Project Assistant in the CoolThink@JC – Expanding Computational Thinking Education to Junior Primary Students

CityU Enterprises Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

City University of Hong Kong is seeking a Project Assistant for the CoolThink@JC initiative, a 51-month program promoting computational thinking among Primary 1–3 students. You will manage clerical tasks, coordinate training sessions and events, and support communications with schools and partners.

The role requires strong English/Chinese, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks, with occasional travel outside Hong Kong. Shortlisted candidates may undergo a written test.

Qualifications

• 5 HKCEE/HKDSEE passes including English Language, Chinese Language and Mathematics; 2 years’ relevant post-qualification working experience preferred.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English and Chinese.

Responsibilities

• Provide general clerical and administrative support for the project.
• Assist in organising training sessions, workshops and project events, including venue booking, registration and data collection.
• Liaise with schools, participants and project partners to support project operations.
• Handle enquiries related to the project and its activities.
• Maintain project records, filing systems and databases; prepare routine reports and correspondences.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English & Chinese

Attention to detail

Independent work

MS Office

Multitasking

Education

HKCEE/HKDSEE passes including English, Chinese & Mathematics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Addr 17/F, Lau Ming Wai Academic Building,
City University of HK,
83 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, HK

Project Assistant in the CoolThink@JC – Expanding Computational Thinking Education to Junior Primary Students[Ref. R/318/26]

Project

CoolThink@JC – Expanding Computational Thinking Education to Junior Primary Students

City University of Hong Kong is one of the collaborators of the CoolThink@JC – Expanding Computational Thinking Education to Junior Primary Students created and funded by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust. This is a 51-month project which aims to promote computational thinking education among Primary 1 – 3 students through unplugged learning, teacher development, community engagement and parent education. CityUHK is responsible for operating a flagship Community Computational Thinking (CT) Hub, delivering Parent Education Programmes and coordinating student enrichment activities.

The appointee will serve as the Project Assistant, providing clerical, administrative and logistical support for the project and its related activities. S/he will maintain project records, handle routine enquiries and provide logistical support for training programmes, workshops and events.

Duties

• Provide general clerical and administrative support for the project;
• Assist in organising training sessions, workshops and project events, including venue booking, registration, attendance records, data collection and on-site logistical arrangements;
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including schools, participants, youth trainers and project partners, to support project operations;
• Handle enquiries related to the project and its activities;
• Maintain project records, filing systems and databases, and prepare routine reports and correspondences; and
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Working overtime and during weekends/public holidays, and occasional travel outside Hong Kong may be required.

Requirements

• 5 passes in HKCEE/HKDSEE including English Language (at least Grade C if Syllabus A), Chinese Language and Mathematics, with at least 2 years’ relevant post-qualification working experience;
• Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese;
• Strong sense of responsibility and attention to detail;
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks; and
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and Chinese word-processing are required.
• Experience in project administration, event support or educational programmes would be an advantage.

Shortlisted candidates may be invited for a written test.

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 : [e-mail] /Fax : [phone] or 3442 0311].

City University of Hong Kong is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to the principle of diversity. Personal data provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes.

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