Assistant Director of Information Technology (Digital Transformation) (ITO)

Ouhk; United States; On-site; USD 115,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

End-of-contract gratuity

Discretionary incentive

Annual leave

Staff development

Medical and dental benefits

Life insurance

Job summary

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) invites applications for Assistant Director of Information Technology (Digital Transformation) to lead Student Information Systems and related services. The role requires expertise in Oracle/PeopleSoft, ERP systems and cloud platforms with strong leadership and vendor management skills, plus fluency in English and Chinese.

Candidates may be invited to a written test. An attractive remuneration package includes salary, housing allowance and benefits.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology or related disciplines.
• Experience with Oracle/PeopleSoft development and ERP systems.
• Cloud platform administration experience.
• Strong leadership and analytical skills.
• Excellent vendor, project, and conflict management skills.
• Excellent communication in English and Chinese.

Responsibilities

• Providing leadership for the planning, implementation and maintenance of the University’s Student Information Systems and related service and applications.
• Overseeing system integration, data quality and process optimisation to ensure efficient information flow across academic schools and administrative offices.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to analyse needs, translate them into system requirements to meet the current and future needs of the University.
• Managing system upgrades, tenders, vendor relationships and project delivery to meet defined timelines and quality standards.
• Supervising an information system team to implement, develop, enhance and maintain ERP as well as other application systems of the University; and
• Performing any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Oracle/PeopleSoft

Cloud administration

Vendor management

Project management

Conflict management

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Chinese

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Tools

ERP systems

Web content management

Mobile app development

AI implementation

Cloud platforms

Job description

Founded in 1989, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We tailor our professional programmes to adapt to market trends and meet industry needs, thus providing our students with quality professional education and clear career paths. Being the first University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Hong Kong, we pledge to play a pioneering role in enhancing recognition of vocational and professional education and training, and nurturing talents with both applied skills and knowledge.

As a faculty-driven, student-centred university in support of innovative teaching and learning, strategic research, and stakeholder outreach to provide maximum benefit to our communities, we conduct research that advances knowledge and enhances teaching, focusing on strategic areas, including digital humanities and literature, international business, gerontechnology, personalised care, smart city, open and innovative education, and bilingual learning and teaching.

HKMU is becoming an ever more vital link in addressing and helping Hong Kong to solve many difficult challenges — as part of our involvement in, and commitment to, the ‘metropolis’ of Hong Kong. Our plans to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will also cultivate talent to serve Hong Kong and the wider metropolitan GBA.

For more information about the University, please visit https://www.hkmu.edu.hk.

Assistant Director of Information Technology (Digital Transformation) (ITO) – (26002BB)

Job

Full-time Non-Academic

School/Unit

Information Technology Office

Closing Date

26/Oct/2026, 3:59:00 PM

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Providing leadership for the planning, implementation and maintenance of the University’s Student Information Systems as well as related service and applications;

• Overseeing system integration, data quality and process optimisation to ensure efficient and effective information flow across academic schools and administrative offices;

• Collaborating with stakeholders to analyse needs, translate them into system requirements to meet the current and future needs of the University;

• Managing system upgrades, tenders, vendor relationships and project delivery to meet defined timelines and quality standards;

• Supervising an information system team to implement, develop, enhance and maintain ERP as well as other application systems of the University; and

• Performing any other duties as assigned.

Candidates

• A recognised degree in Computer Science or Information Technology or related disciplines;

• Substantial knowledge and experience in Oracle/PeopleSoft development platform and technical infrastructure, mobile application development, AI implementation, web content management as well as hands‑on experience in the implementation of student administration/ERP systems, admission/applicant website and student self-service portal, preferably with managerial experience in tertiary institutions;

• Solid and extensive experience in cloud platform administration and configuration is desirable;

• Profound leadership, independent and proactive with good analytical and problem‑solving skills;

• Excellent vendor management, project management and conflict management skills; and

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and proficient in both English & Chinese.

Candidates may be invited to attend a written test.

Terms and Conditions for Appointment

An attractive remuneration package, including basic salary, a composite cash/housing allowance, an end-of-contract gratuity, and a discretionary incentive payment, where applicable, will be offered to the right candidates. Generous annual leave, staff-development sponsorships, medical and dental benefits, and life insurance coverage will also be provided.

The personal data collected will be used for the purpose of considering your application for employment. For details, please refer to the “Personal Data (Privacy) Notice for Job Applicant” on the University’s website. If you are not contacted by the University within eight weeks from the closing date of application, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful. The University will continue to review applications until the position(s) is/are filled.