This photo shows the Office of the Ombudsman in Hong Kong. (PHOTO COURTESY OF THE OFFICE OF THE OMBUDSMAN)

HONG KONG – The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government on Saturday launched an open recruitment exercise for the post of the Ombudsman.

The post of the Ombudsman is open for applications through July 28, the government said in a statement. Advertisements for the post were published in newspapers Saturday. 

The new term of office of the Ombudsman will start on April 1, 2024. 

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The primary function of the Ombudsman is to investigate, whether upon complaint or on his/her initiative, the alleged maladministration of government departments and the public authorities and organizations which are under the jurisdiction of the Ombudsman.

Aspirant candidates for the position must have Hong Kong permanent residency, at least 15 years of experience in public administration, professional practice or private sector management at a senior level and previous experience in public or community service in Hong Kong.

Applications should be submitted to the Administration Wing of the Chief Secretary for Administration's Office at 19/F, West Wing, Central Government Offices, 2 Tim Mei Avenue, Tamar, Hong Kong. 

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The Chief Executive has appointed a Selection Board for this recruitment exercise. The Chief Secretary for Administration will chair the board, while Chan Kin-por, Frank Chan Fan and the Director of Administration will serve as members.