Head of Assessment Development (Ref: AD/11/352)

Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority; Hong Kong; Sur place; HKD 1 000 000 - 1 800 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical and dental care

MPF benefits

Contract-end gratuity

Résumé du poste

The Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority (HKEAA) invites applications for the Head of Assessment Development to lead the division responsible for HKDSE and other local public examinations. Reporting to senior management, you will shape strategic plans, oversee assessment frameworks, and guide a large professional team.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (higher degree preferred), teaching qualification with pedagogy expertise, and extensive senior management experience in

Qualifications

• Experience in the development and administration of large-scale examinations.
• Proven leadership of assessment professionals and projects.
• Strong knowledge of the education environment, curriculum and assessment.
• Excellent communication with stakeholders.

Responsabilités

• Lead strategic planning and improvements of HKDSE and local exams.
• Oversee development and review of assessment frameworks and papers.
• Manage marking, grading, and school-based assessment implementation.
• Formulate divisional plans, allocate resources, monitor performance.
• Provide expert advice to senior management on examinations.
• Represent the Division to committees and external bodies.
• Maintain relationships with Education Bureau and key stakeholders.
• Collaborate across divisions on research, training, inquiries.

Connaissances

Strategic leadership

People management

Stakeholder engagement

English and Chinese proficiency

Formation

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline

Teaching qualification with pedagogy/assessment expertise

Higher degree preferred

Description du poste

Head of Assessment Development (Ref: AD/11/352)

The Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority (HKEAA) is an independent and not-for-profit statutory body responsible for administering public examinations in Hong Kong. In addition to the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) Examination, we administer over 200 international and professional examinations annually in partnership with leading local and overseas examination bodies.

As assessment continues to evolve in response to changing educational and societal needs, we are seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking leader to join our leadership team. This is a unique opportunity to drive business growth, shape strategic partnerships, and contribute to the advancement of assessment services in Hong Kong and beyond. Applications are now invited for the following post:

About the Role

Reporting to senior management, the Head of Assessment Development leads the Assessment Development Division in the strategic planning and professional development of the HKDSE and other local public examinations. This role also contributes to the Authority’s overall leadership, strategic planning and organizational development as a member of the Leadership Team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic planning, delivery and continuous improvement of the HKDSE and other local public examinations to meet changing educational and societal needs;
• Lead the development and review of subject assessment frameworks and examination papers, ensuring the validity, reliability and quality of public assessments;
• Oversee marking and grading processes and the implementation of school-based assessment, ensuring effective delivery in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards;
• Formulate divisional plans and objectives, allocate resources, monitor progress and performance, and ensure the smooth and timely operation of the Division;
• Lead and develop a large team of assessment professionals, providing direction, professional guidance, capability development and support in handling complex assessment issues;
• Provide expert advice to senior management on examinations and assessment, identify emerging challenges, and recommend strategies and solutions;
• Represent the Division and provide professional advice to committees under the Council, including the preparation and presentation of papers and proposals;
• Maintain effective working relationship with the Education Bureau, schools, educational bodies and other key stakeholders on curriculum, assessment development and practices; and
• Collaborate across divisions on research, administration, training, and other cross-functional initiatives, and support the professional handling of complex enquiries and complaints.

Requirements

• A recognized Bachelor’s degree in a discipline relevant to the work of the division, preferably with a higher degree. A teaching qualification, together with expertise in pedagogy and educational assessment;
• Substantial experience in the development and administration of large-scale examinations, including at least 8 years at a senior managerial level;
• A proven track record in leading assessment professionals and managing large-scale projects in the education sector;
• Strong knowledge of the education environment, curriculum and assessment, preferably with knowledge of statistics relevant to educational assessment;
• Strategic and dynamic leadership, with strong people management, communication, stakeholder engagement and administrative skills;
• Strong operational capability, attention to detail, and readiness to lead change and handle contingencies; and
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese. Proficiency in Putonghua would be an advantage.

Employment Terms

The remuneration package will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Appointment will be on a fixed-term contract with contract-end-gratuity, MPF benefits, medical and dental care. Future employment may be offered on renewable contracts subject to performance and staffing needs.

Application Review Date

23 November 2026

Applications will be considered until the post is filled.

The HKEAA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Information provided by applicants will be treated in strict confidence and used solely for recruitment purposes. For details, please refer to the Policy Statement on Equal Opportunities and the Personal Information Collection Statement available on the HKEAA website (www.hkeaa.edu.hk).