Senior Manager/Manager (at the rank of Administrative Assistant II/Executive Officer) in the HKU Techno-Entrepreneurship Core (Ref.: 534084) (to commence as soon as possible, on a two-year fixed-term basis, with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 10% of basic salary, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance)
Applicants should possess:
- A Bachelor’s degree or above, preferably in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) or related disciplines; a higher degree will be an advantage.
- At least 8 years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas: start-up business, technology commercialisation, innovation management, or start-up incubation programmes.
- Experience in event management, community building, and/or public communications will be an advantage.
- An excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese (including Putonghua).
- Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to work independently with initiative.
- Sound judgment and the capacity for independent decision-making.
- A strong interest in entrepreneurship, technology development, and market trends in Hong Kong and worldwide.
The appointee will primarily work for HKU Techno-Entrepreneurship Core, the University’s innovation & entrepreneurship resource centre (www.tec.hku.hk) to support its existing entrepreneurship programmes as well as new initiatives.
He/She will be responsible for:
- Developing and implementing entrepreneurship incubation programmes and new initiatives to foster entrepreneurship culture on campus.
- Strengthen support for start-ups in areas such as marketing, competitions, exhibitions, and fundraising.
- Cultivating and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including faculty members, students, graduates, and start-ups.
- Assisting with event management, public relations, and marketing, including resource allocation, logistics coordination, and deliverables management.
- Participating in ad-hoc projects and performing other duties as assigned by the Director or his/her delegates.
The appointee may be required to work outside normal office hours and/or travel occasionally. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a written test and an interview. Applicants with lower qualifications and/or less experience may be considered for appointment as Manager.
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 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 February 9, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
