The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Descriptions

Ref. 260000AJ

Closing Date : March 10, 2026

The appointee will be responsible for (a) leading stakeholder engagement and negotiations with the University's internal units, and external partners to drive strategic innovation and impact initiatives; (b) providing expert oversight and management of major funding programmes, including the development, submission, and post-award administration of significant applications to schemes such as RAISe+, TSSSU, and other government / innovation funds; (c) providing strategic secretarial support to high-level committees, including preparing complex reports, policy papers, and presentations; (d) directing the preparation of comprehensive impact reports, data analysis, and business cases for strategic planning; (e) leading the co-ordination and delivery of flagship events, workshops, and partnership activities; and (f) managing ad-hoc strategic projects and providing senior-level administrative leadership.

Applicants should have (i) a good Bachelor's degree or above, preferably in a relevant discipline; (ii) fulfilled the English language requirements set out on the website : https://www.hro.cuhk.edu.hk/en-gb/languageforeo ; (iii) at least 8 years' relevant post-qualification executive experience, with a proven track record in securing and managing major competitive funding (e.g., RAISe+, TSSSU, ITF grants); (iv) extensive experience in drafting high-quality funding applications, strategic reports, and policy papers; (v) an excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese; (vi) outstanding strategic, analytical, and problem-solving abilities; (vii) a highly proactive and results-oriented work attitude, with demonstrated competence in leading multiple complex projects; (viii) the ability to work autonomously, exercise sound judgment, and perform under tight deadlines; (ix) exceptional interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills for liaising with senior stakeholders; and (x) advanced computer literacy. Prior experience in working with governmental funding programmes for research or knowledge transfer within a Higher Education Institution (HEI) will be advantageous. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to sit for a written test.

Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for up to 2 years (with contract-end gratuity for a 2-year contract), renewable subject to good performance and mutual agreement.

Applicants must submit copies of academic certificates showing that they have fulfilled the language requirements and academic qualifications stated above, otherwise their applications will NOT be considered.

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