Manager, Community Engagement and Education (11-month contract)
At a glance
Mid-level Community Marketing role at Urban Renewal Authority (URA). Hong Kong SAR · full-time.
Pay not stated Community Marketing salary
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What you'll do
- Plan community outreach and engagement programmes that support urban renewal initiatives and ongoing community backing
- Supervise staff delivering work programmes, action plans, and other assigned responsibilities
- Prepare stakeholder communications and oversee social media content for engagement efforts
- Track political developments and community dynamics, then brief leaders with planning recommendations
- Build relationships with officials, council members, community leaders, and interest groups
What you bring
- A degree in communication, public administration, or a related discipline
- At least eight years in community engagement, district administration, public policy, or community development
- A record of managing projects or community programmes that produced measurable results
- Existing stakeholder connections and the ability to develop partnerships supporting urban renewal work
- Fluent written and spoken English and Chinese, with Putonghua beneficial, plus practical Gen-AI capability
Who this fits
You’ll suit a senior community-engagement manager role involving staff supervision, public-sector stakeholders, political monitoring, and partnership development. The position is an eleven-month contract in Hong Kong SAR and calls for independent judgment, problem-solving, collaboration, and strong communication. You’ll also use Gen-AI and digital tools in engagement, content, and team processes.
From the employer
The Urban Renewal Authority (“URA”) is tasked to undertake, encourage, promote and facilitate urban renewal of Hong Kong in accordance with the provisions of the Urban Renewal Authority Ordinance and the Urban Renewal Strategy published by the Government. The URA adopts a comprehensive and holistic approach by ways of its two core businesses i.e. redevelopment and rehabilitation, as well as preservation, revitalisation and retrofitting, for creating a sustainable and quality living environment for the people of Hong Kong.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and implement community engagement activities and outreach programmes to drive the Authority’s strategic goals, including fostering continuous community support and facilitating the smooth implementation of assigned urban renewal initiatives
- Supervise and monitor subordinates to ensure the successful delivery of work programmes, action plans and other assigned tasks
- Prepare stakeholder communication materials and manage social media content to support engagement initiatives
- Closely monitor local political developments and community dynamics; proactively report insights and provide recommendations to facilitate strategic planning and decision-making
- Establish, maintain, and expand stakeholder networks, including but not limited to Government officials, Legislative Council members, District Council members, community leaders, interest groups, to support the Authority’s urban renewal efforts
- Leverage Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen-AI) tools and digital solutions to enhance engagement processes, content creation, and stakeholder interactions
- Undertake any other duties as assigned by the supervisors from time to time
Requirements:
- Degree holder in communication, public administration or related fields
- Minimum 8 years’ full-time experience in community engagement, district administration, or relevant public policy / community development roles
- Proven track record in planning and managing projects or community programmes with measurable outcomes
- Extensive stakeholder networks, with a strong capability to expand and develop new partnerships beneficial to the Authority’s urban renewal initiatives
- Proficient in the application and integrate of Gen-AI tools to enhance work processes, stakeholder engagement, and team effectiveness
- Able to work independently, with strong problem-solving and innovative thinking skills
- A collaborative team player mentality, with excellent communication, interpersonal, and partnership-building abilities
- Fluent oral and written communication skills in English and Chinese, Putonghua is an advantage
Closing Date for Application:
4 October 2026
How to Apply?
Please click the "Apply" button. Full resume with present and expected salaries should be submitted via online application.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence and information provided will be used for the consideration of applications. Applicants not invited for interview within four weeks from the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful.
Personal data provided by job applicants will be treated in strict confidence and used strictly in accordance with our “Personal Information Collection Statement Pertaining to Recruitment" for recruitment purpose only. A copy of the Statement is available on our website and obtainable on request. Applicants may be considered for other suitable positions in the Authority and all personal data of unsuccessful applicants will be retained for a maximum of two years.
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