Deputy Head of Business and Talent Attraction /
Investment Promotion

Company: Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: September 19, 2023

Job Description:

Deputy Head of Business and Talent Attraction /
Investment Promotion ((Innovation and
Technology)

Company: Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office
Location: San Francisco, CA
Position Type: Full Time
Experience: See below
Education: See below
(An office of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government)
Salary: USD7,267 to USD12,194 per month , depending on the relevant qualification and experience of the candidate.
Job summary
Deputy Head of Business and Talent Attraction / Investment Promotion (Innovation and Technology (I&T)) (San Francisco) will be part of a specialist I&T team aiming to achieve performance targets through reaching out to potential investors. The incumbent is expected to possess deep understanding of the I&T ecosystem and general business environment in the US and Canada (with a focus on the US). Being highly goal driven and client centric, the incumbent should demonstrate excellent sales and client management skills for the business opportunities in the I&T sector (namely biomedical technology, information and communications technology, artificial intelligence, data sciences, microelectronics, robotics, new energy and advanced manufacturing) that can be seized by investors in and via Hong Kong.
Responsibilities
Support the Head of Business and Talent Attraction / Investment Promotion in the US and InvestHK I&T team in Hong Kong in implementing an investment strategy and business plan to attract I&T companies, financial investors, entrepreneurs, incubators, accelerators, research institutions and I&T related entities from their respective geographic markets to set up and/or expand in Hong Kong and to promote Hong Kong as an international I&T hub
Work together with InvestHK's head office and overseas network, relevant bureau/departments and other public organisations including Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), Cyberport, Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC), universities and research institutions and relevant industrial organisations to conduct investment promotion and marketing activities to attract and retain companies in the I&T sector
Respond promptly to enquiries from potential investors in the I&T sector by providing market information and advice to support their decision in setting up businesses in Hong Kong
Provide US and Canada I&T companies with assistance in setting up/expanding businesses in Hong Kong and to provide aftercare services
Prepare briefs, presentations and undertake research initiatives in the targeted I&T verticals and related sub-sectors
Build a strong network and a close working relationship with the I&T sector and with key stakeholders in the startup, technology and business community in the US and Canada through conducting outreach work, and supporting and attending relevant events
Collect and analyse market intelligence and provide input to improve Hong Kong's competitiveness and attractiveness as an international I&T hub
Carry out administrative work and resource management within the budget allocated
Maintain proper records of the contacts and leads generated as well as the aforementioned activities via various means including CRM, emails and file record
Carry out other duties as assigned by management
Entry Requirements
A Bachelor's degree or equivalent, preferably in science and engineering disciplines related to biomedical technology, information and communications technology, artificial intelligence, data sciences, microelectronics, robotics, new energy and advanced manufacturing. A higher degree in business management would be an advantage
A minimum of three years of full-time work experience in account management, business development, consulting, project management, research and development and/or sales and marketing in the I&T related fields.
Good knowledge of and experience in the I&T sector and the startup ecosystem in the US and Canada. Investment promotion or economic development experience would be an advantage
Good networks within the US's and Canada's I&T sector and the startup ecosystem
Experience of living and/or doing business in Hong Kong would be an advantage
Excellent communication skills in English. Proficiency in other languages such as Chinese, French and Spanish is an advantage
Willing to travel in the US and Canada
Candidate must be eligible to take up employment in the US
Terms of Appointment
Two year fixed term contract with the possibility of extension
Benefits
10% end of contract gratuity to be paid upon satisfactory completion of the employment contract. Other benefits include medical coverage and annual leave.
Application Method
Interested applicants are invited to complete an application form which can be downloaded from www.hketosf.gov.hk and send along with a covering letter with full curriculum vitae, and copies of academic qualification certificates/transcripts, record of employment and available references from previous employment to:
By post : Office Manager at 130 Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94104, U.S.A.
By email : Stanley_Wong@hketosf.gov.hk
Application closing date: Sep 18, 2023: 5: 30 PM San Francisco Time
Late applications will not be accepted and only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Any enquiries concerning the above position should be sent to the HKETO, San Francisco by e-mail or post. Candidates should confirm in their application whether they are U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or holding a valid U.S. work permit. Only short-listed candidates will be notified of the result of application. If a candidate is selected for interview, original copies of previous employment and certificates and transcripts, record of previous employment and written reference letters must be provided.
General Notes
This is not a post on the civil service establishment. The candidate will not be appointed on HKSARG civil service terms of appointment and conditions of service. He/she will not be eligible for posting, promotion or transfer to any posts in the civil service of the HKSARGThe terms of appointment and conditions of service to be offered are subject to the provisions prevailing at the time the offer of appointment is madeFor enquiries, please contact Stanley_Wong@hketosf.gov.hkPersonal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the HK.SAR Government's personal data policies of which are available at https://www.pcpd.org.hk/english/data_privacy_law/ordinance_at_a_Glance/ordinance.html
About InvestHK
InvestHK is the department of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government tasked to attract and retain foreign direct investments in Hong Kong.
Please visit www.investhk.gov.hk for more information.

Keywords: Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, San Francisco , Deputy Head of Business and Talent Attraction /
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