Job Opening: Content Editor for The Hong Kong Jockey Club

26 January 2011
Job Opening: Content Editor for The Hong Kong Jockey Club
Deadline: 13 February 2011
Contact: recruit@hkjc.org.hk

Interactive Services Officer (Content Editor) ( Ref: JISO(CE) )

The Department

Our Interactive Services Department is responsible for the management and development of the fast growing electronic betting channels, including the web-based Online Betting Service (eWin), the Mobile Betting Service (New) for mobile phones, and various other “high-tech” betting devices. These interactive channels in total serve over 600,000 customers and contribute over one-third of the Club’s betting turnover.

The Job

You will

* be responsible for the quality and accuracy of the content on the Club’s betting-related websites in both Chinese and English
* write, update and edit original copy for the betting-related websites and to benchmark existing content with best practices
* review and edit promotion-related copy on an as-needed basis

About You

You should have

* a degree in Journalism, Communications or Language (specialisation in Chinese Language with certificate or higher qualification in English preferred)
* at least 3 years’ hands-on experience in FAQ and or other technical writing, preferably in the web / mobile industry.
* experience in HTML and MS Office. Experience with Interwoven CMS would be an asset
* ability to write clearly and concisely in both Chinese and English writing.
* knowledge in e-commerce / m-commerce content editing is an advantage
* ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Terms of Employment

The level of appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. An initial three-year contract employment will be offered to the successful candidate with an option for renewal or conversion to career terms subject to mutual agreement between the Club and the individual.

Closing Date

Closing date for applications is 13 February 2011. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

How to Apply

Please send your resume, complete with expected salary and job reference to:
Email: recruit@hkjc.org.hk
Fax: 2576-1987

Address: Human Resources Department,
The Hong Kong Jockey Club,
1 Sports Road, Happy Valley,
Hong Kong

More information here.
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