about the company
Our client is one of Hong Kong’s most prestigious institutional grant-makers and philanthropic organizations. Managing substantial private and social capital allocations, the organization works in close partnership with the HKSAR Government, academic bodies, and leading community partners. Through an innovative cross-sector funding model, they proactively initiate and invest in social development programs to tackle key societal issues in Hong Kong.
about the team
You will join a dynamic, highly collaborative, and intellectually rigorous Social Impact & Philanthropy team. The team is responsible for strategic investment planning, end-to-end grant evaluations, applied research, hands-on project events and high-level stakeholder engagement. Working alongside seasoned experts in public policy and community affairs, you will operate in a supportive environment dedicated to driving measurable, long-term social change.
about the job
Reporting to the Senior Executive, you will manage high-value philanthropic grants and strategic community initiatives. Candidates with deep subject-matter expertise and a demonstrated track record in a dedicated focus area—such as Health, Education, Youth Empowerment, Ethnic Minorities, Elderly Care, or Mental Health—are strongly preferred.
Key responsibilities include:
...- Grant Assessment & Application Vetting: Evaluate complex donation and program applications for feasibility, strategic fit, and operational risks. Analyze project budgets and applicant backgrounds, drafting formal approval papers and board submissions.
- Landscape Research & Strategy: Conduct applied research (literature reviews, sector data analysis, focus groups) on emerging social trends to shape future funding focus areas.
- Portfolio & Risk Monitoring: Monitor funded projects to ensure milestone delivery, output compliance, and budget adherence; evaluate and process project modification requests.
- Cross-Sector Stakeholder Management: Act as the key liaison between external executive partners (government representatives, academic bodies, NGO directors, consultants) and internal corporate units (Finance, Procurement, IT, Legal).
- Thought Leadership & Platform Convening: Support international forums, knowledge-sharing platforms, and multidisciplinary programs to convene scholars, policymakers, and industry leaders.
- Executive & Secretariat Support: Prepare high-level presentation materials, executive speeches, briefing papers, and provide secretarial support for internal leadership committees.
skills & experiences required
- Education: A Bachelor's or Master's degree from a top-tier local or international university is preferred
- Experience: Minimum 4 to 8 years of relevant experience within a grant-making body, family office, public administration unit, corporate sustainability/ESG division, management consultancy, or major NGOs, ideally
- Writing Excellence: Exceptional explicit written communication in both English and Chinese. Proven track record in drafting formal executive papers, policy summaries, or complex grant proposals.
- Stakeholder Agility: Polished interpersonal skills with experience managing relationships with senior leaders, public officials, or academic experts.
- Core Competencies: Strong analytical acumen, structured problem-solving skills, high attention to detail, and a deep interest in social development.
To apply online, please click the "Apply" button below. Alternatively, for a further discussion regarding this role , please contact Yan Ip at 62553891 / yan.ip@randstad.com.hk.
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