The Hong Kong Student Aid Society Limited (HKSAS)
Assistant Chief Executive Officer (ACEO) (Service Development) (SSWO rank)
Founded in 1957, Hong Kong Student Aid Society (HKSAS) has dedicated nearly seven decades to nurturing children and youth in need through residential services, foster care, education, and community services.
Under an energetic and forward-looking leadership team, HKSAS is embarking on a transformative journey. We are gearing up to construct our new 19-storey service building, with site possession taking place in 2026, breaking ground in 2027 and completion in 2030. Driven by a 67% growth in subvention and workforce expansion of our social services, this new service complex will significantly expand our residential capacity while introducing innovative initiatives across youth, rehabilitation and multi-disciplinary services.
Descriptions
On the cusp of this exciting new chapter, we invite visionary and high-caliber professional to join us as Assistant Chief Executive Officer (Service Development) (SSWO rank) (Ref : HO/ACEO(SD)/2026014). Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, you will join our top management in steering our strategic evolution, advancing service standards, and pioneering new social service initiatives.
Key Responsibilities :
- Formulate strategic planning, uphold high service standards, oversee service operation reviews.
- Monitor project milestones for the new service complex, collaborate effectively with government departments, and cultivate strategic partnerships with stakeholders.
- Explore, bid for, and execute new service initiatives to broaden organisation impact.
- Spearhead corporate communications, public relations, and fundraising campaigns to elevate stakeholder engagement and brand presence.
Who we are looking for :
- Bachelor's degree or above in Social Work, therapeutic disciplines, or a related field.
- At least 12 years of post-qualification experience in social services, including a minimum of 5 years at the SWO rank (preferably in youth, residential, or rehabilitation services). While operational experience is essential, we place higher value on your passion, commitment, and drive to embrace challenges and make a difference.
- Strong desire to lead constructive change in the social service sector, ideal for leaders looking to move beyond past circumstantial constraints, unleash full potential, and strive for excellence.
- Proven experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams, managing complex projects, navigating crisis situations, spearheading competitive service bids, and building partnerships with government bodies, donors, and community leaders.
- Strong passion for inspiring diverse teams, fostering a collaborative culture, and enthusiastically driving organizational evolution.
- Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese to engage warmly and effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Enquiries
If you share our dedication to empowering children, youth and persons with disabilities through innovative service development, we sincerely invite you to join our dynamic family and shape the future of social services. Please submit your cover letter, detailed resume, expected salary and availability to Ms Erica Ho at hradmm@hksas.org.hk on or before 1 October 2026.
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