Assistant Mainland Affairs Manager

The Hong Kong Jockey Club; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hong Kong Jockey Club is seeking a proactive professional to support stakeholder engagement and strategic initiatives related to Mainland Affairs. You will help coordinate engagement with government bodies, practitioners, and partners, contributing to the Club's sustainable development in the Mainland and its BAU operations.

Reporting to the Deputy Executive Manager, Mainland Affairs, the role emphasizes logistics, administrative support for trips and meetings, and ensuring alignment with

Qualifications

• Recognised university degree in Social Sciences, Public Administration, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Mainland Studies or related discipline.
• 3–5 years of relevant corporate administration/secretarial experience, preferably in Mainland affairs or government relations.
• Good communication skills and an outgoing personality.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Fast learner with ability to grasp internal financial protocols and administrative procedures.
• Proficient in written and spoken English and Chinese; Putonghua is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of stakeholder engagement initiatives with government authorities, industry practitioners and partners.
• Contribute to Mainland Development and BAU operations through effective engagement, coordination and follow-up actions.
• Provide logistical and administrative support for business trips, official visits and events involving government stakeholders.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare materials, manage expenses, sponsorships, and vendor engagement for the department's BAU and ad hoc projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Putonghua fluency

English & Chinese proficiency

Education

University degree in a relevant field

Job description

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.

Company description

The Hong Kong Jockey Club

Job description

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.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Deputy Executive Manager, Mainland Affairs, the post holder will provide logistical and clerical support for the department and team's efforts in formulating and executing strategic engagement initiatives with key stakeholders, including government authorities, industry practitioners, as well as community and enterprise partners, with a view to advancing the Club's sustainable development in the Mainland. The role will focus primarily on facilitating the team's and MA's engagement with relevant government authorities, thereby contributing to the Club's strategic programmes and BAU operations in the GBA.

The Job

• Support the planning and execution of stakeholder engagement initiatives at the GBA to promote mutual understanding, build trust, strengthen collaboration, and foster long-term strategic partnerships in support of the Club's Mainland operations and development.
• Support the Department's contribution to the Club's strategic initiatives, including Mainland Development and BAU operations, through effective stakeholder engagement, coordination and follow-up actions.
• Provide logistical and administrative support for business trips, official visits and events involving government stakeholders.
• Provide clerical and administrative support for the coordination of internal and external meetings, the preparation of meeting materials, financial administration (including expense claims and sponsorship/donation applications), service vendor engagement, and other activities related to the Department's BAU operations and ad hoc projects.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisors.

About You

• A recognised university degree in Social Sciences, Public Administration, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Mainland Studies, or a related discipline, preferably with relevant professional qualifications.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in corporate administration or secretarial roles, preferably related to Mainland affairs, government relations, external affairs, public relations, customer relations and/or journalism.
• Good communication skills and an outgoing personality.
• A team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• A fast learner with the ability to quickly grasp internal financial protocols and administrative procedures.
• A good command of written and spoken English and Chinese.
• Proficiency in Putonghua is essential.

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 @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.