The appointee will lead a small team to collate, analyse and disseminate data and information which are relevant to attracting and retaining foreign direct investment and to promoting Hong Kong as the leading international business location in Asia. Main duties of the post include -

• (a)undertaking a consulting role to advise the Directorate and senior officers locally and overseas on the latest trends in economic development and best-in-class practice on investment promotion activities.
• (b)developing and executing an integrated research strategy to meet the research needs of Invest Hong Kong;
• (c)compiling, analysing and disseminating business-related information, statistics and studies on aspects which are of relevance in attracting overseas and Mainland companies to set up or expand their business in Hong Kong;
• (d)strengthening the research capabilities of Invest Hong Kong and managing its databases;
• (e)participating in and monitoring the release of global rankings, surveys, reports and commentaries on Hong Kong’s competitiveness and positioning;
• (f)working with the Census & Statistics Department, the Government Economist and other public and private organisations in collating studies on business environment and economic data;
• (g)monitoring the ranking of Invest Hong Kong amongst other Investment Promotion Agencies worldwide; and
• (h)presenting data and information to both internal and external stakeholders.

• (a)Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience gained in consulting, research and analytical work in foreign direct investment promotion or economics/ economic development;
• (b)A Hong Kong degree or equivalent, preferably in economics or business; a higher degree would be an advantage;
• (c)Good knowledge of economic trends, statistics and sources;
• (d)Strong data gathering and analytical skills; and
• (e)Good written and presentation skills.