Assistant Student Affairs Officer (Sports and Physical Education) (SAO) at Open University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Administrative Support, Frontline Services, Enquiry Handling, Programme Coordination, Competition Assistance, Activity Coordination, Facility Booking, Facility Management, Liaison, Computer Literacy, Organizational Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Self-Motivation, Problem Solving, Student Engagement

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 Student Affairs Office: Major Duties and Responsibilities The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following: Providing general administrative support to the daily work, routine operation of different projects and activities at Sports and Physical Education and SAO level; Providing frontline services and handling students’ and external parties’ enquiries; Providing assistance in the co-ordination of sports programme, competitions, activities and events; Providing assistance in sports facilities booking and management; Coordinating and liaising with internal and external parties at various levels; and Performing any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Student Affairs or his/her delegate(s). The appointee may be required to work outside normal office hours. Candidates Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence: At least 5 subjects with Level 2 in HKDSE or equivalent, including English & Chinese languages and Mathematics, preferably with a recognized degree; A genuine interest in working with and for students; High computer-literacy, excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills in English and Cantonese (including Putonghua); Relevant work experiences in tertiary education sector is preferred; A high sense of self-motivation and ownership, fast learning, be a problem solver who is capable of working independently and collaboratively; and Strong passion for working with and helping students to enhance student engagement. 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. 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 primarily provide general administrative support for daily operations, routine projects, and activities within Sports and Physical Education at the Student Affairs Office level. This includes offering frontline services, handling inquiries, and assisting in the coordination of sports programs, competitions, and facility management.