Assistant Manager, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs

Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation • Island, KY

17h

About The Position

Assist to formulate and implement effective corporate communications strategies and public affairs initiatives to boost local & overseas awareness of the Corporation and its key programmes
Plan and execute the engagement strategies with stakeholders including journalists, editors, key opinion leaders, policymakers, legislators, and the public
Work independently or with external agencies to manage a comprehensive range of corporate communications and public relations activities, such as media events, releases, interviews, and media inquiry handling, etc.
Work closely with tech ventures and startups in Hong Kong Science Park and beyond to promote their innovations and leverage on their inventions to raise the overall profile of Hong Kong I&T ecosystem
Craft bilingual communications for senior executives, including speeches, presentations, byline articles etc.
Monitor media coverage, industry trends, and social media. Stay updated on best practices in corporate communications and contributing to media strategies.
Actively seek out-of-the-box opportunities to promote the corporation.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree preferaly in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Translation or equivalent
• At least 5 years of experience preferably with proven record of collaboration with government departments, District Councils, and political parties
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment
• Good team player with strong analytical, problem solving, communication, and inter-personal skills
• Excellent in both spoken and written English and Chinese including Putonghua
• Occasionally traveling to Mainland China and overseas are required

Nice To Haves

• Higher education or professional qualifications with less experience will also be considered
• Prior experience in public statutory bodies / PR agencies are preferred
• Strong connection with Think Tank, local and international media

Responsibilities

• formulate and implement effective corporate communications strategies and public affairs initiatives
• plan and execute the engagement strategies with stakeholders
• manage a comprehensive range of corporate communications and public relations activities
• promote innovations and leverage on inventions
• craft bilingual communications for senior executives
• monitor media coverage, industry trends, and social media
• seek out-of-the-box opportunities to promote the corporation
• perform other duties as assigned

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 and annual check-up from Day-1, with extended coverage to dependent(s)
• Professional training and career advancement opportunities
• Accessible to various bus service with network across different locations in HK

What This Job Offers

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