Assistant Director, Talent Development and Engagement

Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation • Island, KY

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About The Position

As part of HKSTP’s Talents & Human Resources Division, the Assistant Director, Talent Development and Engagement is a leader within the Talent team at the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP). The role drives, oversees, and expands learning and training ecosystems that equip graduates, postgraduates, and early-career technology professionals with technical and commercial skills needed by the park’s 1,700+ partner companies.

The role develops learning and upskilling frameworks that bridge academic institutions and industrial practice, particularly in areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Life & Health Technologies, Micro-Electronics, and GreenTech. It is also accountable for building and maintaining a long-term talent community, using ongoing engagement to encourage innovators to establish careers in Hong Kong’s Innovation and Technology ecosystem.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or above, preferably in Business, Human Resources, Social Science, or a related field.
• At least 15 years of relevant work experience, including 3–5 years at a senior team leader level leading corporate Learning & Development, ecosystem building, or large-scale community design.
• Proficiency in analytics, Learning Management Systems (LMS), and feedback metrics to improve program offerings.
• Capability in community architecture, digital audience engagement tools, and managing large offline and online networks.
• Demonstrable experience creating, scaling, and deploying bootcamps, young professional networks, or graduate training programmes from scratch.
• Ability to initiate new work and think strategically while also planning and executing projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proven team leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to multitask, and ability to perform under tight schedules.
• Ability to build rapport with internal and external stakeholders at varying levels, from senior management to functional teams.
• Effective written and spoken command of English, Mandarin, and Cantonese.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in or closely with corporate innovation arms or public development agencies.
• An extensive network in the I&T and/or tertiary education sectors in the Greater Bay Area, Chinese Mainland, or overseas.
• High adaptability, entrepreneurial spirit, and a strong personal passion for nurturing the next generation of technology talent.

Responsibilities

• Drive, oversee, and expand the Learning and Training function for young talents and technology professionals.
• Develop, execute, and evolve technology-focused upskilling frameworks and learning best practices.
• Curate localized emerging-technology training paths and oversee professional masterclasses, technical workshops, and industry certifications.
• Oversee specialized graduate pathways, including business-readiness training and cross-disciplinary mentorship for graduate, master’s, and doctorate talent.
• Source, evaluate, and manage relationships with external technical trainers, academic experts, and digital learning platforms.
• Design and execute a community strategy engaging students, researchers, alumni, and park professionals, and encourage participants to become active ecosystem contributors.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to provide career counseling, career-matching clinics, and professional development networks for young talent.
• Create feedback channels connecting community members with technology startup founders, research leads, and venture capital partners.
• Collaborate with the Employer Brand team on content, visual storytelling, and digital campaigns promoting the park’s workplace culture.
• Set and evaluate KPIs, including program enrollment, talent conversion into park entities, and long-term retention after training.
• Establish, monitor, and report annual learning project allocations, operational costs, procurement, and resource distribution.

Benefits

• Unique Work.Live.Play.Learn culture in Hong Kong’s largest Innovation & Technology ecosystem.
• 5-day work week.
• Attractive annual leave and additional special leave.
• Medical benefits, including dental coverage and an annual check-up from Day 1, with extended coverage for dependents.
• Professional training and career advancement opportunities.
• Access to various bus services connecting different locations in Hong Kong.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior