Assistant Computer Officer (carrying the title of AI & Data

University Planning Office

Assistant Computer Officer (carrying the job title of ‘AI & Data Analyst’)

Using data and computational techniques, the University Planning Office (UPO) provides research and analytical support to senior management, informing decision-making, policy formulation, and resource allocation. UPO’s core responsibilities include (1) core data capabilities, serving as the institutional data custodian, and liaising with UGC, ranking agencies, and external stakeholders; (2) supporting senior management by benchmarking and monitoring the University’s performance, facilitating data-driven policy and resource planning, and providing support to the Provost’s Office; and (3) supporting institutional data initiatives, including process re-engineering, institutional efficiency enhancement, and leading institutional data projects.

Being a core contributor to the success of UPO’s mission, the appointee will be responsible for (a) supporting the adoption of AI in data collection, analysis, and reporting processes; (b) automating workflows in daily operations to enhance working efficiency and consistency; (c) integrating AI tools and methodologies to improve data quality in submission; (d) implementing strategic (data-related) projects to provide institutional data management capabilities; (e) supporting ad hoc management information analysis and enquiry needs; and (f) performing other relevant duties as assigned by the unit head/supervisors.

Applicants should have (i) a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, AI & Machine Learning, Information Management, Data Science, or related disciplines; (ii) 2 years’ post-qualification experience in business and system analysis, AI applications, and data management/analytics, preferably on institution-wide data integration in the higher education sector; (iii) strong verbal and written communication skills in both technical and business languages; (iv) a highly motivated and independent working style, with strong analytical and critical thinking skills; (v) a proactive and innovative mindset in embracing and applying AI technologies in building data-driven solutions; (vi) a solution-oriented mentality and problem-solving ability with good awareness of data security and data privacy; and (vii) good team spirit with strong interpersonal and teamwork capabilities to contribute in a cross-functional/cross-team collaborative environment. Having hands-on work experience in similar sectors will be advantageous. Applicants with less but relevant experience will also be considered.

Appointment will initially be made on a 2-year contract with contract-end gratuity, renewable subject to good performance and mutual agreement.

[Applicants who have applied in response to the previous advertisement for the same post (Ref. 260000YX) need not re-apply.]

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