(Closing date: February 3, 2023)
Social Responsibility and Sustainable Development Office
The Social Responsibility and Sustainable Development Office of The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is set up to advise senior management on key areas of University Social Responsibility (USR). One of its core functions is to execute, evaluate and enhance the USR action plans outlined in the University’s Strategic Plan 2021‒2025. The Office will engage university members across units and coordinate their efforts in realizing CUHK’s USR goals that are in line with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, including the achievement of carbon neutrality by 2038. To maximize the impact of CUHK’s USR initiatives for sustainable development, the Office will endeavour to develop and maintain strategic partnerships with local and overseas institutions. The Office also operates the Jockey Club Museum of Climate Change (MoCC) and the secretariat of the Hong Kong chapter of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network.

The appointee will (a) be responsible for line management of the Climate Action Section; (b) supervise the MoCC’s operations, deliverables and scientific solutions in all formats; (c) solicit development opportunities, including new partners, projects and funding; (d) coordinate with university units and network with external stakeholder groups in USR and sustainable development initiatives at the institutional, local and international levels; and (e) perform other duties as assigned.

Applicants should have (i) a postgraduate degree, preferably a doctorate, in a related discipline; (ii) at least twelve years’ post-qualification experience, preferably in the public sector; (iii) an excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese (including Putonghua); (iv) strong analytical, numeracy and IT skills; (v) demonstrated ability to initiate, develop and implement projects in the museum, education or cultural institution setting; and (vi) exceptional interpersonal skills, including effective listening, collaborating, negotiating and influencing. Experience in social impact project management and knowledge of the Sustainable Development Goals (in particular SDG 13 Climate Action) and how institutions of higher education operate will be advantageous.

Appointment will initially be made on a contract basis for two years, renewable subject to mutual agreement. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a written test.

CUHK is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to promoting equality, inclusivity, diversity and the highest ethical standards.
[Those who have responded to the previous advertisement for the same post (Ref. 220003E7) need not re-apply.]