Student Affairs Officer (SAO) (Ref.: 26001UD)

Founded in 1989, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We tailor our professional programmes to adapt to market trends and meet industry needs, thus providing our students with quality professional education and clear career paths. Being the first University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Hong Kong, we pledge to play a pioneering role in enhancing recognition of vocational and professional education and training, and nurturing talents with both applied skills and knowledge. As a faculty-driven, student-centred university in support of innovative teaching and learning, strategic research, and stakeholder outreach to provide maximum benefit to our communities, we conduct research that advances knowledge and enhances teaching, focusing on strategic areas, including digital humanities and literature, international business, gerontechnology, personalised care, smart city, open and innovative education, and bilingual learning and teaching. HKMU is becoming an ever more vital link in addressing and helping Hong Kong to solve many difficult challenges – as part of our involvement in, and commitment to, the ‘metropolis’ of Hong Kong. Our plans to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will also cultivate talent to serve Hong Kong and the wider metropolitan GBA. For more information about the University, please visit https://www.hkmu.edu.hk. We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the Student Affairs Office : Student Affairs Officer (Ref: 26001UD) Major Duties and Responsibilities: The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following: Coordinating and organizing student whole-person development and leadership programmes; Guiding students’ success through out-of-classroom learning and fostering a strong sense of belonging within the university community; Maintaining alumni networks and assisting in the planning and execution of global learning initiatives (occasional overseas travel and weekend work may be required); Providing clerical and secretarial support to maintain the operational efficiency of the team and the office; Delivering frontline support, handling enquiries from stakeholders at all levels, and liaising with internal and external partners; and Performing any other duties as assigned. Candidates Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and attributes: A recognized degree with solid post-qualification working experience in project management. Relevant work experience in student development or career development within the tertiary education sector is preferred; A strong passion for higher education and a dedication to cultivating university students; Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills in English and Cantonese (including Putonghua); Highly self-motivated, attentive to detail and fast-learning with a strong sense of ownership and responsibility; A proactive problem solver who is capable of working independently while collaborating effectively as a team player; and Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic graphic design tools (e.g., Canva). Candidates may be invited to attend a written test and interview. Terms and Conditions for Appointment An attractive remuneration package, including basic salary, an end-of-contract gratuity, and a discretionary incentive payment, where applicable, will be offered to the right candidates. Generous annual leave, staff-development sponsorships, medical and dental benefits, and life insurance coverage will also be provided. To Apply Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System. https://hkmu.taleo.net/careersection/ex_full_time/jobapply.ftl?lang=en&job=26001UD Closing date of application: 31 August 2026 The personal data collected will be used for the purpose of considering your application for employment. For details, please refer to the “Personal Data (Privacy) Notice for Job Applicant” on the University’s website. If you are not contacted by the University within eight weeks from the closing date of application, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.