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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 Human Resources (HR) Office provides a full range of operations and advisory services in human resources management including talent attraction, engagement and retention, remuneration planning and administration,  performance management and succession planning, staff learning and development, and staff relations and well-being.  As a result of a recent restructuring of the HR Office, opportunities now exist for qualified HR professionals with the passion in shaping HR strategies in support of the mission, vision, and strategic directions of the Academy.  The major duties and responsibilities of the advertised role include but do not limit to:

(a) Provide HR business partner and operations services to Schools / Departments / Offices of the Academy for full spectrum of HR functions, including talent acquisition and retention, compensation and benefits, performance management and succession planning, learning and development, staff well-being and relations etc.;
(b) Participate in HR surveys, projects, reviews and other initiatives; 
(c) Provide administrative and secretarial services to HR Office; and
(d) Perform other duties as assigned.

Applicants should have: 
(a) A recognised university degree, preferably in HR Management with some relevant working experience; 
(b) Proactive, self-motivated, attentive to details and able to perform multiple tasks independently and in a timely manner; 
(c) Proficient in computer applications including MS Word, Excel (including basic formulas, VLOOKUP, etc.), PowerPoint and Chinese word processing;
(d) Good communication and interpersonal skills, along with good command of written and spoken English and Chinese (fluency in Putonghua would be an advantage);
(e) Tertiary-educated candidates with at least two years of relevant experience will also be considered.

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
Appointment will be on a two-year renewable contract, subject to performance and mutual agreement.  A gratuity payment may be granted upon satisfactory completion of the full contract. Fringe benefits include leave, medical, and dental benefits. The starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

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 School of Theatre and Entertainment Arts offers a dynamic range of production-related courses in performing and entertainment arts. From theatre to theme parks and live events, the School’s professionally focused programmes are designed to prepare students for exciting careers in entertainment and the cultural industries. In addition to its MFA, BFA, Diploma and Certificate Programmes in Set and Costume Design, Costume Technology, Property Making, Scenic Art, Lighting Design and Technology, Sound Design and Technology, Music Production, Stage & Event Management and Technical Direction; recognising today’s and tomorrow’s needs for top production crew by local and regional entertainment companies, the School also offers fast-track intensive courses.

Reporting to the Dean of the School of Theatre and Entertainment Arts and working under the supervision of the Senior Lecturer (Scenic Art).  The main responsibilities are as follows:

(a) Maintain the safe, efficient and day-to-day operation of the Scenic Paint Shop, ensuring compliance with health, safety and workshop regulations. 
(b) Manage the upkeep, organisation and maintenance of scenic art materials, tools, equipment, storage areas and workshop facilities. 
(c) Monitor inventory levels, procure scenic materials and equipment, and maintain accurate records of stock, budgets and petty cash expenditure. 
(d) Support teaching, student projects and Academy productions by facilitating access to workshop spaces, materials and technical resources. 
(e) Provide practical guidance and supervision to students in the safe and effective use of scenic art facilities and production practices. 
(f) Coordinate waste management, recycling initiatives, venue maintenance and liaison with internal departments, contractors and external event venues as required. 
(g) Participate in Academy productions and events, including serving as Production Practice Supervisor for designated productions and undertaking other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Applicants should have:
(a) A relevant degree, diploma, and/or professional training / experience in Scenic Art or a related discipline;
(b) Normally 3 year's experience in scenic art related practice, preferably within theatre, performing arts, or live event production environment;
(c) Sound knowledge of scenic art techniques, materials, and practices;
(d) Strong planning, organising and communication skills;
(e) Excellent attention to detail and a strong visual aesthetic sense;
(f) Ability to take initiative, work independently, and manage multiple tasks effectively; and
(g) Good command of spoken and written English and Chinese, including Cantonese and Putonghua.

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
Appointment will be on a two-year renewable contract, subject to performance and mutual agreement.  A gratuity payment may be granted upon satisfactory completion of the full contract.  Fringe benefits include leave, medical, and dental benefits. The starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

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.

Digital Learning Department enhances the technical and educational support for teaching and learning at the Academy. It promotes interdisciplinary collaboration in education by leveraging AI, advanced tools, multimedia, and innovative pedagogy to enable technology-driven, outcome-based teaching and learning.

