PART-TIME ASSISTANT EXECUTIVE OFFICER (STUDENT AFFAIRS)

Hkapa; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 165,000 - 248,000; Part time

Job summary

Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts (HKAPA) invites applications for a Part-time Assistant Executive Officer in Student Affairs. The appointee will support general administration, manage student finance, scholarships and accommodation, and assist the Head of Student Affairs in daily operations.

Qualifications include a recognised Bachelor’s degree, at least two years of administrative experience, strong MS Office skills, and excellent English and Chinese (Cantonese/Putonghua) communication.

Qualifications

• Recognised Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification.
• At least two years’ relevant administrative experience, preferably in a tertiary education setting.
• High level of computer literacy with MS Office applications.
• Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and numerical abilities with attention to detail; proficient in database management.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to the Student Affairs Office and assist daily operations.
• Administer student finance, scholarships and student accommodation, and support related duties.
• Assist the Head of Student Affairs with assigned tasks and office coordination.
• Work weekday mornings or afternoons (up to 16 hours per week) with occasional Saturday mornings.

Skills

Admin experience

MS Office

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical ability

Customer-focused service

English & Chinese

Cantonese/Putonghua

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

PART-TIME ASSISTANT EXECUTIVE OFFICER (STUDENT AFFAIRS)

In a city renowned for its international outlook and connectivity, The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts (HKAPA) plays a unique and influential role in nurturing future generations of performing artists, including performers, practitioners, designers, and technicians. Ranked 10th in the 2026 QS World University Rankings for Performing Arts and 1st in Asia, the Academy and its Schools of Chinese Opera, Dance, Drama, Film & Television, Music, and Theatre & Entertainment Arts form a vibrant centre of practice, production, teaching, and practice-as-research. Its outstanding reputation is reinforced by the quality of its graduates and its partnerships with centres of excellence locally, regionally, and internationally. Through international residencies, visiting artists, and a distinguished alumni network—including some of the most respected professionals in their disciplines—the Academy is committed to training future world-class performers and practitioners.

The Student Affairs Office aims to enhance students’ learning experience and wellbeing through a comprehensive range of services supporting their academic, personal, social, and professional development. The Office delivers key functions including career support, counselling and health service, scholarship, student financial assistance, and student accommodation in close collaboration with Schools.

Reporting to the Head of Student Affairs, the appointee will perform general administrative duties to support the daily operation of the Student Affairs Office, including the administration of student finance, scholarships, student accommodation, and other duties assigned by the Head of Student Affairs.

The appointee will work on weekday mornings or afternoons for a maximum of 16 hours per week and occasionally on Saturday mornings.

Applicants should possess:

• (a)A recognised Bachelor’s degree from a tertiary institution, or an equivalent qualification;
• (b)Normally at least two years’ relevant administrative experience, preferably gained in a tertiary educational environment;
• (c)A high level of computer literacy, with proficiency in MS Office applications;
• (d)Excellent organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills;
• (e)Strong analytical, problem-solving, and numerical abilities, with keen attention to detail and proficiency in database management;
• (f)A strong commitment to student development and student-centred service, with customer-focused approach to supporting students' needs; and
• (g)Good command of spoken and written English and Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua).

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
The appointment will be on a fixed-term contract from December 2026 to June 2028. The starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

HKAPA is an equal opportunity employer.

Personal data collected will be used for recruitment-related purposes only.

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HKAPA is an equal opportunity employer. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment-related purposes only.