Assistant Manager Manager (Strategic Relations)

OFFICE OF INSTITUTIONAL RESEARCH AND PLANNING (OIRP)

Assistant Manager / Manager (Strategic Relations) ()

Reporting to the Director Institutional Research and Strategic Planning of OIRP the Manager (Strategic Relations) plays a key role in coordinating the Universitys participation in major international higher education forums and fostering collaborative relationships that support the Universitys strategic development and global profile.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategies to strengthen the Universitys relationships with global evaluation bodies data analytics organisations and higher education networks;
• Coordinate the Universitys participation in international higher education forums conferences summits and partnership events ensuring effective representation and alignment with institutional priorities;
• Support the Director of OIRP in managing strategic relations concerning institutional performance evaluation and reputation;
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including senior management faculties and administrative units to prepare institutional narratives briefing materials and presentations that articulate the Universitys achievements and strategic directions;
• Monitor global trends in higher education reputation and institutional performance synthesising insights into actionable recommendations for key University stakeholders;
• Contribute to cross-unit projects and initiatives that enhance the Universitys international profile data-informed decision-making and strategic collaborations; and
• Represent OIRP and the University in professional communities to cultivate long-term partnerships and collaborative opportunities.

Requirements:

• A bachelors degree preferably in Communications International Relations Business or a related field;
• At least five years of relevant experience in stakeholder management or strategic communications ideally within the higher education sector;
• Strong project management and organisational skills with proven ability to manage complex initiatives involving multiple internal and external stakeholders;
• Excellent communication writing and presentation skills in English Putonghua and Cantonese;
• Demonstrated understanding of global higher education dynamics including institutional performance benchmarking international partnerships and reputation management;
• A proactive collaborative and strategic mindset with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced cross-cultural environment; and
• Candidates with less relevant experience or qualifications may be considered for appointment at the rank of Assistant Manager.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to sit for a written test.

The initial appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract of two -appointment thereafter is 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 Universitys Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at 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.