Development Manager (Projects & Communication) in the College of Computing

The College of Computing is seeking a capable, proactive and self-motivated professional to play a key role in supporting the College’s growth, outreach and strategic initiatives. The appointee will be responsible for:

Duties

• Coordinating and supporting visits, meetings and events hosted at InnoCentre (including laboratory visits, meetings with senior management, visits by funding bodies and external delegations, as well as other strategic engagement activities and large-scale events);

• Overseeing the daily operation, maintenance and effective utilisation of InnoCentre facilities (including venue management, equipment and inventory maintenance, booking administration, and coordination with InnoCentre management and relevant University offices on facilities- and service-related matters);

• Maintaining close liaison with faculty members and research students regarding research projects and demonstration activities, monitoring project progress, coordinating updates, and providing operational, technical and logistical support as required;

• Planning, organising and promoting faculty and student engagement initiatives (including receptions, networking events, fireside chats, workshops and other activities aimed at enhancing community engagement, student experience and utilisation of College facilities);

• Supporting the College’s outreach, funding and strategic initiatives through data analysis, report preparation, presentation development, coordination of proposal review activities, and other project management and administrative support;

• Developing and implementing the College’s communications and publicity initiatives (including newsletters for students, faculty, staff and alumni; managing social media platforms; and producing promotional and multimedia materials through photography, videography and related content creation);

• Supporting the establishment and development of new research centres, strategic projects and special initiatives, and liaising with faculty members and University offices on their planning, implementation and operation.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree with at least 2 years’ relevant work experience. Candidates with a higher qualification and/or more extensive experience may be considered for appointment at a higher level;

• Excellent command of written and spoken English, Cantonese and Putonghua;

• Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships with academic staff, students, external stakeholders and University central units;

• Proven experience in event management, project coordination, stakeholder engagement, communications or administrative support;

• Good analytical, problem-solving and project management skills, with the ability to work independently, handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment;

• Good IT proficiency (including Microsoft Office applications). Experience in data analysis, programming/coding, website management, digital communications or related areas will be an advantage;

• Experience in photography, videography, social media management, multimedia production or content creation is desirable; and

• A proactive, service-oriented mindset, strong attention to detail, and a willingness to undertake new initiatives and responsibilities.

Preference may be given to candidates with experience in higher education institutions, research administration, communications and marketing, facilities or venue management, and/or the organisation of large-scale events and external engagement activities.

Salary and Conditions of Service

Remuneration package will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract; fringe benefits include gratuity, leave, medical and dental schemes.

Information and Application

Further information on the post and the University is available at http://www.cityu.edu.hk, or from the Human Resources Office, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong [Email : [email protected]/Fax : 2788 1154 or 3442 0311].

To apply, please submit an online application at http://jobs.cityu.edu.hk. The closing date is 6 November 2026. Applications will receive full consideration and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. The University’s privacy policy is available on the homepage.

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