Functional Manager

CUHK's Co-operative Education Programme (Co-op@CUHK) is an innovative education programme designed to strengthen undergraduate students commercial acumen and essential skill sets by combining classroom-based education with practical work experience.The Office of Co-operative Education Programme is looking for a dynamic and strategic candidate to support the Programme Director in this university-wide experiential learning initiative. The appointee is expected to:

1. Work closely with the Director to implement the Programme's strategies and key objectives

2. Oversee curriculum development, student recruitment and admission, career services, and student affairs to ensure a seamless Co-op journey for students

3. Formulate marketing strategies to enhance the programme's visibility and reputation among various stakeholders

4. Serve as secretariat for programme committees and advisory boards to facilitate internal and external communication

5. Manage the office's budget and ensure strategic allocation of resources

6. Demonstrate a proven ability in resource development, including crafting funding proposals to secure donations to support programme initiatives and

7. Undertake other duties as assigned by the Director. Working at flexible hours is required.

The ideal candidate(s) should have the following qualifications, skills and attributes:

1. A good Bachelor's degree, preferably a higher degree

2. At least seven years post-qualification work experience, preferably in higher education institutions

3. Excellent command of both written and spoken English and Chinese (including Putonghua)

4. Strong communication, management and negotiation skills, and competency in building rapport with different stakeholders and

5. Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities, and meet tight schedules.

Solid knowledge of programme management or curriculum development will be an advantage.Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for two years, renewable subject to mutual agreement and satisfactory performance.The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit .