At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and support a team in managing assessments for undergraduate students.
- Company: The University of Hong Kong, a prestigious institution with a focus on excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, annual leave, medical benefits, and retirement contributions.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic academic environment.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact on student success and educational quality.
- Qualifications: Master’s degree preferred, with 10 years’ experience in higher education.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Applications are invited for appointment as Senior Manager (at the rank of Administrative Assistant I) in the School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.: 537082) (to commence as soon as possible, on a two-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability).
Applicants should possess a good university degree, preferably a Master’s degree, with at least 10 years’ work experience in the higher education sector or a related field. They should be excellent communicators with an exceptional command of English and Chinese; possess a strong sense of responsibility and strategic awareness; capable of working proficiently with significant independence; and be able to keep their subordinates motivated to deliver quality work under tight deadlines. They are also expected to possess a high level of decision-making, organisational, time-management and problem-solving skills, as well as an appropriate level of IT knowledge. Experience in undergraduate programme management and/or assessment-related duties in professional programmes would be an advantage.
The appointee will play a versatile role in leading junior administrative, executive and clerical staff in supporting a range of tasks, primarily on assessment of undergraduate students pursuing a professional degree programme. He/she will be responsible for developing assessment policies and procedures with reference to the latest curricular reforms, overseeing the preparation for and conducting of examinations in various formats, as well as the release of results and associated follow-up tasks. Other duties may include implementing new teaching and learning initiatives for enhancing the all-rounded development of our students.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview and/or written test. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment will come with a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary.
The review of applications will start from September 2, 2026 and continue until September 16, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
Advertised: Aug 20, 2026 (HK Time) Applications close: Sep 16, 2026 (HK Time)
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