Assistant Manager / Officer - Academy of Interdisciplinary Studies

Job Posting Details

The Academy of Interdisciplinary Studies is looking for a capable, self-motivated and good team member to provide event and administrative support to student recruitment, engagement events and initiatives of the Academy. Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting student recruitment and outreach activities and enrichment events

• Assisting in the organization of events, including but not limited to signing ceremonies, forum, competitions, and media events

• Updating website, social media, and marketing materials eDMs, brochures, newsletters, video, and preparation of souvenirs and other promotional materials

• Handling administrative tasks such as liaising with vendors, obtaining quotations, arranging payments, and maintaining inventory of marketing materials

• Providing on-site support for events; working outside normal office hours and outside Hong Kong will be occasionally required

• Performing other ad hoc duties as assigned

For Assistant Manager position, applicants should have a bachelor's degree with at least 3 years relevant work experience. Applicants with less experience will be considered for the Officer position.  They should have good writing and presentation skills; be a flexible and proactive team player; be able to multi-task and meet tight deadlines; enjoy interacting with students and have good interpersonal skills; be proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel and preferably be proficient in social media platforms, Photoshop, Illustrator, and/or video editing software; and have a good command of written and spoken English and Chinese, with fluency in Putonghua. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a written test and an interview. Working outside normal office hours and outside Hong Kong will be occasionally required.

(Duration: 2 years, renewable)

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 on or before Wednesday, 17 June 2026.  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.