Assistant Officer (Mainland and International Affairs) at Hong Kong Metropolitan University

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Partnership Development, International Student Recruitment, Organizational Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Negotiation Skills, Research Skills, Administrative Support, Logistical Support, Multicultural Understanding, Attention to Detail, Proactive Attitude, Flexibility, Bilingual Communication, Training Delivery

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. We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the Mainland and International Affairs Office. The Assistant Officer will support management of the Mainland and International Affairs Office (MIAO) by assisting in the implementation of partnership strategies, managing international student recruitment efforts, and facilitating external engagements. This role is essential in ensuring the smooth operation of the office and contributing to the overall success of HKMU's international initiatives. Major Duties and Responsibilities The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following: Supporting Partnership Strategies: Assist in the development and execution of action plans to establish and maintain partnerships with universities. Conduct research and analysis of potential partner universities and markets, and monitor trends in international higher education. Help identify opportunities for collaboration that align with HKMU's strategic objectives. Assisting in International Student Recruitment: Support the sourcing and evaluation of potential student recruitment partners and assist in managing partner networks. Help deliver training and resources to recruitment partners to ensure compliance with HKMU's policies and procedures. Assist in executing the international student recruitment plan for prioritized regions, including tracking and reporting on recruitment activities. Facilitating External Engagements: Provide logistical and administrative support for incoming visits from partners and higher education institutions. Assist in organizing student mobility missions and other external engagement activities. Maintain communication with partners and stakeholders to ensure effective collaboration. Providing Administrative Support: Maintain accurate records and databases related to partnerships and recruitment activities. Prepare reports and presentations as needed to support management of the MIAO. Assist with general office administration tasks to ensure the efficient operation of the MIAO. Performing any other duties as assigned by the Director of Mainland and International Affairs Office or his/her nominee. Candidates Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence: A bachelor’s degree and at least 1-2 years of experience in partnership development, or international student recruitment, preferably within higher education; Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines; Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills in business-level English and Chinese (including Mandarin), both written and spoken. Proficiency in an additional Southeast Asian or Central Asian language (such as Thai, Bahasa, Uzbek, or Kazakh) is a plus; A basic understanding of the international education industry and an interest in multicultural settings; and A proactive and flexible attitude toward work, with a willingness to work outside regular hours as needed to support recruitment activities. 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 17 September 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 Assistant Officer will support the management of the Mainland and International Affairs Office by assisting in partnership strategies, managing international student recruitment efforts, and facilitating external engagements. This role is essential for the smooth operation of the office and contributes to HKMU's international initiatives.