Reporting to the Commerce and Economic Development Bureau, the Head of CreateHK is responsible for – (a) formulating policies, strategies and initiatives for the development of creative industries and implementing initiatives and measures accordingly; (b) overseeing the work of CreateHK, leading the planning, management and control of resources and manpower of CreateHK; (c) managing all funding schemes administered by CreateHK and other financial resources designated to promote the development of creative industries; (d) co-ordinating the trade and Government/public organisations to ensure the smooth implementation of all publicly funded creative industries-related activities, and collaborating with Government as well as non-Government stakeholders to promote the development of creative industries including talents nurturing programmes; (e) representing the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government in promoting creative industries in and outside Hong Kong; (f) housekeeping the operation of the Hong Kong Design Centre; and (g) conducting research and providing analysis on policies and practices for supporting creative industries development as necessary. For more information about CreateHK, please visit CreateHK’s Homepage at http://www.createhk.gov.hk.

Candidates must be permanent residents of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region at the time of appointment and should possess: (a) a bachelor’s degree from a Hong Kong university, or equivalent; (b) at least 12 years of work experience at a senior or management level. Relevant qualifications and experience in creative industries (e.g. film, design, digital entertainment, animation, advertising, architecture, television, music, etc.) will be an advantage; (c) strong leadership, management and organisational capabilities; (d) good communication and interpersonal skills; and (e) a strong command of English and Chinese. Proficiency in Putonghua will be an advantage.