Job Title:        Assistant Manager (PR and Media
Department:   Public Affairs Office
Job ID:            3514

Job Posting Details

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) (www.ust.hk) is a world-class research university excelling in science, technology, business as well as humanities and social science. Since its opening in 1991, HKUST has established itself as an intellectual powerhouse, energizing the community’s transformation into a knowledge-based society, and securing a place on the academic world map in record-breaking time.

The PR and Media Team of the Public Affairs Office promotes the image of HKUST and keeps the public abreast of the latest developments of the University and the achievements of its faculty members and students by proactively communicating with the media and the wider community through various channels.

The appointee will provide professional and logistic support to the PR and Media Team. Duties include planning and execution of publicity strategies; preparing press collaterals; organizing media events and interviews; liaison with the media; handling media enquiries; media monitoring; and undertaking any other PR and media projects.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline; at least 3 years of relevant work experience in media and/or public relations; a strong command of spoken and written English and Chinese; strong media network; good media sense; and proficiency in computer applications such as MS Word and Powerpoint. The appointee should be proactive, attentive to details, and be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Working outside normal office hours will be required. (Duration: 2 years, renewable)

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.

Application Procedure
In support of a green work environment, we accept applications submitted online only. To apply, please complete an online application form through the HKUST Careers website (http://jobs.ust.hk) and return it online to the Human Resources Office on or before Sunday, 20 August 2017. Applicants will receive an acknowledgement by email upon successful submission. We thank applicants for their interest, but advise that only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the result of the application.