Jobs in China (Danwei Jobs)

Director of Business Development & Marketing

Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 +0800

Employer: Amcham Shanghai
Location: Shanghai
Date posted: Yesterday
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time
Categories: Advertising, Fashion Design, Marketing, Public Relations, Media

The American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai is recruiting a Director of Business Development & Marketing. The Business Development & Marketing Department is responsible for development of membership services, membership sales and retention, sponsorship sales, strategic partnership management, and accelerates AmCham Shanghai's branding and position in China.

The Director of Business Development & Marketing should have proven business development skills and experience meeting revenue goals. The position requires managing multiple tasks that result in the improvement of the organization's market position. Some key responsibilities are:

1. Member Services Management & Development

Oversee the delivery of existing membership services. Evaluate member feedback and develop new services to meet member needs. Responsible for raising member engagement by communicating AmCham's services and creating new services and programs.

2. Membership Sales & Engagement

Expanding the Chamber membership base through new membership growth and renewal retention programs. To assist the team in realizing its goals by conducting research, developing and managing programs, and connecting with member companies.

3. Business Development

1. Keep President informed through regular reporting – preparing reports, interpreting information and making recommendations.

2. Lead partnership strategy, including identification of key partners, defining our value proposition, determining pricing and other sources of value;

3. Identify and develop strategies and tactics that address the most important needs  facing Chamber members

4. To incorporate new guidelines, policies and review existing guidelines, policies to  fine-tune membership services

5. As a member of senior leadership team, contribute to the development of the  organization's overall growth strategy and lead execution of that strategy as appropriate

4. Marketing

Develop and formulate a yearly marketing plan in cooperation with all departments. Responsible for executing the Chamber's marketing strategies with the objective of maximizing membership and sponsorship opportunities, meeting the organization's overall strategy and meeting budget goals.

5. Sponsorship

Develop, manage and implement sales strategies for AmCham Shanghai products and services, including:

• President's Circle Sponsorship

• Spotlight Session

• Special event sponsorship

• Conference sponsorship

• Barter / In-kind sponsorship

• Printed advertising sales for monthly magazine and annual membership  directory

• Online advertising sales for website and e-newsletters

• Circulation sales for AmCham publications  Selection Criteria:

• Bachelor degree in marketing, business or hospitality; and a strong understanding of sales and marketing

• A minimum of 10 years senior sales and marketing experience in business services industry, demonstrating leadership that has successfully achieved revenue growth targets.

• Experience in B2B and B2C business setting

• Must be proficient in both English and Chinese.

• Proven communication and presentation skills, including the ability to  concisely articulate complex ideas and to translate complex services features  into tangible member focused benefits.

• Ability to negotiate and close contracts

• Client and relationship management experience at the senior level.

• Ability to provide strong leadership to the business development and marketing team

• Hands-on experience in approaching multi-nationals and other large accounts and possess a proven track record of developing and effectively implementing sales strategies, business plans, developing forecasts and budgets and delivering sales results.

Qualified candidates may apply by submitting a resume and cover letter to lucia.zhou@amcham-shanghai.org

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Writer - Chinese retail and consumer behavior

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 +0800

Employer: Buy Buy China
Location: Beijing
Date posted: Thursday, 10th May 2012
Contract: Temporary
Hours: Part-time
Categories: Editing, Writing, Research and Analysis

BuyBuyChina.com is a web site about Chinese retail, branding, and consumer behavior. We are interested in the way in which consumerism is changing China, and in the way Chinese brands and habits affect retail markets worldwide.

The site will officially launch on the 21st of May, 2012, and provide daily industry updates, drawing on Chinese print, online, and social media, as well as on international sources.

We are looking for clever and concise freelance writers. Candidates should be interested in the subject matter, be available for work on a regular basis, and be able to read Chinese (newspapers/web sites). They can be based anywhere in greater China. More than anything, they should be able to write.

Sounds cool? Email us!

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National Communications Manager

Thu, 03 May 2012 00:00:00 +0800

Employer: Landesa
Location: Beijing
Date posted: Thursday, 3rd May 2012
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time
Categories: Branding and Corporate Identity, Editing, Public Relations, Writing, Media

•Job Summary:

The National Communications Manager (NCM) provides leadership, direction, and coordination of Landesa's communication program in China to strengthen local program work and advance support for land rights with opinion leaders in China. The NCM will work closely with the global advocacy team based in Seattle, WA (USA), providing timely analysis of China program momentum, content (both written and visual), and strategic insight to build a global case for the cause of land rights within the international development community.

•Reporting and relationships:

The National Communications Manager will report to the China Country Director and work closely with the Seattle Communications and Advocacy team.

•Availability:

The National Communications Manager will be expected to work a typical work week of 40 hours plus additional hours as necessary to get the job done. The position will require local, regional, and international travel.

