Part-time Project Assistant (Project code: Q1153) (A&SS) at Open University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project management, Event organization, Social media management, Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Database management, Communication, Time management, Independent work, Language studies, Computer science

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 School of Arts and Social Sciences: Major Duties and Responsibilities The appointee will assist the Principal Investigator in the HKMU QEM project “Digital Humanities for Enhancing Teaching and Learning” (Project code: Q1153). The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following: Organizing seminars, workshops, and learning activities; Creating and managing a social media platform; Assisting the project application; and Performing other tasks related to the project. Candidates Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence: A good recognized degree or above, preferably in the field of language studies, computer sciences or a related discipline; Competent at computer skills and software (e.g. MS Office using Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Databases); Self-motivated and meticulous, and be able to meet deadlines and work independently; An excellent command of English and Chinese. Terms and Conditions for Appointment Successful candidate will be appointed on a temporary part-time contract and work not more than 16.5 hours per week for the period between May 2026 and August 2026. Payment will be made on hourly basis. Benefits will be provided in accordance with the statutory provisions. 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 assist the Principal Investigator in organizing seminars, workshops, and learning activities for the QEM project. Additionally, they will be responsible for creating and managing a social media platform and assisting with project applications.