Manager (Cultural Exchange)

Company: Hong Kong Economic & Trade Office
Location: New York
Posted on: May 8, 2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Manager (Cultural Exchange)

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Location: New York City, New York

Employer: Hong Kong Economic & Trade Office in New York (HKETONY), The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region



Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Manager to oversee cultural exchange initiatives between Hong Kong and the United States. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in fostering cultural collaborations and supporting artistic and cultural programs.



Key Responsibilities:

- Facilitate exchanges and cooperation between Hong Kong art groups/artists and the United States counterparts, particularly in youth cultural and artistic projects.



- Develop and maintain close liaison with official and non-official cultural institutions, venues, and media in the United States. Proactively scout and identify potential opportunities in the US for showcasing Hong Kong art and performance groups.



- Assist with planning and execution of arts/cultural events, including preparing background briefs, invitations, speeches, press releases, and social media posts.



- Support Hong Kong art groups in performances and cultural exchange projects, liaise with group managers, and draft promotional materials.



- Communicate, liaise and provide logistical support for visiting delegations and tours. Manage any necessary pre-tour planning and post-tour follow up.



- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.



- Willing to work irregular hours and travel.



- Must be eligible to take up employment in the United States.



Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in arts management, public relations/marketing, languages or related fields.



- Excellent written English and Chinese proficiency; fluent Cantonese or Putonghua is a plus.



- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in cultural and arts administration/event management/public relations/marketing/media, preferably with art or cultural groups/non-governmental organizations/education institutions.



- Good understanding of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government's (HKSARG's) operations and cultural agencies is a plus.



- Proficient in MS Office, social media, and media/design software.



- Self-driven, organized, creative, and able to work under pressure with strong interpersonal skills.



Terms of Appointment

12-month non-civil service contract.



Salary:

USD 7,800 to USD 9,400 gross per month, depending on the relevant qualification and experience of the candidate, during the 12-month contract period.



Benefits

Paid leave and transportation allowance etc. This is not a remote role. Relocation costs are not covered.



Application Method

Interested applicants are invited to send a covering letter with full curriculum vitae, availability, and copies of academic qualification certificates/transcripts, record of employment and available references from previous employment to:



By post : Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office,

115 East 54th Street, New York, NY 10022, USA

Attn: Executive Office Manager



By email : jobs@hketony.gov.hk



Application closing date: 16 May 2025, 5:00 PM New York Daylight Time.



Late applications will not be accepted and only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Any enquiries concerning the above position should be sent to the HKETONY by e-mail or post.



General Notes

This is not a post on the civil service establishment. The candidate will not be appointed on HKSARG civil service terms of appointment and conditions of service. He/she will not be eligible for posting, promotion or transfer to any posts in the civil service of the HKSARG
The terms of appointment and conditions of service to be offered are subject to the provisions prevailing at the time the offer of appointment is made
For enquiries, please contact jobs@hketony.gov.hk.
Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the HKSARG's personal data policies of which are available at https://www.pcpd.org.hk/english/data_privacy_law/ordinance_at_a_Glance/ordinance.html

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