Appointment of Vice-President (Administration) [Ref. R/379/26]

Appointment of Vice-President (Administration) [Ref. R/379/26]

The University

City University of Hong Kong is a dynamic university located in the heart of Hong Kong. As a publicly funded institution, our goals are to pursue high levels of excellence, promote innovation and nurture creativity with the aim to improve people’s lives. In a city where East meets West, our vision is to become globally recognised for professional education, one that emphasises the mutual enrichment of different cultures and intellectual traditions, and for research that makes a real difference.

Since its establishment as a university 30 years ago, City University of Hong Kong has developed to become one of the world’s top universities, currently ranked #47 in the Best Global Universities (U.S. News & World Report 2026-2027), the World University Rankings #52 (QS 2027) and #70 (THE 2027), Academic Ranking of World Universities #95 (ARWU 2026) and #1 in the World’s Most International Universities (THE 2024, 2025 & 2026).

Rooted in Hong Kong and publicly funded, CityUHK provides a dynamic platform for global talents through 11 Colleges and Schools: Biomedicine, Business, Computing, Engineering, Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, Science, Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences, Creative Media, Energy and Environment, Law, and Graduate Studies, together with 29 academic units, supported by advanced research institutes spanning Artificial Intelligence, biomedicine, computing, and material sciences, among others. We are committed to promoting sustainability and are actively pioneering a green future. Our mission is to nurture students into future leaders equipped to tackle critical challenges and drive social progress.

Applications and nominations are invited for the post of Vice-President (Administration).

The Position

Reporting to the President, the Vice-President (Administration) is a key member of the University’s senior management team, playing a pivotal role in advancing the University’s strategic vision through effective leadership of the administrative functions and infrastructure development.  The appointee will work closely with the senior management team to deliver the University’s Strategic Plan; build and sustain strong partnerships with government, industry and community stakeholders; and ensure the efficient and effective management of the University’s administrative resources and operations.  The portfolio encompasses campus development, facilities management, information technology, cybersecurity and data governance functions, as well as the delivery of high-quality services that support the University’s academic, teaching and research mission.

The Person

The appointee should have outstanding leadership qualities and substantial senior leadership experience, preferably in higher education and/or large, complex organisations, and hold a postgraduate qualification.  Essential qualities include a strong commitment to good governance and best practice, the ability to foster an inclusive, collaborative and service oriented culture, excellent analytical, strategic planning and administrative abilities, experience in leading organisational change, and highly effective communication, stakeholder engagement and interpersonal skills.  Familiarity with the higher education environment in Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland, together with proficiency in Putonghua, would be distinct advantages.

Salary and Conditions of Service

The successful candidate will be offered appointment at professorial level. Initial appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract. A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include gratuity, leave, medical and dental schemes, housing benefits and passage allowance where applicable.

Information and Application

Further information on the post and the University is available at http://www.cityu.edu.hk, or from the Human Resources Office, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong (email : [email protected]).

To apply, please submit an online application at http://jobs.cityu.edu.hk.  Review of applications will start from 16 November 2026, and will continue until the post is filled.  Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.  The University’s privacy policy is available on the homepage.

City University of Hong Kong is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to the principle of diversity. Personal data provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes.

Best Global Universities Rankings #47 (U.S. News & World Report 2026-2027); World University Rankings #52 (QS 2027) and #70 (THE 2027); Academic Ranking of World Universities #95 (ARWU 2026); #1 in the World’s Most International Universities (THE 2024, 2025 & 2026); Young University Rankings #4 (THE 2024); Asia University Rankings #14 (THE 2026) and #7 (QS 2026)