-- General Manager --

The Dutch Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong (the “Chamber”) is an independent, member-driven, not-for-profit business organisation that promotes and supports Dutch businesses from the Netherlands, and businesses with an interest in the Netherlands, in Hong Kong. The Chamber’s objective is to support and grow its members’ commercial activities by facilitating networking, knowledge sharing, and company profiling opportunities.

We are currently recruiting a part-time General Manager for a 3 days workweek. The General Manager reports to the Board of Directors and is supported by the office team and the Chamber’s member committees.

Role responsibilities

The General Manager will be responsible for:

• Development and implementation of the strategic and marketing direction of the Chamber
• Organising, planning, managing and overseeing the Chamber’s events (40+ seminars, workshops and social events per year)
• Work closely with the Committees for the effective delivery of events of the Chamber, providing content and speaker coordination, sponsor recommendations and other advice
• Provide guidance and support on monthly Committee meetings and help develop annual plans and activities of Committees in consultation with Committee Chairs
• Develop communication content related to its activities to drive interest, engagement, sponsorship and membership for distribution on the Chamber LinkedIn account, website, newsletter and other platforms
• Managing the day-to-day operations of the Chamber
• Leading, training and motivating the Chamber’s office team (2-3 staff)
• Managing the Chamber’s budget and P&L
• Report monthly to the Board of Directors on its strategy, finance and activities
• Assist and attend at Chamber functions and events as requested from time to time (includes working out of normal office hours as requested)
• Maintaining and expanding the membership base of the Chamber
• Maintaining and building relationships with governmental and non-governmental institutions, other business associations, media and other stakeholders
• Members representation and advocacy

Candidate profile

The successful candidate:

• is a self-motivated leader as well as a team player with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while managing multiple priorities
• has strong networking abilities and a professional demeanour in interactions with senior officials and stakeholders.
• has strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive messaging
• has excellent organisational and project management capabilities
• has familiarity with social media platforms, content management systems, and event management software.
• is proficient in Microsoft 365 and has an advantage in other relevant software such as Canva, Glue Up, etc.
• has excellent marketing and communications skills
• is a strategic thinker
• is flexible and versatile
• has an affinity with the Netherlands and/or the Dutch
• speaks and writes immaculate English (with Dutch and/or Cantonese language skills as clear additional benefits)
• has a minimum of 8 years relevant work experience of which at least 5 years in a management position

• is in possession of a valid visa to work in HK

   

What we offer

In return, the Chamber offers a competitive remuneration package and a friendly working environment in a professional organisation. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to connect with and represent the Dutch business community in Hong Kong, while gaining exposure to a wide range of interesting topics and contacts in one of the world’s most dynamic and international cities.

How to apply

Applications, including a cover letter addressing the criteria above, a detailed resume, and availability, should be sent to the Board at Board@dutchchamber.hk, with the email subject line: General Manager application.