Major Responsibilities:

Assist the Manager (Media & External Affairs) - 

• to plan, handle and manage media relations, enquiries and activities;
• to write, edit and translate corporate communications materials including speeches, messages, reports and correspondences;
• to handle requests for visits, plan the visit programme and receive delegations;
• to offer secretariat support to relevant Committee;
• to connect and liaise with district offices, councils and organisations for promoting ERB training courses and services;
• to administer and monitor funding programme for training bodies in organising district promotional activities;
• to administer the nomination and assessment for ERB annual awards and other award schemes if appropriate.
• Applicants may be considered for other related positions should suitable vacancies arise.

Entry Requirements:

• A recognised university degree with a minimum of 5 years' post-degree working experience; of which at least 2 years should be at supervisory level;
• proficiency in written and spoken English and Chinese with proven copywriting and presentation skills;
• solid and ample experience in media relations or news reporting, copywriting, and corporate communications is preferrable;
• experience in external relations, district liaison and networking, marketing, or related disciplines would be an advantage; 
• good understanding of social media, content management, design, digital and video production, advertising and media in Hong Kong;
• experience of working in both the public and private sectors would be an advantage;
• a team player with good supervisory, analytical, interpersonal and organisational skills; and
• motivated, proactive, dynamic, creative, result-oriented and ability to work under pressure.

Remuneration and Terms:

ERB is an equal opportunity employer. We offer competitive packages commensurate with qualifications and experience. In addition to 5-day week, we provide various leave, retirement protection, medical, dental and life insurance coverage.

Application Method:

1. Application should be made by completing the ERB Job Application Form available from the ERB website (http://www.erb.org).  It should be forwarded together with an application letter and detailed resume either by clicking "Apply Now" or by post to HRA Section, Employees Retraining Board, 3/F to 6/F, 10 Siu Sai Wan Road, Chai Wan, Hong Kong.
2. The position applied for, with reference number, should be stated on the envelope or at the subject title of the email. Applications without a completed ERB Job Application Form may not be considered.
3. The deadline for application is 2 June 2022.
4. Shortlisted applicants may be required to sit for a written test.
5. Personal data collected are for recruitment purpose only.  Personal data of unsuccessful candidates will be destroyed soon after selection, and definitely within 6 months.

The Employees Retraining Board (ERB) is a statutory body which provides training programmes and services of high quality to people aged 15 or above with educational attainment at sub-degree level or below.  Our vision is to help build up a flexible, high quality and resilient labour force for the knowledge-based economy of Hong Kong.  To achieve this goal, we invite high calibre talents to join us.