Senior Project Officer (Post Ref.: 26/197)

Lingnan University; Tuen Mun; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

MPF & gratuity

Job summary

Lingnan University in Hong Kong invites applications for the Senior Project Officer, Office of Service-Learning. The appointee will lead design, development, and delivery of innovative undergraduate and postgraduate Service-Learning programmes, shaping strategic directions for programme development, promotion, and evaluation.

The successful candidate will engage with faculty, NGOs and industry partners, coordinate overseas programmes, build international collaborations, and oversee proposals,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with solid qualitative analytical experience; a full-time Master’s or PhD is highly preferred.
• At least 4 years relevant experience in the education sector.
• Experience organizing overseas programmes, study tours, Service-Learning projects, or summer camps.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Willingness to spearhead AI and technology-enabled Service-Learning initiatives.
• Undertake overseas travel and work irregular hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day programme administration and operations.
• Coordinate co-curriculum learning programmes and internships for UG students.
• Organize interdisciplinary overseas programmes and experiential learning activities.
• Liaise with faculty, NGOs and industry partners to develop projects.
• Build and maintain international partnerships for collaborative courses.
• Prepare proposals for grants and funding initiatives.
• Prepare programme and funding reports and evaluations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Office.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Project coordination

Education sector exp

Overseas programs

English proficiency

Travel readiness

Stakeholder engagement

AI-enabled S-L

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s or PhD preferred

Job description

Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and has the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. It is widely recognised for providing quality education with a focus on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University is well positioned to take lead as a comprehensive university in arts and sciences in the digital era, with impactful research and innovations.

Lingnan University offers undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes in the Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, and the Schools of Data Science, Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies. To foster interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific progress, Lingnan University established the Lingnan University Institute for Advanced Study (LUIAS), attracting distinguished scholars from around the world to collaborate with its faculty and students. With traditional strengths in arts, business, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, the University aims to equip students with practical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in the future. Subsequent to the establishment of the School of Data Science and LUIAS, Lingnan University is transforming into a hub for global leaders to develop and promote human-centric technology and social policies. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/.

Applications are now invited for the following post:

Senior Project Officer
Office of Service-Learning
(Post Ref.: 26/197)

The Office of Service-Learning (OSL) is seeking creative, self-motivated, and independent educators to lead the design, development and delivery of innovative programmes at undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate levels. The appointee will play a key role in shaping strategic directions for programme development, promotion and marketing, teaching and learning enhancement, course evaluation, international partnership development, and engagement with industry and professional bodies. The successful candidate is also expected to drive impactful Service-Learning initiatives, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and contribute to the continuous advancement of the University's educational mission.

Responsibilities

• Assist Programme Managers in overseeing day-to-day programme administration and operations
• Coordinate co-curriculum learning programmes, including local Service-Learning initiatives and internship opportunities for UG students
• Organize and manage interdisciplinary overseas programmesand experiential learning activities for UG students
• Liaise with faculty members, community partners, NGOs and industry stakeholders to develop and implement high-impact Service-Learning projects
• Build and maintain networks with international partners to develop collaborative courses and programmes
• Prepare proposals for grant applications and funding initiatives
• Prepare programme reports, funding reports, project evaluations, outcome assessments, and other documentation required for quality assurance, accreditation, and stakeholder reporting
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Office

Candidate with less experience will be considered for the position at the rank of Officer.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with solid qualitative analytical experience; a full-time Master’s or PhD is highly preferred
• At least 4 years relevant experience in the education sector
• Proven experience in organizing and managing overseas programmes, study tours, Service-Learning projects, or summer camps in the higher education sector
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, resources management and communication skills
• Excellent command of both written and spoken English
• Demonstrated willingness to spearhead AI and technology-enabled Service-Learning (S-L) initiatives
• Undertake overseas travel, including to remote and under-resourced regions, to oversee project delivery, engage community partners, and support student learning and development
• Site visits and work irregular hours may be occasionally required, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays
• Proven track record of establishing and maintaining partnerships with NGOs is advantageous

Salary and Fringe Benefits

The rank and commencing salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits, where applicable, include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund and gratuity.

Application Procedure

Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

Review of applications will continue until the post is filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, or to fill the post by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.