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. There is now an excellent opportunity for eligible candidates to apply for the following position:
Officer (Communications) – Media and Social Media
Key Responsibilities
- Manage media relations and handle enquiries from the press; prepare communications materials and external correspondence
- Manage communications issues; plan and manage media and publicity projects
- Advise line departments on communications and public affairs matters
- Perform news monitoring and reporting duties as well as conduct media research and analysis
- Manage media interviews for senior executives and perform press marshalling duties
- Manage the HKMA’s digital media channels (including handling enquiries) and conduct relevant research / analysis
- Assist in developing and creating content for the HKMA’s social media channels (including but not limited to Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, RedNote, WeChat, X and YouTube) using graphics, videos and content write-up
Requirements
- University degree in journalism, communications, economics, international finance / banking or related fields
- At least 3 years of relevant work experience
- Knowledge of finance and banking matters, and experience in issues management and social media a plus
- Good interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
- A good team player and fast learner; proactive and versatile
- Able to work independently and under pressure
- Good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese, including Cantonese and Putonghua
(Candidates with less experience may be considered for an offer of appointment at Assistant Officer level.)
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
- 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 résumé 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 10 May 2025. 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.
