Senior Officer / Officer, New Ventures Development

The Position

In view of the rapid expansion and continuous growth of the Corporation, we are looking for a high-calibre candidate to support the New Ventures Development team to identify, create and nurture a strong international technology ecosystem network. The network will serve as an anchor to facilitate bringing more top-notch global Innovation and Technology (I&T) companies to set up research and development operation in HKSTP.

• Proactively connect, engage and attract international technology ecosystem players - such as Venture Capitals, Accelerators, Government bodies and Tech Associations to identify and build on win-win partnership opportunities.
• Support to develop content, acquire new members and develop community campaigns for the HKSTP Global Connect Community to enhance customer experience through various touch points online and offline
• Support to build and maintain senior-level relationships with related government bodies, high-tech companies, startup communities, etc. increase the visibility of HKSTP in the international I&T start-up communities, serve as the eyes, ears and voice of HKSTP
• Closely monitor innovation landscape, policies and public & private funding mechanisms of responsible market segments & Hong Kong
• Support engagement programs and host delegation visits to promote HKSTP as an innovation and technology hub to key stakeholders
• Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor(s)

The Candidate

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent, preferably with work experience gained in MNCs, industry associations, or related.
• Minimum 3 years' of work experience with exposure in international partnerships and hosting VIPs preferred.
• Prior exposure in collaborating with internal departments to create pitch decks, marketing sales proposals and market analysis is a plus.
• Diplomatic, self-initiated, independent, goal-getting, collaborative, customer-oriented
• Professional analytical skills and good command of presentation skills
• Ability to work and collaborate in team environment
• Proficient in both written and spoken English
• Strong can-do mind-set & people skills
• Candidates with less experience will be considered for junior posts.

What We offer

• Unique Work.Live.Play.Learn culture in Hong Kong's largest Innovation & Technology ecosystem
• 5-day work week, attractive annual leave and additional special leave
• Medical benefits including dental and annual check-up from Day-1, with extended coverage to dependent(s)
• Professional training and career advancement opportunities
• Accessible to various bus service with network across different locations in HK

Interested parties please submit your application by clicking "Apply Now". Commencing position will be commensurate with qualifications, relevant experience, and competencies.

The application will remain open until the position is filled. HKSTP reserves the right not to fill the position.

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About Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporation

Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) was established in 2001 to create a thriving I&T ecosystem grooming unicorns, more than 15,000 research professionals and over 2,400 technology companies from 26 countries and regions focused on developing healthtech, AI and robotics, fintech and smart city technologies, etc.

Our growing innovation ecosystem offers comprehensive support to attract and nurture talent, accelerate and commercialise innovation for technology ventures. HKSTP continues contribute in establishing I&T as a pillar of growth for Hong Kong.

More information about HKSTP is available at www.hkstp.org.