•Essential Job Functions:

Prepare and implement a national communications plan, in coordination with other team members and stakeholders, consistent with Landesa's mission, strategic objectives, and program objectives.

Implement communications plan and coordinate with other team members and stakeholders including key individuals and government officials to develop quality products that help achieve program goals and objectives.

Provide technical assistance to program staff in China and on occasion, play a lead role in the development and implementation of their research and project communication plans. This may include planning, implementing, editing, designing, and other services as required.

Regularly compile content collected from progress in the China program. This includes but is not limited to internal and external newsletters, new research from our field work, compiling stories of progress through photography and video documentation, strategic analysis of rural poverty trends in China, connecting larger themes to the role of land rights, and illuminating new program partnerships with government and other stakeholders.

Prepare various external communications materials or tailor existing global materials for China audiences.

Identify and maintain good relationships with key partners, including journalists and communications contractors.

Manage budget for Landesa communication & advocacy related activities in China.

In coordination with Seattle based Chief Communications Officer (CCO), support the implementation of Landesa's overall strategic advocacy plan, especially as it relates to China.

Serve as a key member of the global advocacy team and the primary liaison between China and Seattle global advocacy teams, participating in regular dialogue about best ways to champion land rights within the international development community.

Obtain, understand, and effectively communicate and disseminate project research to the Seattle global advocacy team.

Provide continuous creative insight to the global advocacy team about how momentum in China can help shape larger narrative about the potential impact of secure land rights.

Advance and strengthen Landesa culture by serving as the lead internal communications coordinator for China staff, working in close cooperation with communications staff in the United States and other countries of operation.

•Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

A deep commitment to the mission of a better, safer future for the world's poorest people through land ownership and secure land rights.

Commitment to Landesa's core values of impact, respect, collaboration, dedication, and learning.

Excellent interpersonal skills and an exacting attention to detail. Strong time management and organizational skills. Ability to set and meet goals.

Superior ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize competing priorities, and move seamlessly between China-focused projects and global advocacy objectives.

A strong drive for excellence in work products and personal performance.

Demonstrated writing talent across multiple platforms.

Knowledge of internet-based research, rural development, gender, and poverty issues.

Fluency in oral and written English and Chinese.

Working knowledge of budgets and financials.

Proficiency using Microsoft Suite of products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher, and other software.

Ability to work collaboratively with a range of people at all levels, including Landesa global staff, project management team, Landesa donors, Landesa partners including government officials, visitors, contractors and subcontractors, outside vendors and services suppliers, and other administrative staff members.

•Education and Experience:

Graduate or professional degree in Communications or related field is required.

A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience that includes the performance of some or all of the duties described above.

Field experience working in global advocacy with an international NGO is highly desired.

•To Apply:

Qualified candidates may apply by submitting a resume and cover letter to jobs@landesa.org with the title "National Communications Manager" in the subject line. No phone calls please. Landesa is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Communications Manager, Brookings-Tsinghua Center

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0800

Employer: The Brookings Institution
Location: Beijing
Date posted: Saturday, 14th April 2012
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time
Categories: Public Relations

TO APPLY:

Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to:

Attn: Center Manager

Brookings-Tsinghua Center

Email: BTCJobs@brookings.edu

NOTE: This is a contract position with Tsinghua University and the position is based in Beijing. Applicants must have authorization to work in China.

Basic Function

Responsible for the development and implementation of communications and media strategy for the Brookings-Tsinghua Center (BTC).

Education/Experience Requirements

Bachelor's degree required (Master's preferred), preferably in international communications, marketing, political science, or related fields. Minimum of 5 years relevant professional work experience required in external affairs, communications, marketing, public relations, or similar field. Experience working with American and Chinese media is required. Strong knowledge of trends, practices, and strategies in digital media, including web and social media. Should be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and adept at learning new applications. Basic knowledge of HTML and CMS required. Excellent organizational, communication, proofreading, and writing skills.

Knowledge Requirements

Native fluency or equivalent in Mandarin Chinese and excellent command of English required (writing, reading, and speaking). Familiarity with public policy issues and international relations. Knowledge of contemporary Chinese social, political, and economic issues, including relations with the U.S. Superior qualitative writing and editing ability; excellent organizational and communication skills; proficiency in Internet research and use of database programs; ability to prioritize in a heavy workload environment. Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required. Must possess initiative, discretion, mature judgment, entrepreneurial spirit; excellent networking skills and a good team player.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

60% Development and Implementation of Media and Communications Strategy

• Develop targeted communications and branding strategies tailored to specific groups including policymakers, the media, foundations, universities, and think tanks; identify opportunities to increase the program's impact and visibility through identifying target audiences, working with relevant scholars and staff, and adapting materials and publications to formats readily usable by each target audience.

• Liaise with editors and correspondents and maintain strong relationships with the Chinese media and China-based foreign policy reporters; seek opportunities to engage them in events and to interest them in work done by BTC scholars; organize press conferences as needed; arrange media interviews and appearances; distribute research and commentary by Brookings scholars to various media outlets.

