Manager, Knowledge Exchange – Marketing and Engagement (at the rank of Executive Officer) in the Faculty of Business and Economics (Ref.: 537649) (to commence as soon as possible, on a two-year fixed-term basis, with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 10% of basic salary, with the possibility of renewal subject to performance and mutual agreement.)
Qualifications and Qualities
- a bachelor's degree or above is required, preferably in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Business Administration, or a related discipline;
- at least 5 years of relevant work experience is required, preferably in higher education institutions, professional services firms, financial services firms, corporate communications units, international organisations, or agency environments;
- excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese, with strong organisational and interpersonal skills;
- experience in bridging academia and policy/industry is highly desirable;
- a collaborative mindset and demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships;
- IT proficiency and attention to detail;
- self-motivated, with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a dynamic environment; and
- ability to multitask and prioritise multiple tasks efficiently and work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Director / Assistant Director of Knowledge Exchange, the appointee will support the planning, implementation, promotion, and monitoring of the Faculty's Knowledge Exchange initiatives, with a primary focus on marketing, communications, stakeholder engagement, and public relations. The main duties include, but are not limited to:
- manage and execute the Knowledge Exchange unit 's marketing, communications, and public relations initiatives, including strategic projects, stakeholder engagement activities, meetings, events, outreach programmes, digital marketing campaigns, branding initiatives, and promotional efforts;
- develop and implement integrated communications and promotional strategies to enhance the visibility, reputation, and impact of KE initiatives, thought leadership activities, partnerships, and research dissemination;
- develop and maintain effective relationships with media organisations, industry partners, professional bodies, and other external stakeholders to maximise publicity opportunities and strengthen the Faculty's external engagement;
- manage all aspects of event management & event-driven collaborations, including project planning, stakeholder communications, vendor liaison, logistics arrangements, on-site operations, inquiry handling, post-event follow-up, and other related coordination activities;
- monitor and report on media coverage, publicity outcomes, digital engagement, and other key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate communications effectiveness;
- prepare and oversee the development of marketing and communication materials, including press releases, newsletters, website content, social media content, promotional collateral, presentations, reports, and other publications; and
- perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the function and Director, as well as cross-functional collaboration, including but not limited to the Office of Strategic Partnerships and the Faculty.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a written test and an interview.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered.
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University’s careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until November 5, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
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