Job Title:           Senior Manager (Registry)
Department:     Academic Registry
Job ID:               10159

Job Posting Details

Founded in 1991, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) is a dynamic, international research University in the constant pursuit of excellence, leading the advance of, and education in, science, engineering, technology, business, humanities and social sciences.  HKUST has the objective of becoming a world leading University with significant international impact and strong local commitment.  Within its short history, the University has come to be regarded as a leading player in the international higher education scene. HKUST has been ranked among the top universities in Asia by the QS University Rankings.

The Academic Registry is one of the crucial administrative functions providing best-practice academic and student related administration in support of the University’s mission in teaching, research and social-economic development of Hong Kong.

Reporting to the Associate Academic Registrar, the Senior Manager (Registry) is a key position in the University’s Academic Registry.  The post holder needs to be an experienced higher education administrator with a track-record of successfully managing and delivering efficient and fit-for-purpose administrative services. They should have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to manage and oversee the work of several teams, as well as effectively liaise with colleagues throughout the whole University.

The appointee is expected to contribute to the ongoing development of high-quality Registry services and the adoption of best-practice processes and systems that take the Registry to the next level of success.  Initial responsibilities will include taking over the management of selected sub-teams within the Registry, undertaking business process reviews aiming at automating manual processes, and ensuring full written documentation of all business processes.  Ultimately the post holder will take over day-to-day operational responsibility for all teams reporting to the Associate Academic Registrar. 

Applicants should possess at least a bachelor’s degree with substantial number of years of relevant work experience within University administration.  Experience in leading the planning and implementation of student systems is required. Excellent and demonstrable leadership, management, technical, analytical, decision-making, communication, inter-personal and negotiation skills are required.  Proficiency in both English and Chinese is required. Relevant work experience in Hong Kong will be a definite advantage. (Duration: 2 years, renewable on mutual agreement)

(Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisement need not re-apply.)

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Fringe benefits including annual leave, medical and dental benefits will be provided.  Housing benefits will also be provided where applicable. A gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of contract. 

Application Procedure
In support of a green work environment, we accept applications submitted online only.  To apply, please complete an online application form through the HKUST Careers website (https://hkustcareers.ust.hk) and return it online to the Human Resources Office on or before Friday, 13 September 2024. Applicants will receive an acknowledgement by email upon successful submission.  We thank applicants for their interest, but advise that only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the result of the application.

(Information provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes.  Applicants should read the Personal Information Collection Statement before submission of application.)

HKUST is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to our core values of 
inclusiveness, diversity, and respect.