Manager, Charities (Sports Facilities Enhancement Programmes)

The Hong Kong Jockey Club

Founded in 1884, The Hong Kong Jockey Club (“the Club”) is a world-class racing club that acts continuously for the betterment of our society. The Club has a unique integrated business model, comprising racing and racecourse entertainment, a membership club, responsible sports wagering and lottery, and charities and community contribution. Through this model, the Club generates economic and social value for the community and supports the HKSAR Government in combatting illegal gambling.

The Department

The Charities and Community (C&C) Division manages strategic planning, grant donations, impactful project initiation, community engagement, and the day-to-day operations of the HKJC Charities Trust. C&C works with the Government, NGOs, and community partners to proactively identify root causes of social issues and address them through innovative approaches and cross-sectoral collaboration.

The Job

• Support Deputy Executive Manager and/or Senior Manager to ensure effective execution of the sports facilities enhancement programmes, including but not limited to the implementation of all the required project governance and controls, preparation of reports, and maintenance of records for the Club's management team and Charities Trust's review
• Develop the project plans and implementation details for initiatives under the sports facilities enhancement programmes, including the tasks, deliverables, schedules and resources required, and maintain a repository of documentation for project governance and audit purposes, including but not limited to funding proposals, agreements, progress reports, meeting minutes, and project publications, etc.
• Monitor the delivery and effectiveness of the project's activities to ensure that they are in line with the project objectives, timelines, and work closely with external project partners to ensure deliverables are in accordance with specifications, schedules and expectations
• Plan and monitor matters related to finance (budget monitoring), purchasing and supplies functions (e.g., handling procurement and coordinating contracts and milestone payments to related vendors)
• Work with Deputy Executive Manager and/or Senior Manager to design and implement stakeholder engagement and publicity strategies, including liaison with industry partners, government, community leaders, and to promote the project to the general public
• Provide administrative support for meeting daily operational, functional, and reporting requirements, including but not limited to preparing progress and financial reports, internal procurement and audit procedures, maintaining comprehensive project documentation, providing secretariat support for the Project Advisory Committee and the sub-committees/working groups of the project
• Conduct research on social issues in order to support the development of new projects or themes (including literature review, industry data analysis, and discussion with potential project partners)
• Participate in ad-hoc projects and prepare presentation materials, speeches, and carry out other duties as directed by management

About You

• Bachelor's degree or above in construction management/engineering, sports management, business administration or related fields
• A minimum of 6 years’ relevant experience, preferably in the social welfare, sports/public administration or charity and grant-making field
• Experience in dealing/working with or working with the government, district boards, NGOs, the education sector and professional bodies would be an added advantage
• Experience in the technical aspects of sports facility construction or revitalisation is a significant asset
• Strong ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across diverse functions
• Strong project planning, development and management capabilities
• Knowledge of government policies and community service needs, with particular insight into local sports development, especially football
• Good written communication skills (both English and Chinese)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint is preferred

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Equal Opportunity and Inclusive Hiring

We are an equal opportunity employer and strive to create an inclusive workplace for all. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are welcomed to apply. If you have any special needs or require accommodations during the interview process, please e-mail us via careers@hkjc.org.hk. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the Club's notice to employees and job applicants relating to the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance. A copy of which will be provided immediately upon request.