Officer (Administration)

Job Posting Details

The Center for Language Education (CLE) is committed to becoming an international leader in language education through innovative program design, application of technology, and scholarship of teaching and learning. We teach required courses in English and Chinese to over 6,000 UG and PG students each semester, as well as elective courses.

The Center is looking for an experienced individual to fill the position of Officer (Administration). Reporting to the Center Manager, the appointee will ensure an efficient administration of the Center including program and course management.

Major duties of the appointee include :

• Coordinate language activities of the Center through efficient and effective course and event management;
• Provides support to program and course and language testing service for undergraduate and postgraduate students;
• Supports external-facing communication, including newsletter, website, and posters;
• Provides administrative services to relevant committees and the Center;
• Organizes Center-wide academic / professional projects, events, and activities;
• Supervises student helpers and interns to provide assistance during the running of activities.

Applicants should possess a bachelor’s degree or above with at least 2-3 years of relevant post- qualification work experience. Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written English and Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua) is a must. The appointee should be reliable, well-organized, meticulous, able to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines, observant in managing stakeholders, a good team player and able to work independently in a dynamic working environment. Strong interpersonal, problem-solving and IT skills are required. Familiar with Photoshop and Illustrator will be an advantage. (Duration : 2 years, renewable)

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.Fringe benefits including annual leave, medical and dental benefits will be provided.A gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of contract.

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

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