Manager – Content & Programme

About Hong Kong Design Centre

Hong Kong Design Centre (HKDC) was founded in 2001 as a strategic partner of the HKSAR Government in establishing Hong Kong as centre of design excellence in Asia. We are on a public mission to promote wider and strategic use of design and design thinking to foster innovation, create business value and improve societal well-being.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a high caliber candidate to join our dynamic team. Please visit our website www.hkdesigncentre.org for information of HKDC.

The Roles:

1. Work with Director and Senior Manager to develop HKDC's annual flagship programmes: Business of Design Week (BODW) and bodw+ (digital knowledge platform);

2. Support editorial section of bodw+ and assure timely delivery of content that is in line with the holistic digital marketing strategy;

3. Responsible for content research, creative writing, translation, editing and proofreading to ensure timely delivery of multimedia contents including articles and videos across multiple platforms for BODW and online platform bodw+;

4. Able to manage speakers and partners from local, the Mainland and overseas countries;

5. Communicate with programme partners, consultants, in-house marketing and communications team and suppliers to ensure the delivery of high-quality content;

6. The role offers unparalleled opportunities for global exposure, impactful contribution, extensive networking, and recognition within the innovation and design landscape; & 

7. Perform ad hoc assignments as required. 

Requirements:

1. University graduate or above;

2. At least 8 years post-graduation work experience; with at least 3 years’ experience in a team leadership role with good coaching skills, global horizons and ability to navigate complexity in an innovation setting; 

3. Experience in editorial and/or corporate communication is preferred;

4. Experience in design conference and/or programme curation and planning would be an advantage;

5. Competent narrative, communications and language skills. Strong English writing skills is a must;

6. With strong project management skills, with passion and committment to deliver high standard programme;

7. A keen learner, self-motivated and collaborative team player showing proficient research skills, story telling and problem-solving ability; Possessing an inquisitive mind, creative confidence and tact that encourage learning, engagement and collaboration among diverse stakeholder communities;

8. Demonstrates a good understanding of design, culture and trends;

9. Exhibits a strong sense of urgency and maintain high performance under tight timelines;

10. A professional with accountability that meets statutory, industry code of conduct and internal reporting and compliance requirements; &

11. Candidate with less experience will be considered as Assistant Manager.

More information about BODW:

https://www.bodw.com

Interested parties are invited to apply by sending your resume with full details of education, work experience, current & expected salary, contact telephone number and earliest available date to the Human Resources Office, Hong Kong Design Centre, 4/F, DX design hub, 280 Tung Chau Street, Sham Shui Po, Kowloon or by email to: hr@hkdesigncentre.org on or before 18 August 2025. HKDC reserves the right not to make appointment for the post(s) advertised. Only short-listed candidates will be notified. All information received will be kept in strict confidence for six months and data will only be used for recruitment purpose.