Presented by The Hong Kong Arts Development Council (“HKADC”), the JOCKEY CLUB New Arts Power (JCNAP) is first-of-its-kind multi-genre mega showcase of Hong Kong artists whose works have earned so much acclaim abroad.  This local arts festival presents a wide range of programmes each year in order to bring arts into the community and reach out to different segments of people in Hong Kong.

We are looking for a Project Assistant to support Team Supervisor in implementation of the arts project. He/ she must be able to work closely in a small team to accomplish assigned tasks. Duties include coordination of performances and exhibitions, administration of school and community programmes, liaison with artists, arts groups and stakeholders, preparation of publicity materials, coordination of advertising and social media campaign, drafting correspondences, general administrative work etc.

Requirements:

• Degree holder with minimum 1 year relevant working experience, preferably in organising arts projects/ events or related disciplines

• Good verbal and written communication skills in both English and Chinese. Putonghua will be an advantage

• Proficiency in PC operations (MS based applications and Chinese Word Processing)

• Knowledge in Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, HTML, Flash or social media content creation will be an advantage

• Multi-tasking, self-motivated, detail-oriented, well-organised and strong analytical skill

• Able to work independently and also with a small team to accomplish the assigned tasks

• Knowledge and interest in arts would be an advantage

Successful candidate will be offered a 17-month contract.  Salary offered will commensurate with qualifications and experience. Interested persons, please send CV with details on education and work experience, stating salary history and expected salary, and indicating your earliest availability tothe Human Resources Department, 10/F, 1063 King’s Road, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong no later than 13 July 2020.  Please quote the job reference on the envelope.

Applicants not invited for interview within 16 weeks from the closing date for application may assume that their applications are unsuccessful.  Personal data collected will be treated in strictest confidence and will only be used for recruitment purposes. HKADC reserves the right to consider late applications and not to make appointment for the post advertised.  We do not accept applications through e-mail or fax. 

HKADC is an Equal Opportunities Employe