The officer will be part of the Secretariat, the primary responsibility of which is to support the work of the Bioethics Advisory Committee. The responsibilities of the officer include:

1. Researching and examining ethical, legal and social issues and policies in biomedical research as well as related laws, guidelines and practices
2. Preparing background and analytical papers for consideration by the Committee
3. Assisting in drafting and editing of consultation papers and reports
4. Planning for meetings and preparing meeting documents
5. Organising public consultations, seminars, forums and conferences   
6. General website maintenance
7. General administrative duties

• A good degree in fields of relevance to bioethics eg philosophy, sociology, law, biomedical science. (Fresh graduates will be considered)
• Strong interest in bioethics and policy research
• An independent worker
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Good IT knowledge and skills

1. Arranging for meetings and assisting in the preparation of meeting materials
2. Assisting in organisation of public events and consultations, workshops, seminars and conferences 
3. Attending to phone enquiries
4. General website maintenance
5. Office housekeeping, logistical management and procurement of goods and services

• GCE 'A' level / Diploma holder in any field / Non-Diploma holder with relevant working experience
• Meticulous, organised, self-initiated and willing to learn 
• Good communication and inter-personal skills
• Ability to work in a team
• Proficient in MS Office applications (ability to create and manage databases using MS Excel and ability in computer graphic design are advantageous)