To provide professional and technical support and advice to the Bureau on maritime- and shipping-related matters, including－ <br>

• (a)exploring and formulating directions, strategies and initiatives suited to the evolving contexts, needs and potentials of Hong Kong, with a view to entrenching our position as an international maritime centre and a preferred base for operating maritime business; <br>
• (b)providing secretariat support to the Hong Kong Maritime and Port Board; <br>
• (c)establishing and strengthening external relationships with local, Mainland and overseas industry organisations, enterprises, interest groups, public bodies, local and non-local education institutions, and other relevant stakeholders; <br>
• (d)conducting and/or managing the conduct of research on global development trends and/or medium-to-long-term strategic planning for the Hong Kong maritime industry; <br>
• (e)raising public awareness of the economic contribution and significance of the maritime, port and logistics industries; and <br>
• (f)other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisors. <br> <br>(Note : May be required to work irregular hours having regard to operational needs and/or attend duty visits outside Hong Kong.)

Candidates should possess - <br>

• (a)a recognised bachelor’s degree from a Hong Kong university, or equivalent; <br>
• (b)at least 12 years’ post-qualification full-time working experience in the port, maritime and shipping industry and one or more of the following areas: ship finance, maritime law and arbitration, marine insurance, ship management, maritime technology, port, logistics and maritime education and career development. At least four out of the most recent 8 years of maritime-related experience should be at senior management level or in a key administrative position. Experience in the Mainland and international port, maritime and shipping organisations will be an advantage; <br>
• (c)well-established connections with local and/or international maritime enterprises and organisations; <br>
• (d)comprehensive grasp of the social and economic environment of Hong Kong; <br>
• (e)awareness of recent developments in the local, regional and international port, maritime and shipping industry; <br>
• (f)good communication and interpersonal skills with political acumen; <br>
• (g)excellent presentation skills, strong leadership skills and project management skills; and <br>
• (h)excellent command of both written and spoken English and Chinese. Proficiency in Putonghua will be an advantage. <br> <br>Your application will NOT be considered if your qualifications do not fully meet any of the entry requirements
• (a)and
• (b)by the closing date for application.