Project Manager/Assistant Project Manager - Digital Transformation

OFFICE OF THE VICE-PRESIDENT (TEACHING AND LEARNING)

Project Manager/Assistant Project Manager – Digital Transformation (23240930)

The appointee will work closely with the Project team to ensure the smooth implementation of the Student Lifecycle Management System (SLCMS) and other teaching and learning-related projects under the University’s digital transformation initiative.

Responsibilities:
• Support the tendering, procurement and implementation of SLCMS and other projects;
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including design, development, and quality assurance, to coordinate and align project activities and effective communication;
• Identify and proactively manage potential project risks, issues, and conflicts, working closely with the project team to implement mitigation strategies that ensure the achievement of project goals;
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, such as project plans, requirement specifications, status reports, and meeting minutes, ensuring effective communication and knowledge sharing;
• Provide training and support to end-users to ensure a smooth transition to the new system; and
• Provide regular project status updates to key stakeholders, including project sponsors and team members, and follow up on ad-hoc tasks and action items to ensure timely resolution and progress.

Requirements:
• A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration or a related discipline;
• At least 7 years of proven project experience in large-scale system implementation (those with less work experience will be considered as Assistant Manager);
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with stakeholders at all levels;
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a cross-cultural environment;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; and
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and other relevant software.

The initial appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract of two years. Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to mutual agreement and availability of funding.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Procedure:

Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System. Those who are not invited for interview 8 weeks after submission of application may consider their applications unsuccessful. Details of the University's Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer.

Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.