Arts Development Senior Officer

Hong Kong Arts Development Council; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 346,000 - 415,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

16-21 days Annual Leave

Full Pay Sick Leave

Full Pay Maternity Leave

Full Pay Paternity Leave

Competitive Life and Dental Insurance

Learning and Development Opportunities

Early Release on Special Holidays

Harmonious Working Environment

Job summary

Hong Kong Arts Development Council invites applications for an 18-month fixed-term role to assist supervisors in the grant scheme review, conduct research, and support planning and implementation. The role requires coordination with council members, partners, applicants and grantees, plus providing team guidance.

Candidates should hold a university degree with 4+ years of experience, strong English/Chinese communication, and solid analytical and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• University degree with at least 4 years of full-time working experience, preferably in the government, public, arts or cultural sectors.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills in English and Chinese; Putonghua proficiency is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervisors in grant scheme review, including research, planning and implementation.
• Liaise with parties for projects and grants administration.
• Provide general administrative and clerical support to Supervisors (meetings, reports, minutes, etc.).
• Liaise and collaborate with Council members, strategic partners, applicants and grantees.
• Provide guidance and support to teammates.

Skills

English proficiency

Chinese proficiency

Putonghua

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

To assist the supervisors in conducting grant scheme review, including undertaking research, planning and implementation work;

To liaise with various parties for projects and grants administration;

To provide general administrative and clerical support to the Supervisors, including but not limited to organise meetings, draft reports, papers, minutes, etc.;

To liaise and collaborate closely with Council members, strategic partners, applicants and grantees; and

To provide guidance and support to teammates.

Requirements:

University degree with at least 4 years of full-time working experience, preferably in the government, public, arts or cultural sectors;

Good verbal and written communications skills in both English and Chinese. Proficiency in Putonghua will be an advantage;

Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills;

Responsible, self-motivated, detail-oriented and well-organised, with strong collaboration skills; and

Relevant experience in grant-making will be an advantage.

Remuneration Package

The successful candidate will be appointed on an 18-month fixed-term contract. Renewal of contract will be subject to operational needs and staff performance. A competitive remuneration and benefits package will be offered, including a monthly salary of HK$34,075, annual leave, medical and dental insurance coverage.

Application Procedures

Interested applicants are invited to submit their applications by email to @hkadc.org.hk , quoting the position applied and job reference number. Applications should include a cover letter, a CV and a completed registration form, which can be downloaded from our website via >https://www.hkadc.org.hk/en/resources/be-one-of-us/arts-development-senior-officer-job-ref-adso-2615-adc<. The closing date of applications is 24 September 2026.

Applicants not invited for an interview within 16 weeks from the closing date for applications may consider their applications unsuccessful. Applications not selected for further processing may be transferred to relevant parties within HKADC for consideration of other suitable vacancies in future. Personal data collected will be treated in the strictest confidence and will be used for recruitment purposes only. Personal data of unsuccessful candidates will be destroyed 12 months after the closing date. HKADC reserves the right to consider late applications and not to make an appointment for the post advertised.

HKADC is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Established in 1995, the Hong Kong Arts Development Council (HKADC) is a statutory body set up by the Government to support the broad development of the arts in Hong Kong, with major roles including grant allocation, policy and planning, advocacy, promotion and development, and special projects.

Established in 1995, the Hong Kong Arts Development Council (HKADC) is a statutory body set up by the Government to support the broad development of the arts in Hong Kong, with major roles including grant allocation, policy and planning, advocacy, promotion and development, and special projects.

Perks and benefits

• 16-21 days Annual Leave (depends on grading)
• Full Pay Sick Leave
• Full Pay Maternity Leave
• Full Pay Paternity Leave
• Competitive Life and Dental Insurance
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Early Release on Special Holidays
• Harmonious Working Environment