Research and Development Office (Knowledge Transfer Sub-Office)
 
We are looking for high caliber candidates to join CLAP for Youth @ JC (“CLAP”) phase II, which is a five-year project initiated by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust. It will focus on fostering a sustainable ecosystem to facilitate youth with their transition from school to work, enabling them to pursue a fulfilling life through cross sector collaborations in school, community and workplace.

The appointees will play a key role as Assessment and Action Plan Advisor I/II in the “One Team” under the School-Benchmarks (School-BM) part of the project led by The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK). They will contribute to career and life development (CLD) education in Hong Kong schools based on the core values and concepts of Hong Kong Benchmarks (HKBM). They will be responsible for assisting the Director/ Associate Director (School Benchmarks) of the project to coordinate and execute tasks of School-BM part of the project in order to achieve project objectives; coordinating and co-leading with other members of the “One Team” in the HKBM-related self-evaluation process in network/ ‘hub’ schools; advising and supporting network/ ‘hub’ schools to build up a sustainable CLD programmes through whole school approach based on core values and concepts of HKBM; working closely and flexibly with cross-disciplinary team members (including the One Team) to achieve project objectives; assisting the Director/ Associate Director of the project to develop effective professional development and/or other resources for promoting best practice of HKBM; and performing other duties as assigned by the Director/ Associate Director of the project. The appointment will commence in September 2020 for a period of 30 months, with the possibility of renewal subject to mutual agreement.

Applicants should possess a Bachelor’s degree, plus a Post-graduate Degree/Diploma/Certificate in Education; preferably a Master’s degree or above in Education, with at least 12 years of professional working experience in education or related field. They should have professional and training experience in the area of career development and guidance; knowledge and experience in working with youth in diverse educational and community settings. They should have the ability to work with schools as consultants/ advisors/ critical friends for school improvement; the ability and experience to develop career guidance learning and curriculum resources; and skills to network with education community and stakeholders. They should also have excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal, collaboration and leadership skills; and good command of both English and Chinese.


Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Initial appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract. Fringe benefits include contract-end gratuity, leave, medical and dental benefits.

Application Forms are obtainable from (a) http://www.eduhk.hk/hro/applyfor.htm ; or (b) the Human Resources Office, 3/F, Cho Kwai Chee Foundation Building, The Education University of Hong Kong, 10 Lo Ping Road, Tai Po, New Territories, Hong Kong. The completed Application Form, together with full CV, should be sent to the Human Resources Office by clicking 立即申請 or by post to the above address on or before 22 July 2020. Please quote the reference number of the position in the application and mark “Strictly Confidential – Job Application” on the envelope. Personal data provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes. For details of the Personal Information Collection Statement, please refer to http://www.eduhk.hk/jobsopp/index.php?gang=enl.http://www.eduhk.hk/hro/applyfor.htm

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. Only those who are shortlisted will be contacted. The University reserves the right not to fill the position(s) advertised.
 
EdUHK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.