Founded in 1989, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We tailor our professional programmes to adapt to market trends and meet industry needs, thus providing our students with quality professional education and clear career paths. Being the first University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Hong Kong, we pledge to play a pioneering role in enhancing recognition of vocational and professional education and training, and nurturing talents with both applied skills and knowledge.
As a faculty-driven, student-centred university in support of innovative teaching and learning, strategic research, and stakeholder outreach to provide maximum benefit to our communities, we conduct research that advances knowledge and enhances teaching, focusing on strategic areas, including digital humanities and literature, international business, gerontechnology, personalised care, smart city, open and innovative education, and bilingual learning and teaching.
HKMU is becoming an ever more vital link in addressing and helping Hong Kong to solve many difficult challenges – as part of our involvement in, and commitment to, the ‘metropolis’ of Hong Kong. Our plans to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will also cultivate talent to serve Hong Kong and the wider metropolitan GBA.
For more information about the University, please visit https://www.hkmu.edu.hk .
We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the
Graduate School:
Major Duties And Responsibilities
The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following :
- Assisting in the day-to-day operations of the School, including supporting services and administrative work for research postgraduate and professional doctoral programmes in the areas of student recruitment, admissions, promotions, programme administration, website maintenance, events and quality assurance;
- Assisting in the review and development of administrative systems, policies, procedures and workflows to meet the needs of admissions and academic activities of the School;
- Building and maintaining effective relationships with other Schools of the University and with internal and external stakeholders;
- Supporting the development and implementation of strategies to deliver systematic, value-added support that enhances student success and overall programme excellence;
- Assisting in arranging professional student and career services, focusing on student engagement and development, and improving service efficiency;
- Providing secretarial support to the School Board, Research Degrees Committee and other related committees; and
- Supporting and supervising team staff in daily operations.
Travel outside of Hong Kong may be required to support promotional activities and external engagement.
Candidates
Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence:
- A recognised Bachelor's degree or above, with at least 6 years of relevant post‑qualification work experience gained in the higher education sector, preferably related to research postgraduate and doctoral programmes, and with supervisory experience;
- Proactive, dedicated and detail-minded with good planning, organisational and problem-solving skills, and capable of handling multiple tasks concurrently;
- Flexible and adaptable, and able to respond proactively to rapidly changing needs;
- Able to work collaboratively and independently with internal and external parties at all levels;
- Strong IT skills, including proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and familiarity with the use of technology in administration;
- Good interpersonal and communication skills, both in written and spoken English and Chinese (including Putonghua); and
- Strong commitment and capacity to embrace new challenges.
Candidates may be invited to attend a written test.
Terms and Conditions for Appointment
An attractive remuneration package, including basic salary, an end-of-contract gratuity, and a discretionary incentive payment, where applicable, will be offered to the right candidates. Generous annual leave, staff-development sponsorships, medical and dental benefits, and life insurance coverage will also be provided.
To Apply
Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System.
The personal data collected will be used for the purpose of considering your application for employment. For details, please refer to the “Personal Data (Privacy) Notice for Job Applicant” on the University’s website. If you are not contacted by the University within eight weeks from the closing date of application, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.
Job
Full-time Non-Academic
Closing Date
16/Jul/2026, 11:59:00 PM
