Senior Lecturer / Lecturer (Digital Business) (LiPACE) at Open University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Teaching, Programme Planning, Course Development, Course Management, Delivery, Classroom Teaching, Work-integrated Learning, Experiential Learning, Academic Quality Assurance, Leadership, Administration, Professional Activities, Scholarly Activities, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, English Proficiency

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. Li Ka Shing School of Professional & Continuing Education (LiPACE) The Li Ka Shing School of Professional and Continuing Education (LiPACE) is one of the seven constituent schools of Hong Kong Metropolitan University. Originally established in 1992 as the Centre for Continuing and Community Education (CCCE) and renamed as LiPACE in 2000, it has carried out its original mission of serving the broadest range of learners in HK. LiPACE is now an established Vocational Professional Education and Training (VPET) provider of full-time post-secondary education and part-time professional and continuing education as well as corporate training. At the same time, it advances non-formal learning through its two flagship programmes for women and senior learners, the Capacity Building Mileage Programme (CBMP) and Elderly Academy at Hong Kong Metropolitan University (EAMU). Over the years, LiPACE has developed into an established and mature post-secondary, continuing and professional education provider which makes an important contribution to the University. It performs complementary but vital roles in fulfilling the University's founding mission of providing education for all, as evidenced by the extensive range of disciplines covered and study levels of its programmes, as well as the diversity in age, nationality and occupation of its learners. We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the LiPACE: Major Duties and Responsibilities The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following: Teaching digital business -related courses at Higher Diploma level; Leading and contributing to programme and course planning, development, management and delivery, including classroom teaching and work-integrated learning/experiential learning), and academic quality assurance functions; Providing leadership, valuable input, and effective support for the continuous development and administration of relevant teams and/or units; Actively engaging in professional and scholarly activities to enhance academic and professional growth; Participating in School and University activities, as well as contributing to administrative responsibilities; and Performing any other duties as assigned by the Dean (LiPACE) or his/her nominee. Candidates Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence: A higher degree and/or relevant professional qualifications; Relevant teaching, administration, or professional experience, including programme development, course administration, and quality assurance in tertiary or continuing education; Preferably having experience in programme accreditation; Strong interpersonal and communication skills; Active involvement and participation in professional and community activities; and Proficiency in English and Chinese languages, including Putonghua. The level of appointment will be determined based on the candidate's academic qualifications, professional experience, and demonstrated expertise. 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 be responsible for teaching digital business-related courses at the Higher Diploma level and leading the planning, development, management, and delivery of programs, including quality assurance functions. Additionally, the role involves providing leadership and support for team development and actively engaging in professional and scholarly activities.