Principal

Principal Maritime Services Training Institute Ref. no : C/MSTI/P/08/26-AP1 Major Duties: (a) To lead the strategic development of maritime related programmes offered at the Maritime Services Training Institute and take-charge of the overall management to ensure an efficient and smooth operation of the Institute; (b) To plan, control and keep under review the provision and utilisation of staff and other resources of the Institute; (c) To play a leading role in the development, validation and accreditation of programmes; (d) To serve in Programme Board(s), Boards of Examiners and other academic / management committees and work groups as required; (e) To develop and review quality policies and procedures, and to monitor the standard and quality of the training programmes offered by the Institute; (f) To maintain close contacts with industry and professional bodies as well as to liaise with members of the industry and public for establishing collaborative arrangement; (g) To initiate and develop new services and programmes to meet the needs of the industry; (h) To explore new opportunities and develop new services and programmes for the Institute, such as developing consultancy, corporate training programmes or top-up degree programmes; (i) To work closely with all stakeholders, both internal and external, for the betterment of vocational and professional education and training; and (j) To perform teaching duties and/or supervise student projects where necessary. Requirements: (a) A recognised degree and a post-graduate qualification in related discipline or equivalent, preferably with relevant professional qualifications would be an advantage; (b) Certificate of Competency (Deck Officer)(Seagoing) Class 1 (Master Mariner) or Certificate of Competency (Marine Engineer Officer) (Seagoing) Class 1, or equivalent would be an advantage; (c) At least 8 years’ relevant experience at supervisory level. Experience on board ships would be an advantage; (d) Good records of professional development and networking ability; (e) Good understanding of the current and future development of vocational and professional education and training in maritime industry; (f) Good track records in leading industry networking activities such as securing student workplace attachments, initiating and developing new programmes or services, etc.; (g) Strong leadership ability, good managerial, interpersonal, communication and team-building skills, and the ability to work independently; and (h) Good presentation skills and a high level of proficiency in both English and Chinese, preferably including Putonghua. Notes: (1) The post is at the rank of Principal Lecturer. (2) Applicants with substantial experience and achievements in the relevant field but without the required academic / professional qualifications OR those with exceptional academic / professional qualifications but with less experience may also apply. (3) Shortlisted candidates will be required to take a written assessment and make a presentation at the interview.