EXECUTIVE OFFICER (STUDENT 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 Student Affairs Office aims to enhance students’ learning experience and wellbeing through a comprehensive range of services supporting their academic, personal, social, and professional development. The Office delivers key functions including career support, counselling and health services, scholarships, student financial assistance, and student accommodation in close collaboration with Schools.

Reporting to the Head of Student Affairs, the Executive Officer (Student Affairs) will play an integral role in supporting the administration and delivery of a wide range of student services.  The appointee will be mainly responsible for planning and implementing a wide range of career initiatives and events, administering health services and funding schemes, supporting campus-wide activities, overseeing the general administration of the Office, and performing other duties assigned by the Head of Student Affairs.

Applicants should possess:
(a)   A recognised Bachelor’s degree from a tertiary institution, or equivalent qualification;
(b)  Normally at least five years’ relevant work experience, preferably gained in higher education, student affairs, career services, or other administrative and service-oriented environments;
(c)   Strong organisational, interpersonal and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and initiatives effectively;
(d)   Strong leadership potential, proactive and positive work attitude with demonstrated commitment to service excellence;
(e)   Strong analytical, problem-solving and numerical skills, with attention to detail and good database management literacy. Demonstrated ability to analyse and interpret data, prepare clear and accurate reports, and work independently with a high level of reliability, accountability and professional judgement;
(f)    Strong commitment to student-centred service, with a genuine passion for supporting student success, development, and wellbeing;
(g)   Excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua); and
(h)   Exposure in performing arts industry and experience in social media management will 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.