Administrative Assistant I, Knowledge Exchange

Administrative Assistant I Knowledge Exchange (holding the functional title of Administrative Director) in the Faculty of Business and Economics (Ref.: 533649) (to commence as soon possible on a two-year fixed-term basis with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme totalling up to 15% of basic salary with the possibility of renewal)

Qualifications and Qualities :

• a Bachelors degree or equivalent qualification in administration project management business or a related discipline;
• at least 10 years proven experience in administration and management preferably including work with think tanks corporate strategy or international organizations;
• demonstrated experience in knowledge exchange (KE) stakeholder engagement or academic administration with an understanding of KE practices in higher education or business sectors;
• strong familiarity with the KE landscape in Chinese Mainland and international contexts is highly desirable;
• excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese with outstanding interpersonal organizational and cross-cultural communication skills;
• ability to work independently manage multiple priorities and consistently meet deadlines; and
• a collaborative mindset and demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships in diverse environments.

Key Responsibilities include but not limited to :

• leading the coordination and administration of the Facultys KE initiatives ensuring strategic alignment with institutional goals;
• serving as the primary liaison for KE stakeholders partners and collaborators fostering strong relationships locally and internationally;
• overseeing the planning implementation and evaluation of KE projects and partnerships including those with industry research organizations and policy-oriented entities;
• organizing and managing KE events workshops seminars and outreach activities to promote impactful engagement and knowledge dissemination;
• champion KE opportunities within the Faculty and to external audiences enhancing visibility and impact;
• facilitating effective communication and collaboration between academic staff students and KE partners and supporting the translation of academic research into policy recommendations and practical applications to enhance societal impact;
• supporting the preparation of funding proposals and the management of KE budgets;
• ensuring compliance with relevant university policies and local regulations;
• maintaining accurate records and prepare analytical reports on KE activities and outcomes; and
• performing any other duties as assigned by the Dean and the Associate Dean (Research and Knowledge Exchange).

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the Universitys careers site () and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until December 31 2025 or until the post is filled whichever is earlier.