ASSISTANT MANAGER (DEVELOPMENT AND ALUMNI AFFAIRS)/ EXECUTIVE (DEVELOPMENT AND ALUMNI 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 Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts is seeking a reliable, well-organised, and detail-driven Development professional to support the Academy’s fundraising and institutional advancement operations. Working under the Development Office, the postholder will provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to fundraising programmes, scholarships, and donor and alumni engagement initiatives that underpin the Academy’s long-term sustainability, with the following key responsibilities:

(a) To assist in the planning, coordination, and implementation of development initiatives, including events, campaigns, and engagement activities;
(b) To assist in the administration of scholarship and donation programmes, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with established procedures;
(c) To process, record, verify, and analyse donation data, and to handle incoming donations accurately and efficiently;
(d) To maintain, update, and enhance relevant databases, ensuring data accuracy, completeness, and timely reporting;
(e) To prepare routine reports, summaries, and documentation required for internal monitoring and donor records;
(f) To liaise with internal units and external parties on administrative and logistical matters related to development activities; and
(f) To undertake other clerical, coordination, and office support duties as assigned by supervisors.

Applicants should have:
(a) A degree from a tertiary or post-secondary institution, preferably in marketing, business, arts management, or related disciplines, with proven work experience in related fields;
(b) For the post of Assistant Manager (Development and Alumni Affairs):
     • Normally at least 3 years’ working experience (minimum 2 years in tertiary education). Proven track record in development support, operations, or event management. 

       Experience in fundraising and sponsorship would be an advantage;
      For the post of Executive (Development and Alumni Affairs):
    • Normally at least 1-2 years’ working experience in development or fundraising support, administrative operations, event administration, or office management. 

      Experience in fundraising and sponsorship would be an advantage;
(c) Hands-on experience in database management, including data entry, maintenance, and reporting. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including basic data analysis.

      Experience with donor, CRM, or fundraising databases will be an advantage;
(d) High level of accuracy, responsibility and attention to detail, with the ability to handle confidential information and follow established procedures;
(e) Good interpersonal and collaborative skills;
(f) Good command of English and Chinese (including Putonghua); and
(g) A background or genuine interest in the performing arts would be an advantage.

Candidates with less relevant working experience will be considered for appointment as Executive (Development and Alumni Affairs).

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.