Job Opportunities

The Development Office builds rapport and relationships between the Academy and key stakeholders as well as Alumni, and is also responsible for soliciting donations, scholarships, sponsorships as well as assisting the Society of the Academy for Performing Arts (SAPA) with its fundraising work.  The Academy seeks a dynamic and resourceful person to head the Development Office to formulate and implement the Academy fundraising development plan.  He/She will also oversee a comprehensive alumni relations programme aimed at increasing alumni engagement and involvement. 

Applicants should:
(a) Have a degree with 10 years of experience in fundraising, alumni relations and external relations, preferably in a tertiary educational setting;
(b) Be able to demonstrate past records of successfully meeting or exceeding fundraising targets, particularly in major gifts, corporate sponsorships, and foundation grant-seeking;
(c) Have strong managerial and presentation skills;
(d) Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with people at all levels;
(e) Have excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese.  Proficiency in Putonghua is highly desirable; and
(f) Have extensive experience in donor prospect research.

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
Appointment will be on a two-year contract with the possibility of renewal.  A gratuity payment equal up to 15% of basic salary earned during the contract period will be payable upon satisfactory completion of contract.  Fringe benefits include leave, medical, and dental benefits. Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.