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About EXCEL Extending Performing Arts for All ! About EXCEL / Join Us / Join Us EXCEL (Extension and Continuing Education for Life) provides high quality performing arts education through short courses, full-time programmes, customised workshops, and performance-based productions. We are now seeking high calibre candidates to join our growing team. If you enjoy performing arts, good at administration, and share our vision in bringing community impact through performing arts and education, we would love to hear from you! EXCEL is a non-profit making subsidiary of HKAPA. Assistant Programme Manager We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Programme Manager to support our Programme Team in managing internal and external liaisons and supervising Programme Coordinators and Programme Assistants. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the successful execution of EXCEL’s diverse performing arts programmes and contribute to innovative education initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Assist the Programme Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the Programme Team, including supervision and guidance for Programme Coordinators and Programme Assistants, ensuring smooth operations. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate effective programme delivery and promotion, including scheduling courses, arranging venues, coordinating with artists, and planning marketing updates. Manage participant-related matters such as attendance records, evaluations, communication, and the issuance of notices. Support the planning and scheduling of freelance teaching and production members and oversee their coordination. Assist with promotional activities by coordinating with videographers and photographers for marketing and outreach efforts to enhance programme visibility. Supervise courses or programmes registration management and report on enrolment status to the Programme Manager in a timely manner. Assist in sales tracking, budget monitoring, reporting, and resource allocation under the Programme Manager’s guidance. Collaborate with various departments and assist the Programme Manager in executing programmes. Requirements: University graduate in business, arts management, or a related field. A minimum of 5 years of experience in programme coordination, arts administration, or customer service, preferably in the arts, culture, or tourism industry. Candidates with less experience may be considered for a Programme Coordinator role. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with diverse stakeholders. Prior supervisory experience in managing assistants, coordinators, or part-time staff is a plus. Strong sense of responsibility, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in spoken and written English and Chinese. Competency in computer software, including Zoom, Teams, and MS Office; knowledge of image or video editing is a plus. A collaborative team player who can multitask and is willing to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays, as required by the programme. Immediate availability is an advantage. Terms of Appointment Appointment will be made on a two-year fixed-term contract. Contract may be extended at the end of two years with satisfactory performance. Salary offered will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include: Medical benefits Annual Leave Mandatory provident fund End of contract gratuity Please send your application together with a CV, availability, and expected salary to the HR Manager, Extension and Continuing Education for Life (EXCEL) quoting “APM Application” in the subject at hr.excel@hkapa.edu . Applications are open until the post is filled. Part-time Course Operation Assistants Part-time Course Operation Assistants are needed to support the part-time performing arts learning courses provided by HKAPA EXCEL. Duties and Responsibilities: Prepare and provide operational & logistical support such as class set up, equipment preparation, and live support to different courses and programmes. Handle phone calls and walk-in enquiries Handle course enrolments Liaise with students, tutors, or parents on course arrangement. Provide general administrative and clerical support such as data entry, stock check, etc. Perform ad hoc task requests as assigned by supervisor. Requirements: Good command of English, Putonghua and Cantonese Proficiency in MS Office applications (including MS Word, Excel and Chinese Word Processing) Good Communication and Interpersonal Skills Experience in learning centre support or knowledge in AV equipment is an advantage Work Place: HKAPA Wanchai Campus or other hired venue Work Time: at least 3 hours each time in the evenings, Sat, Sun, or public holidays. Part-time Salary: $75 per hour Please email your detailed CV to hr.excel@hkapa.edu EXCEL is an equal opportunity employer. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment-related purposes only. About EXCEL Study @ EXCEL Board of Governors Have a Question? Contact Us

Frequently Asked Questions Curriculum Dancing Jazz Dance Tap Dance Academic Subjects The Performing Arts Industry Professional Development Musical Theatre History in Practice Singing Singing Vocal Repertoire Drama Acting Entry requirement Applicants must be 16 years old or above, have completed HKDSE or equivalent, and pass the subject of English Language; or non-local qualifications such as a GCE AL, IB Diploma; High School Graduation Diploma or SAT, etc… All candidates must pass an audition. Experience in acting, singing and dancing will be an advantage. Application Procedures Complete an application form and return it with the following documents to HKAPA EXCEL, 1 Gloucester Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong. Completed application form. A headshot-to-waist photo and a full-body photo. Photocopy(ies) of academic and/or professional qualifications. A photocopy of identification document (HKID card or passport). A cheque for application fee payable to “EXCEL Ltd.” Audition Applicants will be invited to attend an audition. Candidates need to prepare the following: A one-minute presentation of monologue from any plays. A one-minute presentation of a song from any musicals or related styles. Candidates must provide their own pianist or prepare an MMO in CD format. At the audition, candidates will be taught a series of dance combinations and requested to present it before the panel of judges. A cheque of the Registration Fee payable to “EXCEL Ltd.” on or before the audition. (Registration Fee will be banked in when the student is accepted; the cheque will be returned to unsuccessful applicants. Candidates without Registration Fee payment cheque will not be auditioned.) EXCEL will inform applicants audition date and time by email in due course. Result will be released via email. Enquire mt.excel@hkapa.edu Download Brochure Have a Question? Contact Us

Short Courses Explore dynamic programmes at EXCEL. Study Programme / Short Course / All Short Courses Study Areas All Dance Film & TV Quick View From Story to Screen: Introduction to Storyboarding Quick View Filmmaking 101: A Beginner's Guide to Film Production Quick View Introduction to Film Directing Quick View Intermediate Ballet Quick View Theatre Jazz Quick View Chinese Folk Dance - Korean Sword Dance Quick View Tap for Rhythm: Learn to Dance in 7 Classes Quick View Progressive Ballet Quick View Foundation Ballet Quick View Elementary Chinese Classical Dance and Shen Yun Quick View Argentine Tango (Level 1)