COMMUNICATION AND PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICE
Senior Officer / Officer (26270056)
The Communication and Public Relations Office is seeking a self-motivated individual to support and drive the University’s corporate communications and public relations initiatives.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure the smooth daily operation of the Office through efficient administrative support;
- Provide secretarial assistance to the Head of Office, including managing calendars and coordinating meetings;
- Collaborate with team members to support event management and execute publicity campaigns; and
- Handle ad-hoc projects and assignments as required.
Requirements:
- A recognised bachelor’s degree and a strong track record of effective teamwork;
- At least five years of relevant experience in secretarial support and office administration (experience in corporate communications or public affairs is a plus);
- Good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese;
- Detail-oriented, highly organised, and a strong sense of responsibility;
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with a service-oriented mindset;
- Proficiency in computer applications, particularly Microsoft Office 365, as well as Chinese and English word processing; and
- Willingness to work on weekends and outside office hours when required.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a written assessment.
Candidates with less experience will be considered for appointment as Officer.
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 the submission of 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
- Degree in Journalism, Communication Studies, or related discipline
- Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team
- At least five years of relevant work experience in corporate communications, public affairs and media relations
- Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese
- Experience in networking and building relationships with media professionals
- Strong sensitivity in current affairs and political landscape
- Detail-oriented, highly organised, and capable of working independently with strong project management skills
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
- Willingness to work on weekends and outside office hours when required
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.






