To provide support to the Hong Kong Maritime and Port Board (HKMPB) by performing the following duties－ (a) develop and execute integrated public relations and communications strategies to promote the maritime and shipping industry of Hong Kong, Hong Kong’s strengths as an international maritime centre and a preferred base for operating maritime business, foster interest and professionalism in various port and maritime services, and raise public awareness of the logistics, maritime and port industries; (b) promote and enhance the brand of HKMPB through the development and implementation of effective communications and brand-building strategies; (c) identify, develop and establish external relationships with the community, interest groups, public bodies, local and non-local industry organisations, education institutions, enterprises, and other maritime-related stakeholders; (d) proactively create content as well as develop high quality, well researched and well written products and promotional materials including advertorials, press releases, publications, online/social media materials, reports, newsletters, briefings, etc. in a variety of traditional, digital and social media; (e) develop and manage the website strategy of HKMPB to upgrade the website whilst planning and managing contents of various microsites; (f) co-operate with government bureaux/departments, external organisations and other relevant parties on promotional and public relations projects and events pertaining to the scope of HKMPB; (g) lead and manage a small team to plan, formulate, develop and deliver strategies and execute publicity campaigns, events, programmes and visits to promote industry development; (h) provide secretariat support and handle public/media enquiries; and (i) other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisors. (Note : May be required to work irregular hours having regard to operational needs and/or attend duty trips outside Hong Kong.)

(a) Possess a recognised Hong Kong bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, preferably in Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, Public Relations, Journalism or other related disciplines; (b) Have attained “Level 3” or above in Chinese Language and English Language in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (HKDSEE) or the Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (HKCEE) (Note 1), or equivalent; (c) Have a minimum of ten years’ relevant full-time post-qualification working experience in corporate communications, public relations, media management or event management in sizeable corporations, non-government organisations, public relations agencies or government departments, of which five years at senior level executing strategies and managing multiple publicity and promotional campaigns/projects in a large organisation (Note 2); (d) Possess good appreciation of the social and economic environment of Hong Kong; (e) Possess rich experience in developing and executing integrated public relations and communications strategies including the use of websites, digital and social media; (f) Have good interpersonal skills and established connections with local and/or international media; (g) Possess excellent presentation skills to all levels, strong leadership skills and project management skills, with demonstrated ability to multi-task, set proper priorities, work under pressure, meet tight deadlines and new challenges; (h) Possess all-round skills and strong personal drive to manage and work with a small team, ability to work independently as well as collaboratively for teamwork; (i) Possess necessary confidence to manage and respond to urgent ad hoc tasks and requests; (j) Be fluent in both written and spoken Chinese and English; (k) Be proficient in computer knowledge and skills, including MS Office and Chinese word processing; and (l) Preferably possess a good command of Putonghua.