Term Officer

Term Officer Hong Kong Design Institute Department / Section : Design Foundation Studies Unit Ref. no : O/DI-DFSU/Term_OFF/10/26 Major Duties: (a) To perform administrative duties in respect of one or more of the following areas: (i) Human resources management; (ii) Student and course related administration; (iii) Administrative academic support (e.g. student admissions, student services, student records activities and matters relating to programme planning and operation); (iv) Financial and supplies matters; and (v) General administration and facilities management; (b) To supervise and coordinate the work of clerical and supporting staff to ensure effective operation and management of the operational unit; (c) To undertake committee work in various committees, boards and meetings; (d) To assist in coordinating projects and events, and the publicity matters of the operational unit; and (e) To help implement the quality policy of the operational unit. Requirements: (a) A recognised degree or equivalent; (b) At least 2 years’ relevant work experience at the executive level, preferably in educational institutions or public sector; (c) Self-initiative, willingness to meet challenges and ability to work independently; (d) Good communication, interpersonal, organisation and administrative skills; (e) Good analytical skills, problem-solving skills, time management and team building skills; and (f) Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese. Proficiency in Putonghua will be an advantage. Notes: (1) Applicants with substantial experience and achievements in the relevant field but without the required academic / professional qualifications OR those with exceptional academic / professional qualifications but with less experience may also apply. (2) Shortlisted candidate will be required to take a written assessment. (3) The appointee may be required to work irregular hours or outside normal office hours.