Application Deadline | \: | 28 October 2026 |
Date of Issue | \: | 15 October 2026 |
Vacancy Notification Circular No. HKCH2610004
Position\: Department Operations Manager (Paediatrics & Adolescent Medicine), HKCH [For Serving HA Staff Only]
Hospital / Cluster \: Hong Kong Children’s Hospital, Kowloon Central Cluster
Pay\: HK$97,787 to HK$116,855 (HMPS point 9 to 14) per month including Monthly Allowance
[An additional monthly Managerial Responsibility Allowance of HK$2,000]
Up to 15% of total basic salary (after deducting the contribution of Mandatory Provident Fund by Hospital Authority) as end-of-contract gratuity may be offered to contract staff upon completion of the contract subject to satisfactory performance.
Key Responsibilities\: 1. | Make planning in service rationalization and development within the cluster in accordance with the directions and annual plan of HA. | 2. | Assist in the development and implementation of organization policies and plans, provide input in the formation of policies of the department/units. | 3. | Develop clinical department plans and budgets. | 4. | Manage operational activities of the clinical department/units. | 5. | Be responsible for resources and financial management of the clinical department/units. | 6. | Implement and evaluate the recruitment, deployment and retention strategies for staff. | 7. | Maintain quality assurance in the delivery of patient care of the clinical department/units. | 8. | Lead the development, implementation and evaluation of nursing policies and standards within the department/units. | 9. | Facilitate and participate in the development of nursing profession. |
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Entry Requirements\:
1. | Holder of a valid Registered Nurse practicing certificate issued by the Nursing Council of Hong Kong. |
2. | Qualification in advanced nursing specialty*. |
3. | 10 years or more post-registration experience of which at least 5 years is in a management role. |
| *Qualification in advanced nursing specialty refers to recognized post-registration certificate, or
post-graduate certificate/diploma course in nursing specialty, or Master in nursing# or related
discipline with considerable coverage on a relevant nursing specialty. # Only post-registration Master in nursing programmes are accepted |
Preferred Attributes / Exposure\: 1. | Demonstrated ability in advanced managerial skills with track record of excellence in health care management and contributions to professional development including research/evidence-based practice, teaching and training. | 2. | A Master degree in nursing or related discipline. | 3. | Qualification in management*. | | * Qualification in Management refers to post-graduate certificate/diploma or Master in health service related management, or Master in nursing# or other discipline with considerable coverage on health service related management. # Only post-registration Master in nursing programmes are accepted |
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Remarks\: 1. | An action plan should be submitted together with the application. In not more than 1500 words, write an action plan on the topic “As a Department Operations Manager, identify the key challenges of Hong Kong Children’s Hospital in the next 3 to 5 years from the department perspective and recommend strategies to strengthen integrated paediatric services, nurture the nursing workforce, and support sustainable high-quality care.” The action plan is a part of the selection process. If you do not submit the action plan, your application may not be considered. | | 2. | Please refer to https\://www.ha.org.hk/haho/ho/hrd_jv/NotestoApplicants.pdf for “Notes to Applicants”. | | 3. | Please submit application on-line with full curriculum vitae on or before 28 October 2026. For enquiries, please telephone 3513 3310 or 3513 3302. |
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