Looking to join the civil service in Hong Kong? Here are four prominent roles to consider:
- Administrative Officer: An elite corp member responsible for policy drafting.
- Executive Officer II: Specializes in resource and system management.
- Assistant Trade Officer II: Assists in research on trade and technology matters.
- Transport Officer II: Analyzes public transport operations.
2. What’s the Pay Like?
Administrative officers enjoy lucrative packages starting from HK$60,065 per month, while executive officers, trade officers, and transport officers earn between HK$32,430 and HK$34,060 monthly.
Government positions offer competitive salaries compared to other market jobs.
3. Joining Requirements
Applicants need a bachelor’s degree and must pass the Common Recruitment Examination (CRE), testing English, Chinese, aptitude, Basic Law, and national security knowledge.
Registration for the CRE and test is open till August 9, with exams scheduled for October 5.
4. Competition and Job Appeal
In 2023, high numbers of applications were received for various civil service roles, drawing attention to the competitive nature of these positions and the changing job appeal among young Hongkongers.