Manager, External Affairs (Sports Development)

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 Division

The Corporate Affairs (CA) Division strengthens the strategic development and positioning of the Club as a world-class racing club and charity organisation, through engaging key stakeholders in both Hong Kong and the Mainland, and maintaining efficient and effective corporate communications.​​​

Job Summary

Reporting to Senior Manager, External Affairs (Sports Development) (“SMEA(SD)”), the post holder assists in:

• planning and Implementation of sport-related community projects to promote the positive image of the Club for the betterment of Hong Kong;
• execution of the Jockey Club Athlete Incentive Awards Scheme (“JCAIAS”) and its relevant events;
• building and maintaining a network of relationship with sports organisations, community partners and NGOs with high engagement value through sponsorship, and/or community projects and to achieve the goals set by SMEA(SD);
• administrative and logistics duties in corporate events and community projects.

The Job

• Support in planning and managing the Jockey Club Athlete Incentive Awards Scheme (“JCAIAS”) and sports-related projects, to promote the positive image of the Club in the community;
• Build and maintain relationship with external sports stakeholders, NGOs and local sports associations;
• Prepare written materials for JCAIAS and sports projects, including papers, budget, reports, meeting notes and function brief;
• Conduct desktop research and industry analyses related to sports development and issues relevant to the Club;
• Work with both internal and external parties on JCAIAS events and sports-related community projects/events;
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisors.

About You

• University graduated with a minimum of five years’ working experience in sports organisations, NGOs, project management, event management or public relations;
• Good knowledge of sports field in Hong Kong will be a definite advantage;
• Experience in planning and execution of sports-related events;
• Proven records of collaboration with government departments, local organisations, NGOs and sports associations;
• Ability to be a good team player with positive working and learning attitude, be conscious, meticulous and self–motivated and be able to work independently;
• Self-confidence with strong communications and interpersonal skills, a pleasant personality and interest in meeting people;
• Hands-on skills of MS Office and Powerpoint applications;
• High level of proficiency in written and spoken English and Chinese;
• Effective communication skill with people from all walks of life;
• Collaborative abilities in working with peers

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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.

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