Student Advising Officer

University of Hong Kong

Department
Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine (20000)
Rank
Non-Academic
Position type
Full-time
Reference
536623
Application deadline
18 Jul 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and deliver mental health programmes, trainings, events, and wellness initiatives.
  • Develop priorities and goals to support student wellbeing and wellness promotion.
  • Provide individual and group counselling, crisis intervention, and walk-in services under supervision.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Master's degree or above in a mental health discipline (Counselling, Social Work, or Counselling Psychology).
  • At least 3 years' post-qualification work experience, preferably in tertiary education or mental health agencies.
  • Bi/multilingual proficiency in English and Cantonese with evidence of service delivery.
  • Experience running wellness or outreach programmes.
  • Passion for working with youth and young adults; experience with high-achieving populations is advantageous.

Appointment

  • Full-time — Two-year fixed-term contract with possibility of renewal subject to funding and performance; contract-end gratuity and University retirement benefits contribution up to 10% of basic salary included.

Key Dates

  • Commencement: As soon as possible.
  • Application deadline: July 18, 2026 (or until post is filled, whichever is earlier).
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