Job Title:           Senior Officer (Sports Development)
Department:      Dean of Students' Office
Job ID:               8933

Job Posting Details

The appointee will report to the Head (Sports Development) with primary responsibilities in the provision of instruction and administrative support in services relating to sports and physical education for students. Duties include: delivering fitness, sports skills, personal enrichment and wellness classes for students; organizing student development programs including sports, personal enrichment and wellness events; serving as advisor to student clubs in developing extra-curricular interests in sports; coaching sports teams and providing support to student athletes; assisting in sports facilities management and other relevant duties as assigned.

Applicants should have a degree in physical education, sports or related studies, with at least 3 years of post-qualification working experience in teaching, coaching and/or organizing sports activities in a university or education setting. Applicants should also have strong interpersonal and communication skills with good command of written and spoken English, Cantonese and Putonghua; be outgoing with a positive attitude able to deal effectively with people at different levels with diverse background. The appointee is expected to have the ability to work independently and be an energetic, responsive and good team-player with keen interest in working with students. Working outside normal office hours is required. (Duration: 2 years, renewable)

(Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisement placed on 30 Jan 2023 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 where applicable. 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 (https://hkustcareers.ust.hk) and return it online to the Human Resources Office. Review of applications will begin on Tuesday, 18 July 2023 and will continue until the position is filled. 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.

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HKUST is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to our core values of
inclusiveness, diversity, and respect.