Project Assistant II (carrying the job title of 'Assistant Advancement Offi at The Chinese University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fundraising, Marketing, Communications, Event Support, Content Creation, Database Management, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Attention to Detail, Team Spirit, Cross-Cultural Sensitivity, Independent Work, IT Proficiency, Writing Skills, Editing Skills, Chinese Typing

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Morningside College Project Assistant II (carrying the job title of ‘Assistant Advancement Officer’) Morningside College is an international college at The Chinese University of Hong Kong. Its students and alumni came from over 40 countries and territories. The College is distinguished by its commitment to service and intellectual inquiry, distinctly international character, and highly participatory nature. More information about the College is available at https://www.morningside.cuhk.edu.hk/. The College was founded in 2006 with a generous donation from the Morningside Foundation. Many of the programs, resources, and facilities that define the Morningside experience have been made possible in part by the generosity of our donors. The Advancement Team works closely with our community to ensure the continued success of our College. The Advancement Team is looking for a Project Assistant to support the development, fundraising, marketing, communications and operations of advancement activities in respect of donor relations and alumni affairs, as well as the promotion of the College’s mission and vision. The appointee will collaborate closely with other teams of the College’s administration. Reporting to the Advancement Manager and working closely with the Advancement Officer, the appointee will be responsible for (a) assisting in fundraising initiatives and supporting online and offline fundraising campaigns; (b) creating and adapting content for digital and social media platforms, and publications; (c) liaising with printer and ensuring timely distribution of publications; (d) managing the daily operations of advancement activities, including event support, updating alumni and donor database, and communicating with stakeholders; (e) attending events to capture photo and video content for promotional use; and (f) co-ordinating with internal and external partners to ensure alignment and delivery across advancement efforts. Working outside normal office hours, including evenings and weekends, depending on event schedules and campaign timelines, may be required. Applicants should have (i) completed secondary education; (ii) Grade E/Level 2 or above in at least 5 subjects in HKCEE, including Chinese and English (Syllabus B); OR any combination of results in at least 5 HKDSE subjects (including Level 2 or above in Chinese and English): Level 2 or above in NSS subjects, “Attained” or above in ApL subjects (subject to a maximum of 2 subjects), and Grade E or above in Other Language subjects; (iii) fast and accurate Chinese and English typing skill; (iv) at least 1 year’s relevant work experience in advancement, development, or marketing; (v) strong writing and editing skills in both English and Chinese, with the ability to create engaging and audience-relevant content; (vi) strong interpersonal, communication and organisational skills; (vii) a strong sense of responsibility and attentiveness to details; (viii) strong team spirit and cross-cultural sensitivity; (ix) the ability to work independently and as part of a team; and (x) good IT proficiency (e.g. MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Familiarity with AI tools for content development is an advantage. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to sit for a written test. Applicants must submit (1) a letter of interest; (2) an up-to-date curriculum vitae with copies of academic transcripts; and (3) copies of HKCEE/HKDSE certificates showing that they have fulfilled the language requirements and academic qualifications stated above, otherwise their applications will NOT be considered. Appointment will initially be made on a 2-year contract with contract-end gratuity commencing as soon as possible, renewable subject to good performance and mutual agreement. [Those who have responded to the previous advertisement for the same post (Ref. 250001FR) and (Ref. 250001M0) need not re-apply.] The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit http://career.cuhk.edu.hk.

Responsibilities

The appointee will assist in fundraising initiatives and support various advancement activities, including managing donor relations and alumni affairs. They will collaborate with other teams and ensure effective communication and operations within the Advancement Team.