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Job Summary
The Development & Alumni Affairs Office is establishing a new AI & Data Labto support innovation in advancement intelligence. We are looking for a motivated and curious Executive Trainee to join our team. This is a 2-year structured program designed to develop your skills in data analytics business intelligence and data management within a higher education advancement setting. You will work closely with experienced analysts to transform alumni and donation-related data into actionable insights supporting fundraising strategies and enhancing alumni engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Under guidance and supervision the Trainee will:
- Assist in the development and maintenance of reports dashboards and data visualizations to support decision-making by senior leadership;
- Support data analysis to uncover trends patterns and opportunities that drive fundraising and alumni engagement;
- Help maintain data quality and integrity by assisting with data cleansing validation and documentation tasks;
- Participate in the design and preparation of datasets for potential machine learning models in advancement activities;
- Collaborate with team members to understand business needs and contribute to analytical solutions;
- Learn and apply data governance and compliance practices across systems and workflows; and
- Contribute ideas and observations to support the continuous improvement of the Labs data strategy and roadmap.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree or above in Artificial Intelligence Data Science Statistics Computer Science Information Systems Mathematics Engineering Quantitative Finance or a related quantitative field
- Proficiency in or strong willingness to learnAI tools and technologiesto enhance work efficiency and drive data-driven innovation
- Fresh graduates or candidates with 12 years of work experience are welcome to apply
- Basic proficiency in or strong willingness to learnSQLandPythonfor data analysis
- Familiarity with or interest in learningdata visualization platforms(e.g. Power BI Tableau Qlik) is an advantage
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
- Ability to work with structured datasets and ensure data accuracy
- Good communication skills and ability to present findings clearly to team members
- A proactive attitude eagerness to learn and ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- No prior experience in fundraising or alumni relations is requiredwe welcome candidates from various backgrounds who are passionate about using data for positive impact
What We Offer
- Structured 2-Year Program:A dedicated training program to build a strong foundation in data analytics within a real-world setting.
- Mentorship:Direct guidance from senior data professionals in the newly established Data & AI Lab.
- Skill Development:Hands-on training in SQL Python Power BI and data governance best practices.
- Real-World Impact:Opportunity to work with real alumni and fundraising data that directly supports the Universitys mission.
- Career Progression Opportunity:High-performing trainees may be considered for a regular position upon successful completion of the 2-year program.
Appointment Details
How to Apply
Those interested in the post may contact Ms. Ronnie Lee of the Development & Alumni Affairs Office () for further information.
The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until April 22 2026or until the post is filled whichever is earlier.
Required Experience:
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About Company
Established in 1911, the University of Hong Kong (HKU) is the territory’s oldest institute of higher learning and also an internationally recognized, research led, comprehensive university.
