Assistant Manager (MSc Alumni Engagement)

Job Posting Details

About the role :

The MSc Programs Office looks after a portfolio of specialized MSc programs at the HKUST Business School. Students of the full-time programs are mainly fresh graduates from all over the world while students of the part-time programs are primarily working executives in various industries and functions in Asia, including but not limited to the Greater China region.

The MSc Programs Office is looking for a high-caliber candidate to support the alumni engagement for the MSc alumni community. The appointee will play a key role in devising and implementing an alumni engagement plan to foster lifelong alumni relations to build a close-knit MSc alumni community along with the continued expansion of the MSc portfolio. The appointee will be responsible for maintaining close communications with alumni on the latest School and program development; identifying opportunities to enhance their networking opportunities and industry exposure continually; and organizing professional training to support their career development. The expected outcome is to create a strong sense of belonging, and a robust alumni community to support the University and the programs.

Person Specification :

• Applicants should hold a bachelor's degree, preferably in a business discipline.
• At least 3 years’ relevant post-qualification experience in event planning and / or the education sector.
• The ideal candidate has a problem-solving mindset and an outgoing personality,with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Able to work both independently and in a team.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, as well as coordination skills.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese.
• Work outside normal office hours, including weekends / public holidays or evenings, is occasionally required.

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.

Please apply on or before : 4 Dec 2024.

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