Executive Officer in the School of Computing and Data Science (Ref: 537194)

The University of Hong Kong; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Hong Kong seeks an Executive Officer for the School of Computing and Data Science to provide high-level administrative support to the School Director. The role requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree and at least eight years of relevant experience, with fluency in English and Chinese (Putonghua).

You will manage daily operations and supervise a junior colleague. Reporting to the School Director and School Secretary, the appointee will prepare meeting agendas and minutes, draft

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree with at least 8 years of work experience.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese (Putonghua).
• Ability to work independently with initiative, multitask, and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a junior colleague and act as the primary contact for daily operational support for the Director’s office.
• Provide high-level administrative support to the School Director and the School Secretary.
• Occasional travel outside of Hong Kong may be required.

Skills

High-level admin support

English/Chinese fluency

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Advanced computer skills

Graphic design

Job description

Executive Officer in the School of Computing and Data Science (Ref: 537194)

Executive Officer in the School of Computing and Data Science (Ref: 537194)

The School of Computing and Data Science is seeking a reliable, highly organised, and proactive Executive Officer to provide high-level and robust administrative support to the School Director in daily operations.

Applicants should possess a Bachelor's or Master’s degree with at least 8 years of work experience, preferably in the fields of supporting management level personnel in a university setting. They should have an excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese (including Putonghua). They should also possess the ability to work independently with initiative, the ability to multitask, a proven track record in problem-solving and conflict-management, the ability to think strategically, as well as a high-level of ethics. Proficiency in advanced computer skills, graphic design, dairy management, drafting of high-level correspondence, and preparing meeting agendas and minutes are highly desirable.

Reporting to the School Director and the School Secretary, the appointee is expected to supervise a junior colleague and serve as the primary contact point in ensuring effective and adequate daily operational support for the Director’s office, and perform other duties as assigned. Occasional travel outside of Hong Kong may be required.

The appointment will be made on a two-year fixed-term full-time contract, to commence as soon as possible with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, together with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 10% of basic salary. Other benefits include annual leave and medical benefits.

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University’s careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until 28 September, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a written test and an interview.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency