Assistant Officer (Administration) – Department of Chemistry

Hong KongOn-siteFull-time

AI Summary

Provides administrative and clerical support to the Department of Chemistry, including office operations, record-keeping, student liaison, and faculty secretarial assistance.

About this role

Department: Department of Chemistry

Job Posting Details

The appointee will provide administrative and clerical support to the Department. Duties include assisting in daily office operation including filing, maintaining records and ordering materials; providing administrative and clerical support to academic programs; administering both postgraduate and undergraduate-related matters, liaising with students and other departments; providing secretarial support to faculty members as and when necessary; assisting in event coordination and ad-hoc projects; and carrying out any other duties as assigned.

Applicants should have 5 passes including English (min. Grade C if Syllabus A or level 2 if results were obtained from 2007 onwards) and Chinese in the HKCEE; ; OR 5 subjects, including English Language, attaining level 2 or above (or equivalent) in the HKDSE. They should possess good computer skills with high proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint, etc). Knowledge or experience of website management is a plus. The appointee should also have good interpersonal and communication skills, be able to work independently, handle multi-tasks, and a good team player. Proficiency in written and spoken English and Chinese (including Putonghua) is essential. Working experience in student-related activities and/or tertiary/education institutions is preferred. Knowledge in internet applications and website management will be an added advantage. (Duration: 2 years, renewable)

(Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisements need not re-apply.)

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits including annual leave, medical and dental benefits will be provided. A gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of contract.

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