Date: 6 Sep 2024

Job Code: 1305/2024/CEOO/CEOO

Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTPC) is a statutory body wholly owned by the Government which fosters a vibrant innovation and technology (I&T) ecosystem to enhance Hong Kong’s global competitiveness. We provide world-class R&D facilities, infrastructure, and incubation and support programmes for technology start-ups and enterprises. HKSTPC offers a dynamic environment where technology companies and talents converge to generate impactful innovations. Details of the Corporation can be found at https://www.hkstp.org

The CEO is the executive head of the HKSTPC and reports to the Board of Directors. He/She plays a pivotal role in developing, managing and marketing the HKSTPC in accordance with the provisions of the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation Ordinance (Cap. 565) and the directions of the Board of Directors.

Key Responsibilities:
(a) to formulate and deliver effective business plans and make recommendations to the Board of Directors to fulfil the public mission of the HKSTPC;
(b) to develop collaboration with local and overseas business, industrial, financial communities, research and higher educational institutions, government and related organisations so as to nurture technology talents, innovation and expedite commercialization of technology research;
(c) to ensure timely completion of the physical development of the HKSTPC within budgets;
(d) to uphold the highest standard of corporate governance and to ensure cost-effective use of resources which fulfils public’s expectation; and
(e) to develop and nurture staff to ensure a full complement of competences required to deliver the missions of the HKSTPC, and plan succession for sustainability and growth of the HKSTPC.

Qualifications & Experience:
(a) a good education background with experience at the senior management level;
(b) a good understanding of the local, Mainland, regional and international business environment, as well as economic, industrial and technological development trends, market needs and government priorities;
(c) a good network of contacts in business and technology circles in Hong Kong, Mainland, regionally and internationally;
(d) experience preferably from multinational corporations in strategic business development and in building up strong business networks;
(e) past experience in running a good size multi-disciplinary organisation (including manufacturing) with international exposure. Experience in running a science park or similar organisations would be an advantage;

Skills:
(a) excellent people management, leadership, inter-personal and communication skills and ability to deal with internal and external stakeholders effectively including members of the Board; government officials, staff and tenants; members from the industrial/technological communities; business, financial, academic and public sectors;
(b) excellent command of both spoken and written English and Chinese, i.e. Cantonese and/or Putonghua;

Competencies and Exhibit of Potential:
(a) vision, dynamism and sense of commitment and mission to support innovation and technology development of Hong Kong;
(b) a change agent that can align vision and action towards a common goal, transform and build a performance based culture for the organization and with strong motivation to drive actions that will have significant impact on Hong Kong’s economy; and
(c) a strong leader who can command impact when interacting with external key stakeholders and internal staff at different levels; and
(d) a person of high personal integrity and commitment to the HKSAR and a strong sense of mission to contribute to the Hong Kong economy and passion for and belief in innovation and technological development in Hong Kong.

How to Apply:
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application, including a cover letter and resume, outlining how they meet the specific requirements of the position to Spencer Stuart & Associates (HK) Ltd. by email HKSTP@spencerstuart.com. HKSTPC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

Application Deadline: 27th September 2024

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