Deputy Registrar

Social Workers Registration Board; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 84,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five-day work week

21 days annual leave

MPF

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Job summary

The Social Workers Registration Board (SWRB) is an independent statutory body established under the Social Workers Registration Ordinance (Cap. 505).

It oversees registration, regulatory and administrative functions to protect the public. Reporting to the Registrar, the appointee will assist in statutory duties and help formulate policies, while ensuring smooth day-to-day operations of the Office of the Board.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or above in any discipline from a recognized university in Hong Kong, or an equivalent qualification.
• At least 10 years of post-degree working experience, of which not less than 5 years at the managerial level in statutory bodies or public sectors.
• Experience in statutory or regulatory organizations, committee administration, registration matters, complaint handling, and continuing professional development will be a definite advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• An excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese. Proficiency in Putonghua would be an advantage

Responsibilities

• Assist the Registrar to perform all statutory duties as prescribed in the Social Workers Registration Ordinance (Cap. 505);
• Assist the Board in performing its functions;
• Recommend to the Board the formulation of policies and procedures relating to its functions, and
• Oversee day-to-day office administration to ensure efficient operation of the Office of the Board.

Skills

Regulatory experience

Committee administration

Registration matters

Complaint handling

Continuing professional development

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Chinese

Education

Bachelor's degree or above

Job description

The Social Workers Registration Board (SWRB) is an independent statutory body established under the Social Workers Registration Ordinance (Cap. 505). It is responsible for matters relating to the registration of social workers (RSWs) and,ultimately protects the interests of service users and the general public.

We are seeking a proactive and committed individual to oversee registration, regulatory, and administrative functions, and support the effective delivery of the Board's statutory responsibilities.

Major Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Registrar, the appointee will:

Assist the Registrar to perform all statutory duties as prescribed in the Social Workers Registration Ordinance (Cap. 505);

Assist the Board in performing its functions;

Recommend to the Board the formulation of policies and procedures relating to its functions, and

Oversee day-to-day office administration to ensure efficient operation of the Office of the Board.

Requirements:

A Bachelor’s Degree or above in any discipline from a recognized university in Hong Kong, or an equivalent qualification;

At least 10 years of post-degree working experience, of which not less than 5 years at the managerial level in statutory bodies or public sectors;

Experience in statutory or regulatory organizations, committee administration, registration matters, complaint handling, and continuing professional development will be a definite advantage;

Excellent interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and communication skills;

An excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese. Proficiency in Putonghua would be an advantage

Employment Terms:

The post is remunerated in accordance with the Hong Kong Government’s Master Pay Scale (Point 34 to 39, currently $83,975 - $99,525), with a 5-day work week, 21 days annual leave, and MPF, medical and dental benefits.

Date for Application Review: 2 November 2026

The SWRB is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Information provided relating to employment will be kept confidential and used only for processing applications. For details, please refer to the Policy Statement on Equal Opportunities at https://www.eoc.org.hk/en.