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    Information Technology Officer
    Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong
     
    Department / Section : Learning Commons and Digital Innovation (Information Technology Services)
    Ref. no : O/THEi-LCDI(ITS)/ITO/02/25
     
    The Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) is a member institute of the Vocational Training Council (VTC), established in 2012.  It is an innovative, professional and entrepreneurial organisation committed to greening and sustainability.  THEi offers more than 20 professional "Applied Science-Oriented" degree programmes across six Academic Departments: Department of Food and Health Sciences, Department of Construction, Environment and Engineering, Department of Sport and Recreation, Department of Hospitality and Business Management, Department of Design and Architecture, and Department of Digital Innovation and Technology.  These programmes cover industries with growth potential in Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region.  The programmes integrate practical applications with theoretical knowledge to ensure that students can effectively apply what they have learned.  Our degree programmes are accredited by the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications, as well as by the relevant professional bodies where appropriate.  By adopting an applied Science-Oriented teaching approach and focusing on applied Bachelor's degree programmes, THEi equips students with professional skills and knowledge to meet various future challenges upon graduation.  THEi also collaborates closely with the industry and engage students in active learning pedagogies including a strong emphasis on project-based learning involving real-world problem-solving with and for local industries and professions.
    For more information about our Institute, please visit https://www.thei.edu.hk.
     
    Major Duties:
    (a) To assist in overseeing the WAN services, LAN or telecommunications infrastructure of THEi campuses;
    (b) To assist in overseeing the operation of server farms, IP phone system, and Wi-Fi access on campuses;
    (c) To assist in overseeing the operation of computer laboratories, equipment configuration, testing and installation;
    (d) To assist in overseeing the IT and audio-visual installation in the Institutes’ teaching and meeting facilities;
    (e) To assist in the development of IT infrastructure and applications of educational support in higher education; and
    (f) To assist in the evaluation of vendors and service contracts.
       
    Requirements:
    (a) (i) A recognised degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electronics or relevant fields, or equivalent qualification with at least 2 years’ relevant work experience; OR
      (ii) A recognised higher diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electronics or relevant fields, or equivalent qualification with at least 5 years’ relevant work experience;
    (b) Candidates with relevant experience in the computing field in educational institutions or comparable organisations will be an advantage;
    (c) Candidates with proven records in network design and implementation, enterprise infrastructure, data network, software systems, or applications development for tertiary institutions will also be an advantage;
    (d) Solid experience in IT project management;
    (e) Good communication, inter-personal, organisational and administrative skills;
    (f) Ability to work independently and be pro-active;
    (g) Good command of spoken and written English and Chinese, preferably including Putonghua; and
    (h) Good knowledge and hands-on experience in network administration (Cisco or Ruckus Wi-Fi solution), system administration (MS Windows), VMware, and/or Application System Development will be an advantage.
         
    Notes:
    (1) The post is at the rank of Officer.
    (2) The appointee may be required to perform duties at different sites and outside Hong Kong, and work irregular hours, shifts and on Saturdays and Sundays as necessary.
    (3) The remuneration package will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
    (4) The appointee will work at Chai Wan Campus.


    Application Procedures:
    A completed application form [VTC-1 (Rev. 11/2024)], together with a full curriculum vitae, should be sent to
    thei-jobs@thei.edu.hk.
     
    Candidates should take note of the following:
    (1) Completed application form and detailed curriculum vitae (CV) should be combined into one file in PDF format with a file size below 10MB.
    (2) The file should be saved with the applicant’s name as “surname and given name”, e.g. “CHAN Tai-man.pdf”.
    (3) For the email subject, please cite “Application for Information Technology Officer (Ref. No.: O/THEi-LCDI(ITS)/ITO/02/25)”.
     
    Closing date for application: 3 March 2025
     
    The Institute reserves the right not to fill the post.  Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.  Information on unsuccessful candidates will normally be destroyed 12 months after the completion of the recruitment exercise.


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