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 .We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the Public Affairs Office:QualificationsMajor Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Public Affairs Office (PAO) is seeking a self-motivated candidate for the following post:
Providing secretarial support to the Director of Public Affairs;
Supporting the Director of Public Affairs in office administration, coordination and liaison with internal and external parties at various levels;
Handling budget matters and preparing regular budget status and regular office reports;
Providing clerical and logistic support to the University’s events;
Providing general administrative and logistic support to the daily operations of the Office; and
Undertaking any other duties as assigned by the Director of Public Affairs or his/her nominees.
CandidatesCandidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence:
At least 5 subjects with Level 2 or above in HKDSE, including English & Chinese languages and Mathematics;
Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience in secretarial duties, handling budget matters, general administration and event support;
Good command of both spoken and written English and Chinese (preferably in Putonghua as well);
Good knowledge of computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Chinese word processing;
Proficiency in WordPress, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator is an advantage;
Good interpersonal, organisational and communication skills, and attention to details;
Self-motivated, fast learning and able to work independently with strong sense of responsibility and can-do spirit; and
Flexible and willing to work outside office hours when required.
Applicants should indicate the results of HKDSE (or equivalent qualifications) in their applications.
Candidates will be invited to attend a trade test.Terms and Conditions for AppointmentAn 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 ApplyCandidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System.Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisement posted in 23 July 2025 need not re-apply.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.
