SALARY RANGE: RM4,000-RM7,000

Responsibilities:

This position aims to ensure a positive image of University both internally and externally and plays a significant role in contributing to the achievement of the University’s goals by ensuring that communications strategies are aligned with the overall University strategy. The position will also manage the delivery of University events with broad-reaching external impact.

The appointee is responsible for:

• providing a ‘whole of university’ approach in developing the communications and content strategy;
• exploring new and innovative ways of building affinity for the University brand through content; and
• providing effective communication support as needed while working closely with senior leaders of the University.

The appointee will play a key role in the ongoing development and enhancement of University’s communications functions through contributing a thorough understanding of communications best practices and principles.

Qualifications and Criteria:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Communication or other related discipline from a recognized institution with at least three (3) years relevant working experience. Master’s degree holder in a relevant discipline can be considered.
• Experience in producing communication content in English, for both print and digital platforms, meeting relevant professional / editorial standards.
• Experience of working in a professional service role, with a relatively independent portfolio of duties.
• Demonstrate good interpersonal skills, and proven through the ability to communicate and negotiate with multiple stakeholders and handle sensitive situations.
• Demonstrate information management skills, and proven through competent use of relevant software applications.
• Demonstrate initiative and problem-solving skills, and proven through the ability to develop and implement innovative solutions to work-related problems.
• Knowledge of communicative contexts relevant to higher education industry.
• Excellent written and spoken Mandarin.
• Knowledge of graphic design and editing tools (e.g., Adobe Photoshop).