Supervisory Executive Officer

Supervisory Executive Officer in the Office of the Vice-President (Talent and International Strategy) [Ref. R/217/26]

Duties

The appointee will provide high-level administrative and operational support to the Vice-President (Talent and International Strategy) and play a key role in advancing the Office’s strategic initiatives in talent development, global engagement, and resource planning. Major duties include:

1. Provide support to the Vice-President (Talent and International Strategy), Associate Vice-President (Resources Planning) and Associate Vice-President (Global Strategy) in executing University Policies;
2. Assist in coordinating the Office’s participation in global collaborative events, building and fostering close collaborative relationships and partnerships amongst local and overseas partners, and establishing strategic collaborations with institutions worldwide;
3. Assist in coordinating the operation of talent recruitment schemes, including the Distinguished Visiting Professor Scheme, Presidential Assistant Professors Scheme and Research Collaboration Fund Scheme;
4. Assist the Vice-President (Talent and International Strategy) in the overall administration and operation of the Office;
5. Plan and execute staffing exercises, manage financial resources, and handle general administrative matters;
6. Serve as Secretary to different committees;
7. Oversee the coordination of work between the Office and line departments;
8. Manage and supervise the team of administrative and services staff of the Office; and
9. Perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

1. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with not less than 10 years’ post-qualification working experience, including solid administrative and/or supervisory experience, preferably in a tertiary education or public sector environment;
2. Good knowledge of principles, practices and relationships between broad areas of the field;
3. Strong leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team effectively;
4. Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills;
5. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with senior management and external partners;
6. Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese (including Putonghua); and
7. Ability to work independently, handle multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment are required.
8. Experience in supporting committees and handling governance matters would be an advantage.

(Those who have responded to the previous advertisement need not re-apply.)

Salary and Conditions of Service

Remuneration package will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract; fringe benefits include gratuity, leave, medical and dental schemes.

Information and Application

Further information on the post and the University is available at http://www.cityu.edu.hk, or from the Human Resources Office, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong [Email : [email protected]/Fax : [2788 1154](tel:2788 1154) or [3442 0311](tel:3442 0311)].

To apply, please submit an online application. Review of applications will start from 25 August 2026, and will continue until the post is filled. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. The University’s privacy policy is available on the homepage.

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