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From the employer's careers site First seen 7 Nov 2026

Administrative Manager for Institute on Age-Related Diseases

Description

We are seeking an experienced Administrative Manager to lead the development and implementation of administrative functions for a new institute focused on age-related diseases at HKUST.

The successful appointee will manage all administrative aspects of the Institute, develop and implement operating procedures and policies, manage budgets, and lead a team of professional and support staff.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing administrative aspects of the Institute
  • Developing and implementing operating procedures and policies
  • Managing budgets and monitoring expenses
  • Leading a team to provide administrative functions
  • Liaising with internal and external stakeholders
  • Coordinating with external parties
  • Undertaking special projects

The ideal candidate will have:

  • A bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in business administration or a related field
  • Over 10 years of substantial managerial experience
  • Proven experience in budget management
  • Experience in a higher education environment is desirable
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
  • Strong organisational, analytical, and strategic thinking abilities
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Excellent teamwork and communication skills
  • Proficiency in English and Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua)

The appointment will be initially under the University until the Institute is established, with a duration of 2 years.

The starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, and a gratuity upon successful completion of the contract.

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • experience in higher education
Apply on Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)