Youth Diabetes Action (YDA), established in 2001, is a dedicated NGO committed to enhancing the lives of young people with diabetes and their families in Hong Kong. Through continuous support, innovative programmes, education, advocacy, and financial assistance, YDA plays a vital role in the community. We are currently seeking a passionate and strategic full-time CEO to lead our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to elevate awareness and drive meaningful change in a critical area of public health, as diabetes rates continue to rise across Hong Kong.

Key responsibilities:

·       Leadership and governance : Drive the organisation toward its mission and vision by setting clear goals and objectives, while ensuring effective governance through active engagement and communication with the Council (board)

·       Team management : Lead, manage, recruit, train, and evaluate a diverse team of 10+ individuals, ensuring optimal allocation of responsibilities and fostering professional growth

·       Partnership development : Collaborate closely with prominent medical professionals, strategic partners, patients, parents, and volunteers to enhance programme effectiveness and community outreach

·       Reporting and risk management : Provide the Council with timely, comprehensive reports and recommendations, while effectively assessing and managing internal and external risks, ensuring financial oversight

·       Programme alignment and development : Ensure all programmes align with YDA’s mission and proactively develop new services to address evolving community needs

·       Opportunity identification : Recognise challenges and opportunities, cultivating relationships that promote organisational growth and enhance the wellbeing of service users

·       Strategic goal achievement : Meet strategic objectives related to fundraising, productivity, programme management, advocacy, and financial reserves

·       Donor relations : Build and maintain strong connections with donors to secure sustainable funding for ongoing initiatives

 

Professional requirements:

·      Bachelor’s degree or higher, or equivalent experience

·      Over 10 years of professional experience, including a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role focused on people management, advocacy, and organisational development

·      Preferred experience in the not-for-profit sector, with a proven track record in securing funding from diverse sources, including government bodies. Experience supporting individuals within a health-related context is advantageous

·       Strong public speaking abilities and exceptional interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder relationship management

·       Experience in branding, marketing, and social media management is a plus

Fluency in both Chinese and English

Professional attributes:

 

To apply

 

Interested candidates should send their curriculum vitae with details of their professional and academic background, availability and expected salary by 4 July 2025 . Early application is encouraged. Data collected will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes only.

 

If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application. YDA is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer. Minority candidates (including race, ethnicity, gender, ability, among others) are encouraged to apply as well as those with non-traditional education backgrounds or those who have taken a career break and are looking to re-enter the workforce.

 

Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.