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

CityU Enterprises Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 335,000 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

City University of Hong Kong is seeking a Project Officer for the CoolThink@JC initiative, supporting the implementation, administration, and coordination of activities with schools, trainers, partners, and service providers. The post involves on-site support at schools and management of project progress.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree, strong English/Chinese communication, and excellent organisational skills. Some overtime, weekend work, and occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in a relevant field.
• Proficient in English and Chinese.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the CT Hub and Parent Education Programmes.
• Provide administrative and secretarial support to the senior management team.
• Handle general administrative matters, including HR, finance and related documentation procedures.
• Coordinate meetings and logistical arrangements with participating schools, teachers and project partners.
• Provide on-site support in schools for programmes and activities.
• Coordinate and maintain a pool of youth trainers.
• Prepare meeting documents and follow up on action items.

Skills

English proficiency

Chinese proficiency

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Time management

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor’s degree or above

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 Officer in the CoolThink@JC – Expanding Computational Thinking Education to Junior Primary Students[Ref. R/317/26]

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 Officer, supporting the implementation and administration of the project and its related activities. S/he will coordinate project activities with schools, youth trainers, project partners and service providers, and assist with monitoring project progress.

Duties

• Provide support to the CT Hub and Parent Education Programmes;
• Provide administrative and secretarial support to the senior management team;
• Handle general administrative matters, including human resources, finance and related documentation procedures;
• Coordinate meetings and logistical arrangements with participating schools, teachers and project partners;
• Provide on-site support in schools for programmes and activities;
• Coordinate and maintain a pool of youth trainers;
• Prepare meeting documents, maintain administrative records and follow up on related action items; and
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

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

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree or above with relevant experience in project administration, programme coordination or event management;
• Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese;
• Strong organisational, interpersonal and communication skills;
• Good analytical and problem‑solving skills;
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines; and
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications are required.
• Experience in school-based projects, educational programmes or community engagement 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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