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Hong Kong Blind Union was established in 1964. It is the first self-help group organized and managed by people with visual impairment. It aims at promoting the spirit of self-help and mutual-help as well as striving for equality, opportunities and independence for visually impaired persons.

Nearly half of the staff members of Hong Kong Blind Union are visually impaired persons. We have adopted a preferential recruitment policy for people with visual impairment, enabling them to develop to their full potential. Visually impaired candidates who meet the basic entry requirements for a post will automatically be invited to attend the selection interview/test. Candidates with visual impairment found suitable for employment will be given preference for an appointment over other applicants.

We value talent development. We provide training subsidy, birthday leave, family leave, paternal leave, medical insurance and MPF voluntary contributions, etc. to employees. 

 

We are recruiting the following vacancies:

 

Services Centre:
The scope of work of the Services Centre is closely related to the life of visually impaired persons (VIPS), including recreational, sports and cultural activities, life adaptation and services for the newly blind. The objectives are to help them live independently and enable them to integrate into the community. We are recruiting the following vacancies:

 

Vacancy 1: Executive Assistant / Program Organizer (Ref.: SC/2023/05)

Chinese version only.

 

Vacancy 2: Social Worker / Project Officer (Ref.: SC/2023/04)

Chinese version only.

 

 

Accessible Digital Technology Centre:
The Accessible Digital Technology Centre aims at improving daily lives of visually impaired persons (VIPs) with the use of technology. Our work scope includes the development of assistive aids, technical support and training, promotion of accessible technology design and application, and provision of support and consultancy services to organisations and needy individuals. We are recruiting the following vacancy:

 

Vacancy 1: Assistant IT Officer / IT Assistant (Ref.: IT/2023/01)

Responsibilities: 
-    Installation, configuration, and maintenance of IT equipment and computer software and hardware.
-    Handling inquiries about information technology and providing technical support.
-    Supporting and guiding users in the use of technology products.
-    Assisting in organizing IT-related training.

Applicants must possess the following qualifications:
-    Holding a recognized diploma or equivalent qualification in information technology.
-    Having good knowledge of the internet and familiarity with computer and other IT network setups.
-    Having a minimum of 2 years of relevant IT experience.
-    Good interpersonal relationships and communication skills.
-    Proficiency in written and spoken English and Chinese.
-    Candidates with less experience may be considered for the position of IT Assistant.

Application with full resume, including expected salary and earliest availability should be sent to the Executive Manager of the Blind Union through email to info@hkbu.org.hk by 31 March 2024.

 

Accessibility Services Office:

Blind Union has implemented different innovative projects to promote inclusion and provide supportive services for people in need with sponsorship from various foundations. The projects that are currently implemented include the Jockey Club E-Learning For All project, Jockey Club Sports Programmes with Audio-description Service and SWD-funded Music Specialist Training Programme –the“Seeing Joy in Music” Project. We are recruiting the following vacancy:

 

Vacancy 1: Project Officer (Ref.: ASO/2023/02)

Chinese version only.