Senior Manager, Conference Programme (Charities) - 9 Months' Contract

Job Summary

The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust is organising PBC 2026, our flagship international philanthropy conference bringing together global thought leaders, practitioners, and changemakers to advance urban philanthropy and social innovation.

We are looking for a seasoned professional with a strong background in the public, social, or philanthropy sector to lead content development and speaker management of this large-scale international conference. This role will drive programme curation in partnership with external consultants, manage speaker liaison, and ensure top-quality delivery across all conference deliverables.

This is a unique opportunity for a dedicated individual with proven experience in conference management to shape a high-impact international platform for philanthropy and social innovation.

The Job

You will:

• Lead content curation, research, and programme development alongside internal teams and external consultants, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and thematic coherence (including the Main Forum and Fellowship Programme)
• Manage full-cycle of speaker engagement – from outreach to pre-event briefings and on-site coordination, ensuring speakers are well-prepared and aligned on session objectives
• Act as a primary contact with management, key stakeholders, high-profile and international speakers,
• Ensure quality of bilingual communications and marketing materials, from speakers briefing notes to social media contents
• Provide strategic input on risk management and contingencies related to speakers and programme, including on-site operations, speaker hospitality, and session management

About You

You should have:

• A University degree in a relevant field such as Communications, Marketing, Hospitality, or a related discipline
• A minimum of 8-10 years of relevant experience in brand management, marketing, customer service, or event management at a managerial level
• Proven experience in developing communication projects and managing major events, along with establishing relationships and liaising with clients, guests, or members
• Proven track record in conference or event management, preferably within the public, social, academic, or philanthropy sectors
• Strong content curation and research skills with ability to create compelling, thematically coherent programmes aligned with current trends and interests
• Outstanding organisational and interpersonal skills, with experience working closely with senior leaders, international speakers, and diverse functional teams
• Knowledge of customer service trends and best practices in service-related industries
• Strategic mindset with an eye for detail and ability to manage multiple workstreams
• Passionate about philanthropy, social innovation, and fostering international collaboration
• Excellent bilingual communication skills (English and Chinese)

Terms of Employment

The level of appointment will be commensurate with qualification and experience.

How to Apply

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