Executive Director (Operations)

(Monthly Salary of HK$198,720 to HK$217,160)

The Duties

• Support and deputise the Chairperson in the strategic development, overall administration and management of the non-investigative/legal functions of the Commission.
• Assist the EOC Board and the Chairperson in mapping out the Commission's strategic directions and work priorities, and formulate strategies for promoting the Commission's sustainable growth and development.
• Oversee the planning, implementation and performance tracking of programmes and activities, ensure alignment with the Commission's mission and strategic directions, and drive organisational effectiveness
• Lead and supervise the operational functions, provide guidance on policies and procedures, build capacity and development of staff at different levels, and foster cross-team collaboration
• Build close relationship and communication between the EOC Board and the Office, facilitate consensus-building and decision-making of the Board on the advancement of the EOC's work and the corporate governance of the Commission
• Liaise with the Constitutional and Mainland Affairs Bureau on matters relating to the budget, resource allocation, financial performance of the EOC, as well as the research, training and public education initiatives of the Commission
• Ensure appropriate governance, risk management, and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
• Deputise the Chairperson in liaising with diverse stakeholders in the promotion of the EOC's work, representing the organisation externally and supporting communications, advocacy and public engagement activities
• Undertake any other duties as assigned by the Chairperson

The Person

• A recognised university degree; a postgraduate degree is highly preferred
• Proven senior leadership experience in non-profit, community or public sector, with a minimum of 12 years of administrative or relevant experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
• Strong strategic planning and execution capabilities, with the ability to translate ideas into impactful results
• Excellent command of both spoken and written English and Chinese (including Cantonese and Putonghua)
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Good understanding of the anti-discrimination ordinances, discrimination issues and equal opportunity best practices in Hong Kong
• Knowledge of Government operations and public sector finance, and experience in financial management, fundraising, partnership development, or stakeholder engagement would be beneficial
• Committed to the vision of the EOC and advancing the equal opportunities of the underprivileged and disadvantaged communities

[Appointment will be on three-year agreement terms, renewable depending on service needs and performance.  The remuneration package will consist of a basic salary and a cash allowance in accordance with the Commission’s policy. The appointee will also be eligible for a gratuity on completion of the agreement subject to satisfactory performance and conduct.]

To Apply

Interested applicants should send their application letters enclosed with detailed CVs, marked confidential and specifying the post applied for, to the Chairperson, Equal Opportunities Commission, 16/F, 41 Heung Yip Road, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong on or before 16 September 2026. Applicants shortlisted for further consideration will normally be contacted in around six weeks from the closing date of application.  The information provided will be treated in strict confidence and will be used for employment purpose only.  Information of unsuccessful applicants will be destroyed two years after the recruitment exercise is completed. For more information on the EOC, please visit our website at https://www.eoc.org.hk.

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