SCHOOL OF CREATIVE ARTS
Assistant to Dean (26270163)
The School of Creative Arts (SCA), comprised of three well-established academic units: the Academy of Film, the Academy of Music, and the Academy of Visual Arts. Established on July 1, 2022, SCA is dedicated to nurturing future-ready talents for Hong Kong and beyond, while making a significant impact on society through innovative research and transdisciplinary studies.
Responsibilities:
- Provide secretarial and administrative support to the Dean;
- Managing appointment schedules, calendars and diaries;
- Assist in staff recruitment and other human resources matters;
- Coordinating and arranging visits;
- Providing administrative support for School Board meetings, official functions, and events organised by the Office; and
- Perform any other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- A recognised degree with at least 7 years of relevant work experience, preferably in secretarial support, office administration, education or cultural sectors;
- A good command of English and Chinese;
- Possess strong sense of responsibility and service-oriented attitude;
- Good interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and under pressure;
- Literacy in computing applications is a must; and
- Experience in higher education is an advantage.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a written test and an interview.
The initial appointment will be offered on a fixed-term contract of two years. Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to performance review and mutual agreement.
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Application Procedure:
Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System. Those who are not invited for interview 8 weeks after submission of the application may consider their applications unsuccessful. Details of the University’s Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer.
Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.
Skills Required
- Recognised degree
- At least 7 years of relevant work experience
- Experience in secretarial support, office administration, education, or cultural sectors
- Good command of English and Chinese
- Strong sense of responsibility and service-oriented attitude
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and under pressure
- Literacy in computing applications
- Experience in higher education
What We Do
Hong Kong Baptist University is a public university with a Christian education heritage, known for its research-intensive liberal arts programs and distinctive education.
