Senior Manager, Charities (Poverty Alleviation Project)

The Hong Kong Jockey Club; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hong Kong Jockey Club is seeking a Senior Manager for Charities (Poverty Alleviation Project) to lead strategic interventions and impact. The role partners with external consultants, government, NGOs and academics to deliver scalable solutions across multiple hubs in Hong Kong.

We require a decadeplus of experience in poverty alleviation or related fields, strong data analytics, and proven leadership. English and Chinese writing proficiency is essential for cross‑sector collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10–12 years of relevant experience in poverty alleviation or related fields.
• Strong quantitative analytics, KPI development and performance measurement.
• Deep understanding of poverty-related issues in Hong Kong.
• Experience engaging government, NGOs and academia to drive impact.

Responsibilities

• Convene thought leadership with external consultants and partners to ensure project delivery.
• Oversee design and implementation of the Project's interventions across hubs and partners.
• Lead analysis of socioeconomic data to identify poverty trends and opportunities.
• Manage portfolio of Poverty Alleviation initiatives and consolidate learnings.
• Engage government, NGOs, academics and community partners for impact.
• Develop governance, controls, and monitor progress and budget for the project.
• Prepare papers and reports for Management, Donations Committee and Board.
• Represent the Trust in project activities and related ceremonies.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Statistical analysis

KPI development

Impact assessment

Stakeholder management

Bilingual English/Chinese

Leadership

Job description

Senior Manager, Charities (Poverty Alleviation Project)

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 description

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

• Work in partnership with the Incubation Team with member composition from external consultants, programme evaluators, and co-creators of the project to convene thought leadership and build alignment across all operating partners to ensure successful delivery of the project.
• Oversee the design, development and implementation of the Project's intervention, including various hubs in different participating locations, service protocols, district alliances, research and evaluation of the Project, along with coordinating internal and external stakeholders as required to ensure successful delivery of these interventions.
• Lead the analysis of complex socioeconomic, demographic and programme data to identify emerging poverty trends, unmet needs and opportunities for intervention, including but not limited to interpreting large datasets and evaluation findings to inform strategic programme intervention design.
• Perform strategic portfolio management on Poverty Alleviation initiatives to amplify the impact of different projects and other related grats; consolidate learning insights for sharing with relevant stakeholders on a regular basis, and develop new grants as needed to actualise emerging potentials.
• Engage and manage internal and external stakeholders, including but not limited to the Club Branding and Public Affairs in strategic communications and promotional campaigns, external consultants responsible for branding, technology experts and/or programme execution, service providers, to ensure effective delivery; 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, and budget virments for the project; manage project evaluation and impact assessment.
• Prepare papers and compile statistical / financial / progress reports, report on special situations, and make recommendations to Management, and / or Donations Committee, and / or Board of Trustees.
• Represent the Trust in activities related to the Project, including ceremonies, and related functions as part of the ongoing monitoring process and stakeholder engagements.

About You

• Minimum 10-12 years of relevant experience in poverty alleviation, public policy, social impact, programme evaluation, consulting, economics, social research or related fields.
• Strong quantitative analytical capability, including statistical analysis, impact assessment, KPI development and performance measurement.
• Demonstrated experience analysing complex datasets and translating findings into strategic recommendations and programme decisions.
• Deep understanding of poverty-related issues in Hong Kong, including barriers to social mobility, employment, education and financial resilience.
• Experience engaging government, NGOs, academic institutions and community partners to drive collective impact.
• Strong collaboration and influencing skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and proficiency in both English and Chinese writing
• Team leadership and people development experience

We offer competitive salary and benefits packages, dynamic working environment and development opportunities.

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.

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.