Manager - Corporate Marketing (Ref# MCM220117CT)

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, organise and manage major company events in physical, hybrid or virtual formats. Devise strategic implementation plan
• Develop and implement strategic planning to create an integrated event experience. Curate programmes and activities to align Cyberport’s public missions and to enhance its position and brand as thought leadership and industry voice in the region
• Provide full support on wide spectrum of event management including but not limited to project scheduling, speaker co-ordination, programme development, stage management, promotion and advertising, marketing collaterals, stage production, manpower management, onsite logistics, as well as market research and procurement
• Plan, source and incorporate innovative event elements to enhance traction and attendee experience, including digital/stage gimmicks, interactive games, incentives, event platforms/solutions etc.
• Drive attendance and positive publicity through integrated marketing & communications in conjunction with Branding & Corporate Communications teams to achieve best synergies, incl. event content marketing and distribution via effective channels for maximum audience engagement & impact
• Explore, solicit and follow up potential collaborations, partnerships and sponsorships opportunities for better event synergy
• Liaise and work closely with different business units, agencies/vendors, Government or public bodies and industry organisations
• Manage marketing budget and monitor event P/L

Requirements:

• Degree in marketing, journalism, mass communications, public relations or related discipline
• Minimum 10 years relevant working experience in corporate/event management, event production & marketing, corporate communications, marketing communication and / or public relations with hands-on experience in physical, hybrid and virtual events ideally from sizable organization/public bodies and preferably from technology sector
• All-round experience & proven track record in planning and managing large scale industry conference and events a must
• Knowledge and experience in hybrid/ virtual events, event platforms/technologies, creative digital elements, stage management, cross-platform marketing and user experience is essential
• Connection with industry associations, chambers of commerce, industry organisations and speakers bureau for potential collaborations, sponsorship solicitation, and/or speakers invitations a plus
• Strong event and project management skills, especially hybrid events
• Good understanding of technicality & acumen on integrated event platforms, registration and EDM systems and virtual event setup
• A fast mover and strategic thinker with who possess new normal agility with excellent efficiency and strategic focus
• A relationship-builder and team player with excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua)
• Outstanding project management and organisational skills
• Able to work effectively under pressure and deliver high quality work under tight deadlines/ schedules
• Detail-oriented with exceptional strengths in multi-tasking
• A self-motivated team player with strong can-do attitude
• Creative, analytical and well-organised

The position is on a renewable 2-year fixed-term contract (subject to performance and operational needs).

We offer competitive package to the right candidate. Interested party please click Apply Now to apply on or before 3 June 2022 in confidence with full resume in Word document, stating present and expected salary, and available date and quote the reference. 

Applicants who do not hear from us by 17 June 2022 may assume that their applications are unsuccessful.

Further information about the Cyberport is available at http://www.cyberport.hk

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