design software such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and/or Photoshop; Preferably two years of relevant administrative experience in tertiary education sector; Good command of English and Chinese (preferably in Putonghua as well); and Good knowledge of computer skills. Applicants should indicate the HKCEE / HKDSE results (or equivalent qualifications) in their applications. Shortlisted candidates may 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. (Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisement posted in October 2025 need not re-apply.) 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 support daily operations of the School of Nursing and Health Sciences, including programme operation and student administration. They will also assist academic staff with managing academic programmes and provide administrative support.