Manager, corporate communications and public engagement (at the rank of administrative assistant ii)

Werkgever:
HKU
Regio:
Utrecht
 
Functieomschrijving

Manager, Corporate Communications and Public Engagement (at the rank of Administrative Assistant II) in the Clinical Trials Centre (Ref.: 533320)

The Clinical Trials Centre (HKU-CTC) is a leading clinical trials management platform established under The University of Hong Kong LKS Faculty of Medicine (HKUMed) and is dedicated to managing and facilitating international-standard clinical trials on new drugs, medical devices and medical technologies. HKU-CTC offers long-term development opportunities to passionate talents who pursue career advancement and success. 


HKU-CTC’s Corporate Communications and Public Engagement Team is dedicated to fostering communications and engagement with stakeholders in the healthcare community, including volunteers who are interested in supporting clinical research activities. HKU-CTC is seeking talents who have the passion in promoting healthcare advancement through public engagement and strategic communications. Comprehensive on-job training will be provided.


Main Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement corporate communications and public engagement strategies and publicity plans;

  • Supervise and mentor the communications team;

  • Plan, manage and organize corporate communications activities and events to enhance stakeholder engagement, raise public awareness, and strengthen organizational communications;

  • Develop strategies for maintaining and optimizing websites and social media platforms to maximize engagement and presence;

  • Promote volunteer relations and facilitate public education using multi-dimensional strategies;

  • Plan, design and implement campaigns/schemes for recruiting volunteers and patients for clinical studies;

  • Organize and host visits for VIP guests, media representatives, and external stakeholders;

  • Handle media requests and inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate communication and maintaining positive media relationships; and

  • Handle public inquiries on clinical research activities.

    • Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above, preferably in both Biological/Natural Sciences and Communications/Public Relations/Media Studies;

  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in corporate communications, event/project management or corporate administration, preferably in the medical and/or research sectors;

  • Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;

  • Detail-minded, able to handle multiple concurrent tasks, and self-motivated;

  • Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese (including Putonghua); and

  • Proficiency in multimedia, graphic design and video-editing tools is an added advantage.

    • The appointment will be made on a two-year fixed-term full-time contract, to commence as soon as possible with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, together with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 10% of basic salary. Other benefits include annual leave and medical benefits.


    Application Procedure:

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