The Educational Designer will provide pedagogical support and advice for Digital Learning’s various e-learning and teaching initiatives.  Duties include overseeing and contributing to the pedagogical developments of the department’s work such as supporting academic staff in the effective use of the Learning Management System (CANVAS), Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) tools, blended learning, immersive learning, provision of professional development activities and funded projects.

Applicants should have:
(a) A recognised degree in a relevant subject area/discipline;
(b) Normally at least 3 years of post-qualification experience in managing educational projects, teaching and learning, and the production of e-learning materials at the tertiary level;
(c) Solid experience in facilitating professional development for academic staff and organising activities for students across a range of learning and teaching areas such as: 21st Century approaches to pedagogy including the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), outcome-based education and an understanding of practice, theory and research in these areas would be an advantage;
(d) Experience in providing pedagogical support to academic staff in the innovative use of Learning Management Systems; best practices in the use of multimedia resources and technologies to support and enhance student learning, AI tools for learning, course development as well as project management and quality assurance processes;
(e) Familiar with developing learning solutions, including the development of user guides, online resources, multimedia content, video, and in-person teaching with staff, both individually and in groups;
(f) An extensive understanding of current trends in technology enhanced learning (with experience in the performing arts and/or a knowledge of performing arts education being an advantage);
(g) Familiarity with emerging educational technologies and their potential applicability for the Academy;
(h) Strong self-learning ability and creativity;
(i) Strong organisational, teamwork and communication skills; and
(j) Strong presentation and written skills in English, and proficiency in Cantonese and Putonghua would be an advantage.
    
TERMS OF APPOINTMENT 
Appointment will be on a two-year renewable contract, subject to performance and mutual agreement.  A gratuity payment may be granted upon satisfactory completion of the full contract. Fringe benefits include leave, medical, and dental benefits. The starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The expected commencement date will be 24 August 2026. 

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.

Reporting to the Enterprise Systems Architect, the Information Technology Manager (Network and Security) will lead the planning, implementation, and maintenance of the Academy’s network and security infrastructures, and will be responsible for designing, enforcing, and continuously improving network and cybersecurity policies, standards, and controls. The postholder will oversee the operation network and  security technologies, including firewalls, endpoint protection, and intrusion prevention systems, and will conduct and coordinate penetration tests, vulnerability scans, risk assessments, and remediation activities. The role also involves monitoring network performance and security events, managing incident response, and leading investigations of security breaches, as well as ensuring compliance with relevant cybersecurity frameworks, regulatory requirements, and Academy policies. In addition, the incumbent will manage IT security projects to ensure timely and quality delivery, stay abreast of emerging cyber threats and technologies, and proactively recommend improvements. The postholder will also perform any other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Requirements:
(a) Bachelor’s degree or above in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related disciplines.
(b) Normally, 10 years of relevant IT experience is preferred, of which 7 years are in network and/or information security. 
(c) Lead end-to-end delivery of high impact network initiatives, ensuring timely execution and full alignment with business objectives.
(d) Define, maintain, and evolve the enterprise network architecture, integrating automation, security, and scalability to support current and future needs.
(e) Ensure all architectural decisions are aligned with IT governance frameworks, cybersecurity requirements, and established operational policies.
(f) Possess strong hands-on expertise in enterprise network and security technologies, including Firewall, EDR/XDR/NDR, WAF/DBF, SIEM, PAM, DLP, IDP/IPS, DDoS protection, Wi‑Fi, and network monitoring tools.
(g) Solid knowledge and experience in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, security audits and cybersecurity frameworks.
(h) Hold relevant professional certifications such as CCNP, CISA, CISSP, CISM, CEH, CCSP, CompTIA Security+ are an advantage.
(i) Have hands‑on experience with cloud and hybrid environments, including security controls, network integration, and identity management in platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or equivalent.
(j) Be familiar with network and system management tools such as Zabbix, PRTG, Ansible, Netbox, etc. 
(k) Posses experience in data classification and security measures, with a good understanding of compliance requirements such as the Hong Kong PDPO and GDPR.
(l) Experience in the tertiary education sector or large-scale organisations will be an advantage.
(m) Strong proficiency in both written and spoken English and Chinese, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
(n) Be self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple projects, with strong organisational and leadership skills.

