Staff Welfare
PolyU believes that our employees are our greatest asset and the key to the University’s sustainable growth. To safeguard their rights and collective interests, we have put in place a number of human resource-related policies and guidelines which cover recruitment practices, equal opportunities, personal data privacy, as well as a staff code of conduct. These policies and guidelines are comprehensively communicated and made accessible to our staff to cultivate a fair, transparent, and competitive working culture. They also create and safeguard a positive work environment which respects all individuals and fosters everyone’s professional achievement and growth.
Equal Opportunities
PolyU believes in creating equal opportunities for all. We embrace social inclusion across the University campus. We support our diverse team, make sure that they are treated equally, and ensure that everyone is free to work without harassment or discrimination with respect to their gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, race, national or ethnic origin, family status or any other personal characteristics. Our employment decisions are based on the competence of candidates in terms of their qualifications, skills, and experience. Staff members who demonstrate aspiration and have the potential to take on extra job requirements are considered for promotion.
As an example of how we facilitate social integration, PolyU includes in our contract terms for an on-campus retail store that people with disabilities must make up at least one-third of the store’s staff. This initiative aims to provide employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and allow them to unleash their potential. The store also serves as a place where disabled people can interact with the public and practise their communication skills.
Benefits and Appraisal
We are committed to ensuring that all our staff members enjoy a rewarding career. The University recognizes the importance of recruiting and retaining talent by providing attractive remuneration packages, welfare and benefits, career advancement opportunities, and skills training for both academic and non-academic staff. Employees enjoy medical insurance, retirement benefits, maternity and paternity leave, compassionate leave and leave for staff development.
We value the work performed by our staff and reward them based on their performance. An annual performance appraisal is conducted to assess the quality of staff performance, facilitate staff development, and enable senior management to give recognition and appreciation based on staff performance and contributions.
Staff Consultation
The Polytechnic University Staff Association (PUSA) is a registered trade union recognized by PolyU. PUSA seeks to represent the interests of our staff on all matters, with special emphasis given to matters concerning their conditions of service. PUSA conveys members’ views and concerns to Senior Management and the Human Resources Office in regular liaison meetings and various University management committees.
PUSA also works with other units of the University to organize activities which encourage a healthy work-life balance and promote environmental or socio-political awareness to members.