The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) is charged with the responsibility for maintaining the stability and integrity of the monetary and financial systems of Hong Kong.
Since 2021, the HKMA has been studying the prospect of issuing an e-HKD in Hong Kong. While the HKMA has not yet reached a policy decision on whether and when to introduce an e-HKD, substantive work has been carried out since then to explore potential architectures and design options that could be applied to the construction of a potential e-HKD system. This includes the release of an e-HKD technical whitepaper and the launch of the e-HKD Pilot Programme.
There is now an excellent opportunity for eligible candidates to apply for the following position:
Associate Fintech Director – e-HKD Business Analyst
Key Responsibilities
- Translate the policy objectives of Project e-HKD into design requirements, as well as lead the definition of the business processes and technical design of a potential e-HKD, including justifying and defending the chosen architecture to all stakeholders
- Act as a bridge between business users, technical teams and other stakeholders to ensure the business requirements, timelines and deliverables are well understood by various project stakeholders and team members
- Coordinate the building of a prototype, depending on relevant policy and business decisions
- Engage with market players, fintech firms, academics and the international central bank community regarding innovative technologies relevant to central bank digital currencies (CBDCs)
- Prepare stakeholder engagement and communications regarding the project, and contribute to reports and briefings for technical and high-level meetings with key stakeholders
- Contribute to detailing the functional and / or technical requirements that determine the product design of a potential e-HKD
Requirements
- University degree, preferably in a STEM (science, technology, engineering or mathematics) subject, business information systems, economics or related fields
- At least three years of solid professional work experience with proven success in designing and managing a complex and large-scale project. Hands-on experience in payments, including the functional and / or technical design of digital currencies (blockchains, UTXO design, and token standards, etc.) an advantage
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Self-motivated and attention to details, as well as a track record in managing multiple assignments simultaneously and prioritising tasks
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with experience in presenting complex technical topics in a clear and concise manner to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese; proficiency in Putonghua a plus
Conditions of service
- Appointment will be made on fixed contract terms
- A competitive remuneration package will be offered. There is flexibility to take account of additional experience and qualifications
- Fringe benefits include medical and dental benefits, paid annual leave and contract-end gratuity
How to apply
You may submit an application via one of the following channels:
- Online application
*Online application will be temporarily suspended from 06:00 p.m. on 16 May 2024 to 08:00 p.m. on 16 May 2024 due to system maintenance
- By Mail
Send in the hard copy application form (available either at the HKMA’s reception counter or website https://www.hkma.gov.hk) to:
Recruitment Officer
Hong Kong Monetary Authority
55/F., Two International Finance Centre
8 Finance Street, Central, Hong Kong
Copies of transcripts together with a full resumé including details of past experience should be attached to the application. Please mark your correspondence address and the position applied for on the envelope.
Completed application should reach the HKMA, via the designated submission channel, by 18 May 2024. Applicants may wish to submit their applications in advance of the deadline to allow for any unexpected delays, e.g. with internet traffic, including file size restrictions and system maintenance downtime. Those not contacted by the HKMA within three months from the closing date for applications should consider their applications filed for future reference.
Personal data provided by applicants will be used strictly in accordance with our personal data policies, a copy of which will be provided upon request. You may contact the Recruitment Officer at the above address.
The HKMA is an equal opportunities employer. More information on the HKMA can be found at the website https://www.hkma.gov.hk.
The Online Application System is scheduled to perform regular system maintenance from Hong Kong time 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. every Wednesday. During this time, online application will not be available.
