Executive Officer in the School of English (2 posts) (Ref.: 536963) (to commence as soon as possible, on a two-year fixed-term basis with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 10% of basic salary, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance)
About the School
The School of English offers degree programmes at undergraduate, research postgraduate and taught postgraduate levels. Information about the School is available at https://english.hku.hk/.
The School is committed to nurturing colleagues’ professional growth and helping them develop areas of expertise. For enquiries about this post, please contact english@hku.hk.
The Role
The appointees will be responsible for several functional areas, including programme administration at undergraduate and/or taught postgraduate levels, internship and outreach, events management, and any other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Qualities
• A good Bachelor’s degree, with at least 2 years of relevant work experience;
• High proficiency in Cantonese, English and Putonghua;
• Independent judgement and organisational leadership;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Highly IT literate (e.g., proficiency in Microsoft Office and Canva);
• Excellent organisation skills and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise urgent tasks;
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of responsibility;
• Ability to work diligently, efficiently and meticulously without close supervision and under pressure; and
• A good team player who can collaborate with different internal and external stakeholders of the University.
What We Offer
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.
How to Apply
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload (1) a cover letter, (2) an up-to-date C.V., (3) academic transcript(s) and (4) a writing sample written in English in 500 words or more (e.g. a past essay assignment). Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until October 15, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a written test and an interview.
