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Chief Information Officer
November 28, 2024
Job Posting Details
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) invites applications for the position of Chief Information Officer (CIO), a newly-created position, to provide the vision, leadership and coordinated information technology and systems management oversight.
The University
Founded in 1991, HKUST is an international research university dedicated to the advancement of science, engineering, business & management, and humanities & social science, and interdisciplinary education of the next generation of leaders for the world. With equal emphasis on undergraduate and postgraduate education as well as close collaboration with industry and business, HKUST is a leading university with significant international impact and strong local commitment. It has established a substantial presence in the global higher education sector and garnered considerable international recognition.
With the launching of the HKUST 3.0 Vision Plan and the HKUST Strategic Plan 2031, the University is embarking on an exciting journey and aspires to become a University of Talents; an International Leader in Education and Research; a Visionary of Innovation & Entrepreneurship; an Exemplar of Best-In-Class Sustainable & Quality Practices; and a Champion of Diversity, Inclusiveness, and Openness. The University is dedicated to achieving the next level of excellence with the ability to anticipate changes and respond with agility, while delivering transformative changes in teaching, learning, research, knowledge creation and transfer as well as contributing to economic and societal development.
The Role
Reporting to the Vice-President for Administration and Business, the CIO is a senior executive appointment with strategic and leadership responsibilities in the planning, implementation, and coordination of the University’s information technology and information systems strategies, policies, resources and operations to support further advancement of the University. The CIO will lead a newly established Information Technology and Services Office (ITSO) with over 100 staff members. Key responsibilities include:
Desirable attributes of the candidate include:
The appointment will be for a term of 3 years, renewable subject to mutual agreement. Competitive remuneration and generous fringe benefits, including housing where appropriate, will be provided.
Application Procedure
Interested applicants should complete an online application form through the HKUST Careers website (https://hkustcareers.ust.hk) and return it online, together with a full curriculum vitae and names and addresses of three referees, to the Human Resources Office. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. 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.
The University
Founded in 1991, HKUST is an international research university dedicated to the advancement of science, engineering, business & management, and humanities & social science, and interdisciplinary education of the next generation of leaders for the world. With equal emphasis on undergraduate and postgraduate education as well as close collaboration with industry and business, HKUST is a leading university with significant international impact and strong local commitment. It has established a substantial presence in the global higher education sector and garnered considerable international recognition.
With the launching of the HKUST 3.0 Vision Plan and the HKUST Strategic Plan 2031, the University is embarking on an exciting journey and aspires to become a University of Talents; an International Leader in Education and Research; a Visionary of Innovation & Entrepreneurship; an Exemplar of Best-In-Class Sustainable & Quality Practices; and a Champion of Diversity, Inclusiveness, and Openness. The University is dedicated to achieving the next level of excellence with the ability to anticipate changes and respond with agility, while delivering transformative changes in teaching, learning, research, knowledge creation and transfer as well as contributing to economic and societal development.
The Role
Reporting to the Vice-President for Administration and Business, the CIO is a senior executive appointment with strategic and leadership responsibilities in the planning, implementation, and coordination of the University’s information technology and information systems strategies, policies, resources and operations to support further advancement of the University. The CIO will lead a newly established Information Technology and Services Office (ITSO) with over 100 staff members. Key responsibilities include:
- Lead the advancement and maintenance of a cutting-edge campus IT infrastructure and a wide spectrum of IS applications to provide a reliable, secure and cost-effective environment for teaching, learning, research and administration;
- Formulate University IT/IS strategies, policies and implementation plans to align with the University’s goals and objectives; and expand its capability for digital transformation and use of new innovative technologies;
- Oversee the management and operation of shared data and information services, including network services, application development and IT security;
- Oversee all aspects and enhancement of the University-wide administrative information systems to meet the University’s business and operations requirements;
- Coordinate and integrate IT/IS initiatives across different departments/offices and stakeholders to achieve maximum efficiency and synergy;
- Lead the IT budgeting process to ensure cost-effectiveness and sustainability of IT resources, management and services;
- Lead the development of training programmes for staff and students to enhance capabilities to leverage on technological innovations; and
- Keep abreast of the latest trend of innovative technological developments and make appropriate applications to ensure continuous advancement and maintenance of the University as a sustainable smart campus.
Desirable attributes of the candidate include:
- Strong relevant academic credentials and/or professional qualifications;
- A record of successful senior management/administrative leadership;
- Extensive experience in strategic planning, development and implementation of IT infrastructure/IS; leadership position in IT/IS functions in higher education highly preferred;
- Knowledge of the latest IT/IS trends and advanced innovative technologies;
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills;
- Professional with business acumen;
- Proven project management skills and capabilities;
- Experience in organizational development and IT/IS services integration; and
- A strong commitment to customer-service orientation, especially in the higher education sector.
The appointment will be for a term of 3 years, renewable subject to mutual agreement. Competitive remuneration and generous fringe benefits, including housing where appropriate, will be provided.
Application Procedure
Interested applicants should complete an online application form through the HKUST Careers website (https://hkustcareers.ust.hk) and return it online, together with a full curriculum vitae and names and addresses of three referees, to the Human Resources Office. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. 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.
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