Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and has the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. It is widely recognised for providing quality education with a focus on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University is well positioned to take lead as a comprehensive university in arts and sciences in the digital era, with impactful research and innovations.

Lingnan University offers undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes in the Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, and the Schools of Data Science, Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies. To foster interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific progress, Lingnan University established the Lingnan University Institute for Advanced Study (LUIAS), attracting distinguished scholars from around the world to collaborate with its faculty and students. With traditional strengths in arts, business, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, the University aims to equip students with practical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in the future. Subsequent to the establishment of the School of Data Science and LUIAS, Lingnan University is transforming into a hub for global leaders to develop and promote human-centric technology and social policies. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/.

Applications are now invited for the following post:

Senior Administrative Officer

Department of Digital Arts and Creative Industries

(Post Ref.: 26/45)

The Department of Digital Arts and Creative Industries (DACI) is an interdisciplinary and innovative learning hub that encompasses a wide range of areas, including film and television, animation, museums and curating, art history, as well as digital arts and immersive media. We offer broad theoretical study and practical training for students seeking careers in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area's burgeoning creative and cultural industries. DACI currently offers three Undergraduate programmes, BA (Hons) Aminations and Digital Arts, BA (Hons) in Creative Media Industries and BA (Hons) in Film and Visual Arts, and two taught master programmes, MA in Creative and Media Industries (MACMI) and MA in Curating and Art History (MACAH). For more information about the programme, please visit https://www.ln.edu.hk/daci/.

DACI invites applications for the position of Senior Administrative Officer. The appointee will assist the Department Head and the MA Programme Director in general administration, including curriculum management, budget planning, admissions, publicity, and related activities. The role will also provide research support to academic staff, such as assisting with research grant applications, coordinating research projects, and managing research documentation and compliance requirements.

The appointee will be required to:

• a) Manage multiple academic programmes, events, and research projects
• b) Oversee admissions processes and provide comprehensive student support
• c) Coordinate equipment inventory, check-in/out, and room bookings
• d) Provide technical support and maintenance for classes, facilities, and departmental events
• e) Assist with research activities, including grant applications, project coordination, and compliance
• f) Ensure effective communication among faculty, students, and partners
• g) Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Applicants should have:

• (i) Postgraduate degree or above, preferably in visual art, media and communication, creative industries, management, or a related field
• (ii) At least 5 years of relevant administrative experience in academic or research environment
• (iii) Strong organisational, time-management and multitasking skills
• (iv) Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English and Chinese preferred)
• (v) Experience in programme administration, budget management and event coordination
• (vi) Familiarity with research support, grant applications and compliance
• (vii) Ability to work independently and collaboratively with initiative
• (viii) Strong interpersonal skills for effective interaction with faculty, students and stakeholder
• (ix) Good proficiency in IT skills will be an advantage

Candidates with less/more experience will also be considered for appointment at the relevant rank.

Salary and Benefits

Commencing salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits, where applicable, include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund and gratuity.

Application Procedure (online applications only)

Please click "Apply Now" to submit your application. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.

We are an equal opportunities employer. Review of applications will continue until the post is filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, or to fill the post by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.