Employee Favourable Environment
We are committed to creating a favourable and engaging workplace for our community of over 3,000 University staff members. Our values are rooted in promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities and actively engage our diverse workforce, recognising that everyone’s unique perspectives contribute to an outstanding work environment. We strive to ensure fair treatment and equal access to opportunities and resources for all.
To further enhance employees’ work experience, we offer a variety of engagement activities and programmes designed to bring enthusiasm and energy to everyday work life.
Creating a Favourable Workplace
By fostering a caring and harmonious environment, we implement a series of measures to build a favourable campus that allows every staff member in the HKBU to work, thrive, and shine.
Charters and Pledges
Good Employer Charter
Say Yes to Breastfeeding
Joyful@Healthy Workplace
Inclusive Organisation
Family-freindly and Inclusive Culture
Enhanced Leave Provisions
To address the diverse needs of staff, eligible staff members are entitled to maternity or paternity leave as well as associated medical benefits, in accordance with the University's policies and regulations. The University also provides marriage leave. Additionally, compassionate leave is available with more relaxed eligibility criteria.
As a family-friendly organisation, we help employees balance childcare and work by offering breastfeeding facilities and lactation breaks, making parenting compatible with their jobs. Our efforts have been recognised by organisations, such as UNICEF.
Flexible Work Arrangement
We offer flexble work arrangement to provide staff members with flexilibity to effectively balance their family responsibilites, personal life arrangements and support their career pursuits, thereby promoting overall well-being.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all University members, regardless of identity or background. Everyone is entitled to respect and fair treatment, and the University maintains zero tolerance for discrimination or harassment.
Policy and Compliance
We highly respect privacy and take our obligations to safeguard personal data seriously. We maintain its security and follow comprehensive protection measures to ensure the legitimate use of personal data. This is done to protect individuals’ rights, ensure legal compliance, and maintain trust in our operations.
Anti-Discrimination
It is of paramount importance to create a University community that is free from discrimination. We firmly prohibit discrimination against any individual on the grounds of sex, marital status, pregnancy, disability, family status, or race. In accordance with Hong Kong’s anti-discrimination ordinances, we put in place prevention measures to reduce the risk of such behaviour by all means
The University is included in the Schedule to the Prevention of Bribery Ordinance (Cap. 201) as a "public body". All employees must be wary of any "advantage" offered to him/her and which could in any way be connected with the performance of his/her duties as a University staff.
Occupational Health and Safety
We work proactively to prevent hazards and respond promptly to any concerns, safeguarding the well-being of everyone on campus. Our commitment is to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all staff members by implementing rigorous safety measures, conducting regular risk assessments, and providing ongoing training.
Risk Management
The University is committed to maintaining a comprehensive risk management framework that supports the strategic and operational objectives set out in the Institutional Strategic Plan. The framework guides prompt and effective action to address risks and opportunities that may affect our community and activities.
Compliance with University Policies & Procedures
The University is dedicated to ensuring staff compliance with its policies and procedures by providing clear guidelines, training, and support. Through a culture of accountability and professionalism, we promote a positive and well-governed workplace where all staff members can perform at their best and support the University’s mission.
Engaging Our People
Supporting Sustainability at Work
The United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) call for global efforts toward a better and more sustainable future. As one of the key drivers of sustainability within HKBU, the Human Resources Office has launched "SDGs@HRO" to foster sustainable HR practices and engages the university community in exploring sustainability, social issues, and best practices relevant to Hong Kong, China, within a global context.
Promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Through a variety of equity and inclusion initiatives, we actively promote mutual understanding and diversity, engaging with minority groups to cultivate a workplace culture where everyone feels valued and respected.
Prioritising Holistic Wellness
We support the holistic well-being of our staff members by ensuring a safe work environment, encouraging physical activity through employee fitness programme and free access to sports venues, and offering mental wellness resources like mental health first aid course and the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to help with personal and professional challenges.
Enjoyable Moments in HKBU
We organise employee engagement activities throughout the year to provide our staff memebrs with meaningful opportunities to connect, collaborate, and actively engage with each other. Activities included a diverse selection of interest classes, festive and summer activities.