Assistant Director of Information Technology (Management Information Systems) (ITO)

Founded in 1989, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We tailor our professional programmes to adapt to market trends and meet industry needs, thus providing our students with quality professional education and clear career paths. Being the first University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Hong Kong, we pledge to play a pioneering role in enhancing recognition of vocational and professional education and training, and nurturing talents with both applied skills and knowledge.

As a faculty-driven, student-centred university in support of innovative teaching and learning, strategic research, and stakeholder outreach to provide maximum benefit to our communities, we conduct research that advances knowledge and enhances teaching, focusing on strategic areas, including digital humanities and literature, international business, gerontechnology, personalised care, smart city, open and innovative education, and bilingual learning and teaching.

HKMU is becoming an ever more vital link in addressing and helping Hong Kong to solve many difficult challenges – as part of our involvement in, and commitment to, the ‘metropolis’ of Hong Kong. Our plans to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will also cultivate talent to serve Hong Kong and the wider metropolitan GBA.

For more information about the University, please visit https://www.hkmu.edu.hk.

We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the Information Technology Office:

Major Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, the appointee will be responsible mainly for the following:

• Leading the Management Information Systems team to plan, develop, enhance, and maintain management information systems for the University, such as Human Resources Management System, Financial Management Systems, Facility Management System, Customer Relationship Management System, Access Control System, and Information Enquiry and Broadcasting Systems;

• Developing, reviewing, and implementing policies and guidelines to provide quality application system services;

• Managing internal resources and external resources, such as vendors, to implement application system projects;

• Providing professional advice and support to users on application system implementation;

• Providing executive support to committees and working groups; and

• Performing any other duties as assigned.

Candidates
Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence:

• A recognised degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related discipline;
• Substantial knowledge and experience in supporting Oracle e-Business Suite development platform and technical infrastructure, as well as hands-on experience in the implementation ERP systems and online self-services, preferably with managerial experience in tertiary institutions;
• Solid and extensive experience in web/application/database server administration and configuration is desirable;
• Profound leadership, independent and proactive with good analytical and problem-solving skills; and
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and proficient in both English & Chinese
  

Candidates may be invited to attend a written test.

Terms and Conditions for Appointment
An attractive remuneration package, including basic salary, a composite cash/housing allowance, an end-of-contract gratuity, and a discretionary incentive payment, where applicable, will be offered to the right candidates. Generous annual leave, staff-development sponsorships, medical and dental benefits, and life insurance coverage will also be provided.

To Apply
Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System.

The personal data collected will be used for the purpose of considering your application for employment. For details, please refer to the “Personal Data (Privacy) Notice for Job Applicant” on the University’s website. If you are not contacted by the University within eight weeks from the closing date of application, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful. The University will continue to review applications until the position(s) is/are filled.