Manager (Youth Development Service) (Ref No: YDS2026-019)

Leadingnation; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

MPF contribution

Discretionary incentive

Job summary

Hong Kong Red Cross seeks a strategic leader to head Youth Development Service at Head Office (West Kowloon). You will formulate strategic direction, lead a team of volunteers, and work with senior management to deliver humanitarian services and nurture youth leadership.

The role requires at least 5 years post-graduate experience in youth and volunteer service development, with 2 years in management. Fluency in English and Cantonese/Putonghua is expected; contract is 2 years with renewal, based

Qualifications

• Strategic-minded with vision and strong people management capabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills with stakeholders and partners.
• Proficient written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese/Putonghua).
• Candidates with less experience may be considered for Deputy Manager (Youth Development Service).

Responsibilities

• Formulate the strategic direction and plans for youth development at division level.
• Lead the development, execution and enhancement of youth services with volunteers and staff.
• Coach and supervise volunteer leaders to design service plans and training for youth.
• Oversee project implementation for university students and youth activities from Head Office.
• Develop humanitarian education programs to cultivate Red Cross knowledge among youth.
• Build relationships with youth groups, schools and NGOs for collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Bilingual English/Chinese

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work

Bachelor’s degree in other disciplines

Job description

• Formulate the strategic direction and plan in youth development
• Lead and coach a team of volunteer leaders to formulate service plans
• 5 years’ experience in youth and volunteer service development

Job Purpose:

The core purpose of this role is to provide leadership for Red Cross youth in Youth Development Service. S/he works closely with the Senior Manager/Head of Youth Development Service to lead development and execution of Red Cross youth team to support the HKRC in delivering its humanitarian services to fulfill its vision and mission. S/he will ensure effective implementation of the strategies and drive implementation and action to engage the new generation to participate in the Red Cross movement, so as to expand the extent to cultivate the Red Cross humanitarian value and nurture to be the leaders of Red Cross movement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Formulate the strategic direction and plan in youth development by providing situational analysis and proposing recommendations at division level, in line with the corporate strategic direction, together with the Senior Manager/Head of Youth Development Service
• Lead the development, execution and enhancement on youth services with team colleagues and volunteers
• Lead and coach a team of volunteer leaders to formulate service plans and develop training plans for volunteers and young people which are in line with the goal of Youth Development Service
• Supervise and monitor the implementation of projects and activities for university students in Head Office
• Develop humanitarian education programs and activities to cultivate the Red Cross humanitarian knowledge and awareness to young people
• Develop relationships and network with external stakeholders, such as youth uniformed groups, schools and NGOs for collaboration and support in youth services

Requirements:

• Registered social worker with recognized Bachelor’s degree in social work, minimum 5 years’ post-graduation and related working experience in youth and volunteer service development in which have at least 2 years’ managerial experience; or,
• Bachelor’s degree in non-social work discipline, with minimum 7 years’ post-graduation and related working experience in youth and volunteer service development in which have at least 2 years’ managerial experience
• Strategic minded with vision, strong people management, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Good communication skills with stakeholders and community partners
• Good command of both written and oral English and Chinese/ Cantonese/ Putonghua
• Candidates with less experience will be considered for Deputy Manager (Youth Development Service)

Fringe Benefits:

Fringe benefits including generous annual leave, marriage leave, caring leave, volunteer leave, medical and dental benefits (including dependents), Employer MPF voluntary contribution, and a discretionary incentive payment (where applicable) will be offered to the right candidates.

Working Location:

Head Office (West Kowloon)

Contract Period:

2 years (Renewable)

Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until 4 October 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

Successful candidate is required to conduct the Sexual Conviction Record Check (SCRC) if it deems necessary according to the job responsibilities. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with Agency’s data protection policy for recruitment purposes only. Applicants not contacted within 4 weeks may consider their applications unsuccessful and all related information will be kept on our files up to a period of 6 months.