Deputy Director, Collection and Learning, Hong Kong Palace Museum

The Hong Kong Palace Museum (HKPM) is a dedicated museum that showcases the exquisite artefacts from Palace Museum’s collections and collaborates with other museums in research, exhibitions, education and public programmes.  The museum comprises 7 800 square metres of gallery space for standing and special exhibitions on Palace Museum’s collections of paintings, calligraphy, antiquities and historical objects, as well as thematic displays on world cultures and civilisations. 

Reporting to the Museum Director, the Deputy Director, Collection and Learning, is responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of collection, conservation, learning, digital development and cultural exchange at HKPM. This leadership role requires a dynamic and visionary individual who can ensure the museum fulfils its mission of preserving and promoting Chinese art while fostering learning, community engagement and cultural exchange, and embracing innovation in the digital age.

You Will Be Responsible For:

• Collection and Conservation Management:•    Develop and implement strategies for the development and management of the museum's fast-growing collection, with world-class special holdings of Chinese gold ornaments, textiles and painting items, ensuring alignment with international best practices.•    Supervise the acquisition, cataloguing, digitization and care of artifacts and artworks while maintaining their historical and cultural integrity.•    Lead the new initiative to establish the Chinese Art Conservation Centre in HKPM with scholarly, educational and international partnership programmes. 
• Digital Development:•    Drive the building of a “smart museum” with the application of digital technologies and artificial intelligence to enhance exhibit interpretation, visitor experiences and venue operations.•    Oversee the digitization of the museum’s collection to increase accessibility and engagement worldwide.•    Promote innovative digital strategies to connect with new audiences and maintain the museum's relevance in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
• Learning and Engagement:
• •    Oversee the creation and delivery of educational programs, exhibitions, and workshops that inspire diverse audiences and promote lifelong learning.
• •    Ensure that museum initiatives are inclusive and accessible to the community, with an emphasis on engaging youth and underrepresented groups.
• •    Support partnerships with schools, universities, and cultural organisations to expand educational opportunities.
• Cultural Exchange:
• •    Lead efforts to establish and strengthen collaborations with domestic and international cultural institutions, fostering engaging exchanges and shared learning.
• •    Organise cultural events and programs that celebrate and explore the richness of Chinese art and history while building dialogues and bridges among world cultures.
• •    Advocate for the museum as a hub of cultural diplomacy and dialogue.

You Should Possess:

• Advanced degree in Fine Arts, History, Archaeology, Museum Studies, Conservation or a related field.
• At least 20 years of extensive experience in museum management, collection, conservation, education, or curatorial programming.
• Proven track record of leadership and project management in museums, with an ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Strong understanding of Chinese art and history, coupled with a global perspective.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written, in Chinese and English.
• Familiarity with emerging digital technologies and their applications in the museum sector.

For interested parties, please send your application letter on or before 10 October 2025, along with your CV, outlining your suitability for the role, expected salary and earliest availability. Please quote the name of the position to:

Ms Jenny Chung

Odgers

Rm 602, The Chinese Bank Building, 61-65 Des Voeux Road Central, Hong Kong

or apply via: wkcda-hkpm-ddcl@odgers.com

The review of applications will continue until the post is filled.

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For More Information

https://www.westk.hk/en/about-us/careers or contact Ms Jenny CHUNG at +(852) 2215 8688