Job Posting Details

Reporting to the Secretary-General and other senior members of the office as appropriate, the appointee is expected to provide professional support to the three supreme bodies of the University, i.e. the Court, Council and Senate.

The appointee will be required to:

1. support the three supreme bodies and the committees/working groups under them, by preparing meeting papers, reports and minutes, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate the work of these bodies; 
2. support respective regulatory mechanisms and the handling of academic matters to ensure good University governance; 
3. help implementing University’s initiatives including issues related to HKUST(GZ) and other strategic endeavors; 
4. prepare high standard and formal correspondence for government officials, distinguished academics and community leaders; 
5. lead University-wide projects and activities in an independent manner; and
6. carry out other related job duties as assigned. 

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree with at least 7 years of post-qualification experience, and an excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese.  Experience in corporate or university governance, administrative management and quality assurance in tertiary institutions or public bodies setting is preferred, while exposure and knowledge of how government departments and universities operate in the Mainland will be advantageous.  The ideal candidates should be detail-minded, and possess excellent organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work under pressure. 

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a written test and interview. (Duration: 2 years, renewable)

(Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisements need not re-apply.)

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Fringe benefits including annual leave, medical and dental benefits will be provided.  A gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of contract.

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. 

(Information provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes.  Applicants should read the Personal Information Collection Statement before submission of application.)

HKUST is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to our core values of inclusiveness, diversity, and respect.