Vice President (Ref.2025/209/01)
CUHK(SZ) is a research-intensive university with an international outlook, with roots in the educational philosophy and academic systems of The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK). Located in Longgang District of Shenzhen, CUHK(SZ) was established in 2014 as a Mainland-Hong Kong joint venture collaboration with generous support from the Shenzhen Municipal Government. The mission of CUHK(SZ) is to advance the creation, preservation, application and dissemination of knowledge?by pursuing excellence in teaching, research and public service in a diverse range of disciplines, thereby serving the needs and enhancing the well-being of the citizens of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, China as a whole, and global community.
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The position under search is the Vice-President for administration, who is the chief administrative officer of the University and a key member of the senior management team, reporting directly to the President and advising on the strategic management of administrative and financial services. The Vice-President is responsible for leading the development and implementation of operational policies and procedures that support the University’s academic, teaching and research missions. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Overseeing financial planning, budgeting, and resource allocation
- Managing human capital strategy, including talent development and organizational effectiveness
- Supervising campus infrastructure, facilities management, transportation, and logistics
- Ensuring the effective delivery of administrative support services across the University
- Fostering a well-coordinated, mission-driven, and sustainable administrative environment
The Vice-President will also work closely with internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies, academic partners, and community organizations, to promote the University’s institutional goals and reputation.
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The ideal candidate should possess:
- A university degree, with a postgraduate qualification preferred, and substantial experience in senior-level administrative leadership, ideally within a large and complex organization such as a university or research institution
- Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional operations, including finance, human resources, campus development and facilities management
- Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to direct and develop senior management teams and to drive operational efficiency and institutional effectiveness
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with fluency in both English and Chinese, enabling effective engagement with diverse internal and external stakeholders
- A deep understanding of and respect for the mission, culture, and governance structure of a research-intensive university
- A strong sense of integrity, professionalism and accountability, with a commitment to transparency, ethical governance, and continuous improvement in administrative practices
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The University reserves the right to fill the post by invitation/nomination. The search will continue until the post is filled.
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To apply
An interested party may set out in detail in a written statement why the applicant considers himself or herself suitable for the position, together with a full curriculum vitae, to be sent by email to hr-9@cuhk.edu.cn.
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The University reserves the right not to fill the position. The Personal Information Collection Statement will be provided upon request. All enquiries, applications and nominations will be treated in strict confidence.
