(Monthly salary of HK$127,700 to HK$147,125)

The Duties

• Provide strategic counsel to the EOC management on the corporate communications of the EOC, develop the corporate narrative and messaging that serve to uphold the EOC’s brand image and reputation;
• Devise comprehensive communications, publicity and public education strategies and plans and oversee their implementation to promulgate the anti-discrimination legislation and the work of the EOC;
• Manage media relations, oversee the preparation of press releases and related materials and organise media campaigns and activities, such as briefings, to maximise the media exposure of EOC’s work;
• Oversee the development and implementation of the EOC’s social media strategies, and supervise the day-to-day management of various social media platforms to increase the EOC’s reach and publicity mileage;
• Supervise the development of a full range of publications and publicity materials in different formats, including annual report, newsletters, brochures, announcements in the public interest, corporate videos, presentation materials, etc. to promote the EOC’s work;
• Network and foster relations with stakeholders, build community partnerships and manage funding programme to promote the values of diversity, equal opportunity and inclusion in the community;
• Monitor and evaluate media and public sentiments relating to the implementation of the anti-discrimination legislation and the work of the EOC, identify potential risks and recommend follow-up actions; manage crisis communications and co-ordinate with both internal and external parties the communications strategies and messages to mitigate the risks;
• Collaborate with other divisions on the submissions to the Legislative Council and formulation of the strategic plan of the Commission, and support other corporate initiatives as needed; and
• Undertake any other duties as assigned, including but not limited to internal transfer to other divisions within EOC.

The Person

• University graduate with at least 10 years’ full-time post-qualification relevant working experience in corporate communications, of which at least 5 years in supervisory / managerial positions
• Established relations with the media and an excellent track record working in public bodies or commercial organisations
• Sensitive to the social, political and economic environment of Hong Kong for the operation of social legislation
• Good understanding of the anti-discrimination legislation and issues of equal opportunities
• Strong leadership ability and people management skills, analytical power and strategic vision
• Innovative and ability to work under pressure and manage difficult situations
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese (proficiency in Putonghua an advantage)
• Motivated and committed to EOC’s vision, mission and values

[Appointment will be on three-year agreement terms renewable depending on service needs and performance. The remuneration package will consist of a basic salary and a cash allowance in accordance with the Commission’s policy. The appointee will also be eligible for a gratuity on completion of the agreement subject to satisfactory performance and conduct. ]

To Apply

Interested applicants should send their application letters enclosed with detailed CVs , marked confidential and specifying the post applied for , to Director (Corporate Planning & Services), Equal Opportunities Commission, 16/F, 41 Heung Yip Road, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong on or before 7 April 2025. Applicants shortlisted for further consideration will normally be contacted in around six weeks from the closing date of application. The information provided will be treated in strict confidence and will be used for employment purpose only. Information of unsuccessful applicants will be destroyed two years after the recruitment exercise is completed. For more information on the EOC, please visit our website at http://www.eoc.org.hk.

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