Student Development Manager / Assistant Student Development Manager
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Hung Hom, Hong Kong
Permanent
Full-time
13 days ago
STUDENT AFFAIRS OFFICEStudent Development Manager / Assistant Student Development Manager (Ref. 250821021-IE)DutiesThe appointee will be required to:(a) support the Student Development Section in the governance and management of student organisations;(b) plan and implement initiatives for the advancement of campus life through the establishment and development of clubs and associations;(c) devise holistic development programme for leaders of affiliated student organisations;(d) communicate and engage internal stakeholders to align institutional practice of student organisations at faculty, school-based or departmental levels;(e) assist in preparation of proposals and policy papers contributing to the strategic development of student governance and representation;(f) provide secretarial support to committees, meetings and working groups in relation to student affairs and development as required; and(g) perform any other duties as assigned by the Dean of Students or his/her delegates.The appointee is required to work irregular hours where necessary and conduct off-shore trips for student development related programmes.QualificationsApplicants should have:(a) a recognised degree;(b) at least five years of solid and relevant post-qualification experience at supervisory level, preferably with expertise gained from student affairs work in tertiary education institutions;(c) strong planning and organisational skills in driving various student engagement initiatives;(d) the ability to master multiple priorities and work under a fast-paced environment;(e) supervisory skills and good interpersonal skills to motivate team members;(f) good computer literacy with a proactive attitude of embracing new technologies; and(g) an excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese, with fluency in Putonghua being an advantage.Applicants with less supervisory experience will be considered for the post of Assistant Student Development Manager.Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisement need not re-apply.Shortlisted candidates will be invited to sit for a written test.Conditions of ServiceA highly competitive remuneration package will be offered. Initial appointment will be on a fixed-term gratuity-bearing contract. Re-engagement thereafter is subject to mutual agreement.Conditions of ServiceA highly competitive remuneration package will be offered. Initial appointment will be on a fixed-term gratuity-bearing contract. Re-engagement thereafter is subject to mutual agreement.ApplicationPlease submit an application through PolyU’s career website (https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/management). Consideration of applications will commence on 8 September 2025 until the position is filled. The University’s Personal Information Collection Statement for recruitment can be found at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/pics_for_recruitment/.PolyU is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering an environment that embraces diversity and demonstrates inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures, identities and experiences where all members of the University are treated with fairness, dignity and respect. To learn more about the University’s “Statement on Equal Opportunities, Diversity, and Inclusion”, please visit our website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/equal_opportunities_diversity_and_inclusion/.