CUHK Business School
Executive Officer II (carrying the job title of ‘Project Manager, Youth Entrepreneurship Project’), Office of Undergraduate Studies (Ref. 250000NL) (Closing date: April 22, 2025)

The CUHK Business School is a leading business school and a pioneer in business education in Hong Kong. Since its establishment in Hong Kong in 1963, the CUHK Business School has gained world recognition of nurturing business leaders with immense contributions in Asia Pacific. The School has been offering a comprehensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes with over 4,600 students from 20+ countries/regions, as well as executive education. It has one of the most extensive alumni networks in the region, with over 45,000 alumni around the world.

The Office of Undergraduate Studies of CUHK Business School, a vibrant and energetic office, is looking for a high-calibre candidate to join the team.

The appointee will be responsible for (a) maintaining connections with partners in Hong Kong and Mainland China for networking and facilitation of programme/project execution; (b) co-ordinating and managing the organisation and execution of entrepreneurial funding/competition programmes in Hong Kong and Mainland China; (c) performing project administration and follow-ups for projects/teams/start-ups (e.g. documentation and reporting); (d) organising, executing and monitoring the delivery of different entrepreneurial learning and training activities for the CUHK community and beyond; (e) collaborating with CUHK academic staff and researchers to promote joint entrepreneurship activities with partnering associations/stakeholders within or outside CUHK; (f) providing secretarial and promotional support to the development and operation of the office for PR/reports/initiatives pertaining to entrepreneurship, knowledge transfer and commercialisation; and (g) performing any other duties as assigned by the Project Director or his/her delegates. Travelling outside Hong Kong and working outside office hours, including weekends, will be required.

Applicants should have (i) a good Bachelor’s degree in Communications/ Business/ Entrepreneurship or a related discipline; (ii) fulfilled the English language requirements set out on the website: https://www.hro.cuhk.edu.hk/en-gb/languageforeo; (iii) at least 5 years’ post-qualification executive experience; (iv) demonstrated experience in project management, supporting start-ups and fostering entrepreneurship development; (v) a strong understanding of the start-up ecosystem, including knowledge of funding mechanisms, incubation/ acceleration programmes, and market trends; (vi) proficiency in written and spoken English and Chinese (including Putonghua); (vii) excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to cultivate relationships with diverse stakeholders; and (viii) the willingness to work under pressure and tight schedules. Having practical industry experience is preferred. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to sit for a written test.

Applicants must submit copies of certificates showing that they have fulfilled the language requirements and/or academic qualifications stated above, otherwise their applications will NOT be considered.

Appointment will initially be made on a 1-year contract, renewable subject to good performance and mutual agreement.

[CUHK Business School is also known as the Faculty of Business Administration.]