Chief Corporate Development Officer (Ref#CCDO260902J)

Hong Kong Cyberport Management Co Ltd; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 3,000,000 - 5,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited seeks a high‑caliber Chief Corporate Development Officer to lead corporate development, business expansion, and strategic marketing initiatives in Hong Kong's ICT ecosystem.

The role reports to the CEO and collaborates with the Board to foster partnerships with government bodies, global tech firms, startups and academia, strengthening Cyberport’s international standing.

Qualifications

• Experience in public affairs and government relations.
• Proven track record in crisis communications and media relations.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and strategic marketing initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and drive Cyberport’s corporate development strategy to attract tech enterprises and tenants.
• Cultivate strategic networks with government, industry, academia, and international partners to accelerate growth.
• Identify and execute new commercial opportunities and secure funding through PPPs, sponsorships, donations, and new revenue streams.
• Support market development of emerging technology applications.
• Elevate Cyberport’s brand and drive global visibility of its ecosystem and innovations.
• Lead integrated marketing strategies and flagship ICT events to position Cyberport as a leading hub.
• Develop and implement public affairs programs and engage with stakeholders at high levels.
• Provide strategic messaging support to the CEO and Board for communications and crisis management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Public affairs

Crisis communications

Stakeholder engagement

Government liaison

Strategic leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Innovation & Technology / Corporate Communications / Public Policy

Job description

Chief Corporate Development Officer (Ref#CCDO260902J)

Being part of the executive management team leading three core functional pillars – Business Development, Corporate Communications & External Relations and Marketing, the Chief Corporate Development Officer (CCDO) will foster synergies between government bodies, global tech enterprises, startups, and the wider Hong Kong community to solidify Hong Kong’s position as a premier international Innovation & Technology Hub. This role will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and support the Board of Directors.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate Cyberport’s overall corporate development strategy, actively recruiting high-potential technology enterprises and tech-savvy tenants from Mainland China and overseas to strengthen Hong Kong’s position as a global ICT hub;
• Cultivate and expand strategic networks across local and international technology, corporate, and academic partners to accelerate growth for the company, its community, and local digital entrepreneurs;
• Identify and execute new commercial opportunities and secure alternative funding through Public-Private Partnerships, commercial sponsorships, donations, and new revenue streams;
• Support the market development of emerging technology applications;
• Elevate Cyberport's brand equity locally and globally while driving market awareness of the breakthrough technologies and solutions developed by Cyberport/community companies;
• Direct comprehensive marketing strategies and world-class ICT flagship events to showcase the technology ecosystem and position the company as a leading international ICT hub player;
• Formulate integrated public relations and community engagement programs to foster a vibrant, collaborative, and inclusive ICT ecosystem;
• Lead corporate public affairs in supporting the Board Chairman and C-level executives with strategic messaging, media engagements, stakeholder relations, and high-level crisis management;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High political acumen, strategic vision, strong integrity, and a passion for driving community and economic growth through technology;
• Exceptional track record in public affairs, crisis communications, media relations, and high-level stakeholder engagement (including government bureaus and industry leaders);
• Proven track record leading cross-functional teams within public bodies, government-subvented organizations, statutory boards, or major technology enterprises in Hong Kong;
• Good working knowledge of emerging technology applications and the ability to support the development of this market segment;
• Deep understanding of the Hong Kong, Greater Bay Area (GBA), and global technology ecosystems, including tenancy attraction, startup incubation, and commercialization models;
• Strong grasp of government subvention frameworks, public funding mechanisms, statutory compliance, and public accountability;
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive leadership experience in corporate development, business development, corporate affairs, or strategic marketing within reputable, sizable organizations in the public or private sector;
• Degree in Business Administration, Innovation & Technology, Corporate Communications, Public Policy, or a related discipline;
• Excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua)

The position is on a fixed-term contract, renewal depends on performance and operation needs.

Further information about the Cyberport is available at https://cyberport.hk/

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Cyberport is a creative digital community with more than 2100 community members. It is managed by Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited which is wholly-owned by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. With a vision to build a legacy of entrepreneurial excellence that establishes Cyberport as a leading global innovation and technology hub, Cyberport is committed to facilitating the local economy by nurturing digital industry start-ups and entrepreneurs, driving collaboration to pool resources and create business opportunities, and accelerating digital adoption through strategic initiatives and partnerships and venture capital investment.