Manager, Public Affairs (Mainland Media Relations and Communications)

Sits within the Corporate Affairs Division, which strengthens the strategic development and positioning of the Club as a world-class racing club and charity organisation through engagement with key stakeholders in Hong Kong and the Mainland and effective corporate communications. The position coordinates social listening and media monitoring, delivers intelligence reports and risk assessments, and supports mitigation of reputational risks, particularly in relation to Mainland activities. It also supports the vetting of public-facing materials and works with business units on training and workshops covering the Mainland media and social media landscape.

• Coordinate social listening and media monitoring activities with internal and external partners.
• Deliver timely intelligence reports and risk assessments.
• Manage issue escalation and alert mechanisms.
• Support implementation of mitigation measures to address reputational risks and emerging challenges, particularly in relation to Mainland activities.
• Support the vetting of public-facing materials by providing risk-based assessments and recommendations to ensure compliance with corporate standards and minimise potential sensitivity issues.
• Work with business units to conduct training and workshops on the Mainland media and social media landscape, emerging reputational risks, and best practices in issues and crisis prevention.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with Mainland media.
• Plan and execute media engagement programmes, including coordinating interviews, press events and editorial opportunities.
• Draft communication materials and monitor media coverage and public sentiment.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external agencies to enhance the organisation's reputation, maximise positive publicity, and support issues and reputation management.

• Minimum of five years of work experience in a relevant industry.
• Solid knowledge of issues and crisis management and experience in managing media communications during crisis.
• High level of proficiency in written and spoken English and Chinese.
• A track record of producing excellent editorials that effectively communicate clear key messages.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a great team player.
• Excellent English and Chinese writing.

• A degree holder in journalism, public relations or other relevant disciplines is preferred.

• Competitive benefits package
• Dynamic working environment
• Development opportunities

The Club is Hong Kong's largest single taxpayer and one of the city's major employers, and its Charities Trust is one of the world's leading charity donors.