The Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) has announced that its current job vacancy rate remains steady at around 7 percent, consistent with previous years. The agency is aiming to recruit 10 Commission Against Corruption Officers and 40 Assistant Commission Against Corruption Officers in its latest hiring drive.
Paul Lau Chi-ho, Director of the Hong Kong International Academy Against Corruption, stated that there are no plans to lower the entry requirements for ICAC recruits, emphasizing the agency’s commitment to maintaining high professional standards.
The recruitment campaign runs from March 2 to March 23, with written tests scheduled for next month, assessments in June, and final interviews in July. Successful candidates are expected to begin work early next year.
Lau described the current recruitment situation as positive, expressing hope that all existing vacancies will be filled in due course.
Lau noted that starting in 2024, the ICAC reformed its induction training. Newly recruited officers must now complete a 20-week Professional Diploma in Anti-Corruption, which covers anti-corruption regimes in Hong Kong, mainland China, and internationally, as well as ICAC operations, bribery laws, law enforcement procedures, and public education.
He added that two cohorts of new officers have already completed the updated training program.
To promote its work and attract new talent, the ICAC is hosting a recruitment experience day this weekend, offering the public insight into anti-corruption operations and the agency’s mission.
Authorities reported an overwhelming response, with more than 1,000 people registering for the event by the second day—prompting a lottery selection process. Of those, over 80 percent opted to participate in a physical fitness test to determine their suitability for the anti-corruption roles.
