Assistant Director of Student Affairs (Ref: 2500475)

Director of Student Affairs

Student Affairs Office

Reporting to the Dean of Students, the appointee will assist him/her in the policy formulation, resource allocation and development of strategies for student support and development.  

The Director of Student Affairs will head the Student Affairs Office with around 90 staff and clients include students at sub-degree, undergraduate and post-graduate levels.  He/she will oversee the provision of non-formal learning such as leadership development, service learning, global exposure; student halls and hall life education; student advising for the enrichment of their campus life and whole-person development; sports development; facilitating integration of local and non-local students; as well as quality student support services such as student welfare, SEN support service, guidance and counseling, support for career and employment, and non-local students.  The appointee will also be responsible for providing guidance and support to student organizations and maintaining effective communications between students and the University, establishing productive relationship with internal and external partners for soliciting support and creating learning opportunities for EdUHK students.

Applicants should have a higher degree in education, social work, psychology or other relevant disciplines with tracked management experience at a senior level and serving young people, preferably in the tertiary education setting; strong passion in youth guidance and development; proven leadership and the ability to plan strategically, work under pressure, and handle complex issues tactfully in a fast-changing environment; excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills; and proficiency in both English and Chinese languages (including Putonghua).  A remarkable ability to motivate his/her colleagues is essential qualities for this position.

Application Process:

The University is being represented in this search by Robert Walters. Interested candidates should submit their full curriculum vitae, a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience, and any other relevant documents to Cherie Kwok, Associate Director - Commerce Division by email at Cherie.Kwok@robertwalters.com.hk. 

Review of applications will start from 26 May 2025 and will continue until the post is filled. 

Join us in shaping the future of our University and making a meaningful impact on our community.

Attractive and competitive remuneration will be offered to suitable candidates.  Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Initial appointment will be on a fixed-term contract [applicable to internal and external successful candidates].  Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to mutual agreement.  Fringe benefits include the University’s Voluntary Contributions to MPF Scheme or a contract-end lump sum payment (totaling up to 15% of the basic salary), leave, medical and dental benefits, and, where applicable, housing benefits.

Personal data provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes.  For details of the Personal Information Collection Statement, please refer to http://www.eduhk.hk/jobsopp/index.php?glang=en.

All applications will be treated in strict confidence.  Only those who are shortlisted will be contacted.  The University reserves the right not to fill the position(s) advertised. Since the incumbent’s work would involve contacts with persons aged under 18 and/or mentally incapacitated persons, prospective employee(s) will be required to undergo Sexual Conviction Record Check operated by the Hong Kong Police Force.

Further information about the University is available at http://www.eduhk.hk.

EdUHK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.