Deputy Executive Manager, Charities (Inclusive Education)

The Hong Kong Jockey Club

Founded in 1884, The Hong Kong Jockey Club ("the Club") is a world-class horse sports and entertainment organisation that acts continuously for the betterment of our society. The Club has a unique value creation model, through which the Club generates sustainable economic and social value for the benefit of the community and supports the HKSAR Government in combatting illegal gambling. The Club is Hong Kong’s largest single taxpayer and one of the city’s major employers. Its Charities Trust is one of the world’s leading charity donors.

The Division

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

• Provide thought-leadership and drive initiatives that promote inclusivity within school environments and sustainable inclusive education practices; collaborate closely with a cross-disciplinary project team, including educational psychologists, occupational therapists, academics, government representatives, and TIP co-creators, to build alignment and synergy across stakeholders, and advance an inclusive learning culture through strengths based intervention approaches that support the holistic development and success of diverse learners. 
• Oversee the design, development, and implementation of the Project’s key interventions, including a technology-assisted student portfolio platform that translates theory into practice, the establishment of an inclusive environment across participating schools, comprehensive capacity-building programmes for teachers, parents and students, as well as research and evaluation initiatives; coordinate and engage internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective implementation, impact measurement, long-term sustainability, and sector-wide adoption of these interventions. 
• Perform the strategic portfolio management by overseeing other Trust supported strategic “Education, Children & Youth in Families, Fairer Opportunities” initiatives to amplify impact of the TIP and other related grants; consolidate learning insights for sharing with relevant stakeholders on a regular basis and develop new grants as needed to actualise emerging potentials. 
• Develop stakeholder engagement strategies, engage and manage internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective delivery and facilitate sustainable development of programme impact; establish local and global collaborative networks to foster cross learning and amplify project’s impact. Engage government officials to facilitate impact creation and system change. 
• Develop and implement project governance and controls to ensure effective execution, including managing the advisory committee, the incubation and supporting partners, and various taskforce groups.
• Monitor the progress of anticipated output and outcome, budget spending, handle budget virements and manage project evaluation and impact assessment.
• Prepare papers and compile statistical/ financial /progress report, as well as report on special situation and make recommendations to Management and/or Board of Trustees.
• Contribute towards an enhanced Club image through supporting promotional and publicity functions of Trust's charity works. Represent the Trust in activities related to the TIP including ceremonies, and related functions as part of the ongoing monitoring process and stakeholder engagements.
• Assist in and contribute to the efficient and effective management of the Department in fulfilling its role as an executive arm of the Trust, including professional development of Charities Manager and Officers.

About You

• Minimum of 10-12 years' relevant work experience, with 7 years at mid senior level, preferably in education, social sciences, charity or related disciplines; candidates with a PGDE/PGCE in Primary Education with SEN training or a recognized training qualification in Special Child Care Work would be an added advantage.
• Proven track record and experience managing complex and /or large-scale projects
• Knowledge of research, evaluation and data analysis is a big plus
• Demonstrate passion, experience and insight in the changing need of the youth population
• Extensive experience in dealing with different stakeholders, such as government officials, NGOs, consultants, business, branding agencies etc. 

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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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