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
Appointment will be on a two-year renewable contract, subject to performance and mutual agreement.  A gratuity payment may be granted upon satisfactory completion of the full contract. Fringe benefits include leave, medical, and dental benefits. The starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

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 Human Resources (HR) Office provides a full range of operations and advisory services in human resources management including talent attraction, engagement and retention, remuneration planning and administration, performance management and succession planning, staff learning and development, and staff relations and well-being.  An opportunity now exists for qualified HR professionals interested in making contributions in support of the mission, vision, and strategic directions of the Academy through a part-time engagement.  The major duties and responsibilities include but do not limit to:

(a) Manage talent acquisition requests and find the best talent solutions for the Academy;
(b) Provide HR business partnership services to Schools / Departments / Offices of the Academy and ensure quality and timely delivery of various HR matters throughout the employee life cycle; 
(c) Organise and deliver HR events and communications; and
(d) Participate in other HR projects, reviews and initiatives, and other duties as assigned.

Applicants should have: 
(a) A recognised university degree, preferably in HR Management;
(b) At least 5 years relevant working experience;
(c) Well-versed in employment-related ordinances and regulations; demonstrable experience in HR leadership;
(d) Proactive, self-motivated and meticulous with good analytical, planning and organising and problem-solving skills; and
(f) Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a good command of written and spoken English and Chinese (fluency in Putonghua would be an advantage).

This is an excellent opportunity for HR professionals that have retreated or planning to retreat from full-time roles, while at the same time, wishing to continue to contribute their HR knowledge, skills and experience for the growth and development of an organisation.

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
The Appointee shall work 2 to 3 days a week.  Appointment will be made on a contract of 6 months. The starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

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.

Digital Learning and Library (DLL) enhances the technical and educational support for teaching and learning at The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts. It promotes interdisciplinary collaboration in education by leveraging AI, advanced tools, multimedia, and innovative pedagogy to enable technology-driven, outcome-based teaching and learning.
    
The Senior e-Learning Technologist plays a key role in implementing the Academy's digital learning strategy under the leadership of the Principal Head (Digital Learning & Information Management). The postholder will be a forward-thinking professional who works collaboratively with academic departments, Library and Registry to design, develop, and evaluate technology-enhanced learning initiatives.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing digital learning projects from conception to delivery; providing pedagogical and technical expertise to support blended and online course development; and leading the production of online learning projects such as Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) or Small Private Online Course (SPOC). A key responsibility of the role is to foster collaboration across Schools and departments to enable various innovative learning technologies, projects, and events, as well as technology-supported, interdisciplinary projects that enhance outcome-based education; and to work with the Academy Library and others to ensure synergy between digital resources and learning initiatives.

The postholder will organise and execute training workshops, seminars, and showcases to build digital capability; assist in programme evaluation, learning assessment, and data analytics to support evidence-based decision-making; and contribute to strategic planning and reports.

Requirements:
(a) A recognised master's degree or above in education or communication, preferably a higher degree in educational technology, instructional design or a related discipline;
(b) Normally at least 5 years of post-qualification experience in managing educational projects, teaching and learning, and the production of e-learning materials at the tertiary level;
(c) Solid experience in educational technology and a strong ability to advocate for digital learning tools and techniques;
(d) Familiar with a blended approach for staff learning and development which incorporates face-to-face training, e-learning, virtual, and one-to-one where appropriate. This will involve both formal and informal teaching and support;
(e) A successful track record of experience in developing learning solutions, including the development of user guides, online resources, multimedia content, video, and face-to-face teaching with staff, both individually and in groups;
(f) Demonstrated working knowledge of eLearning development tools and LMS management is desirable;
(g) Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese; and
(h) Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

 
TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
Appointment will be on a two-year renewable contract, subject to performance and mutual agreement.  A gratuity payment may be granted upon satisfactory completion of the full contract. Fringe benefits include leave, medical, and dental benefits. The starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.