Assistant Communications Manager, Programmes

WWF is a global conservation organization, with a global network active in more than 100 countries. WWF's mission is to build a future in which humans live in harmony with nature. WWF-Hong Kong has been working since 1981 to deliver solutions for a living planet through Conservation, Footprint and Education programmes. For more information, please visit: wwf.org.hk

Saving the planet. That's our day job. And it could be yours too.

People from all corners of the globe are helping WWF build a future where humans live in harmony with nature. We need knowledgeable, talented people who are passionate about engaging and inspiring others. People who share our optimism that it's possible to change the world for the better. People who are determined to make a difference.

Are you one of those people? Then we'd love you to join us as

Assistant Communications Manager, Programmes
(Job Code: LI-ACMP)

Responsibilities:

• Act as the project manager of events, such as WWF-HK's flagship event – Earth Hour, including budget management, resources allocation, coordination with internal and external parties
• Manage and coordinate the communications elements of a portfolio of conservation and education programmes, build up synergies and leverage communications strengths across these programmes
• Work closely with Conservation and other programme staff to develop and implement communications strategies for the programmes
• Develop and manage campaigns/events and employ other communication tools/channels to achieve the goals and objectives of the programmes
• Work closely with the team to make each campaign/programme has enough media coverage and public awareness in order to maximize the effectiveness of such

Requirements:

• Degree holder in Communications, Journalism, Marketing or related disciplines
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant working experience with event management experience preferable
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate complex issues in a clear manner to a wide variety of audiences across diverse channels
• A good team player with excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to deliver excellent results under high pressure
• Able to view issues from a macro or global perspective but have a down-to-earth mindset
• Self-initiative, detailed-minded with excellent analytical skills
• Good organizational and project management skills
• Proficient in computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• Good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese

We offer a 5-day work week and competitive compensation and benefits packages to the right candidate. The office location of this post is at our Kwai Hing office (near MTR station) in Hong Kong. Interested parties please send your CV stating present and expected salary to the HR Manager via email: recruitment@wwf.org.hk . Please indicate the Job Code in the subject of your e-mail.

Date for Application Review: 29 May 2014
Application would be considered until the post is filled.

(All information provided will be used for recruitment-related purpose only. Applicants who do not hear from us within six weeks may consider their applications unsuccessful. It is our policy to retain the personal data of unsuccessful applicants for future recruitment purposes for a period of six months.)