• Coordinate media relations efforts with Brookings and Tsinghua University.

• Seek and develop opportunities to partner with media on events and publications.

• Assist with or manage organization of major public forums or video conferencing events including: identifying speakers and topics; coordinating panels and participants; drafting correspondence and press releases; and engaging media interest.

• Comprehensively monitor press coverage of BTC and its scholars to maintain a full press file.

• Keep abreast of current events and help to identify opportunities for scholars to develop op-eds, policy briefs, letters to the editor, etc.

• Coordinate overall digital media strategy and expand web presence; manage BTC website presence to ensure website is updated accurately and includes upcoming events, testimony, op-eds, monographs, analysis papers, and other related materials; contribute to and develop strategies to promote policy-driven products on the site, suitable for media reporting and editorial placement.

• Proofread materials in Chinese and English and review translations to ensure quality and appropriateness.

• Draft and compile web materials related to timely issues for online publication on the website and/or dissemination through social media.

• Edit high quality academic papers authored by Brookings fellows in both English and Chinese; supervise production (layout, proofreading, editing, design, translation) for publications such as reports, analysis papers, and policy briefs.

• Supervise reprinting and translation of publications into Chinese or English.

• Develop strategies to promote and track production of BTC publications with scholars and relevant Brookings staff; track production schedules.

40% Targeted Communications and Outreach

• Develop marketing materials, event announcements, media memos and press releases, fact sheets, and other press materials; adapt materials and publications to formats that can be readily used by various target audiences; manage the design, production, and distribution of all branded items and marketing materials.

• Manage all BTC official correspondence, including drafting, editing, or translating as needed.

• Develop targeted communications strategy for potential donors and assist with the cultivation and stewardship of existing and prospective donors; assist with writing of solicitation letters or proposals; edit and polish concept papers and proposals drafted by scholars to ensure quality, readability, and adherence to funder guidelines, interests, and programs.

• Manage outreach databases; oversee a master calendar of events.

Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications for the position will be considered. Successful completion of a background investigation is required for employment in this position. No phone calls please. Brookings welcomes resumes from all qualified applicants, particularly women and minorities.

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Client and Research Director 客户总监

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0800

Employer: Danwei Media Ltd.
Location: Beijing
Date posted: Monday, 9th April 2012
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time
Categories: Marketing, Research and Analysis, Media, Publishing

Danwei is growing!

Although our website started in 2003, we only began to focus on research work for corporate, government and academic clients in 2011. This business is now growing rapidly and we're looking for good people.

Our priority right now is to find a Client and Research Director to manage research projects and manage our relations with clients. The job will involve both sales and client management, and the planning, editing and packaging of research products.

The right candidate probably has the attributes listed below, but if you have the right stuff, we are interested in you even if you don't fit this description. It is however vital that you're a good match with our small team.

We don't care if you're from Ningxia or Nigeria, but you have to be able to operate efficiently in China and be completely at home doing business in Chinese, with Chinese people.

----------Requirements----------

- Experience in financial journalism, financial reporting, or any business servicing multi-national clients and / or hedge funds and financial institutions

- Experience working in teams and managing people

- Fluent English and Chinese

- Unstoppable drive

Compensation will be competitive for Beijing, and according to the successful applicant's experience. Package will include benefits and performance-based bonuses, and a Z visa if you are a foreigner.

We are looking to fill this position by the end of June. Please email an introduction to yourself to jobs -at- danwei.org or by clicking on "Apply" at the top right of this ad.

** Please note that we will not respond to applications unless we want to schedule an interview.

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Marcom & Social Media Manager

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0800

Employer: CHINICT
Location: Beijing
Date posted: Monday, 26th March 2012
Contract: Temporary
Hours: Full-time
Categories: Advertising, Marketing, Writing

The position consists of initiating and following-up on different marcom, social media and brand-awareness related projects for CHINICT - the largest conference on China tech innovation & entrepreneurship (see http://chinict.org).

This position may include tasks such as writing blog and micro-blog posts related to China tech innovation & entrepreneurship, as well as promoting efficiently all-year-long CHINICT exclusive content - with the ultimate goal of increasing ticket sales and sponsoring revenues.

Ideally the candidate is an English native speaker fluent in Mandarin, self-starter and autonomous, entrepreneur-minded, loyal, with excellent communication skills and a creative problem-solving mindset.

Please send your application and CV to franck@chinict.org.

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Translator

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0800

Employer: Das Magazin
Location: Beijing
Date posted: Thursday, 22nd March 2012
Contract: Temporary
Hours: Part-time
Categories: Translation

"Das Magazin" is a Swiss weekly general interest magazine. We are looking for a chinese-english translator (male/female) for a reporter in Bejing in early May. The translator must be willing to do some simple research and casting work for us before our reporter actually arrives in Bejing.

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Communication Assistant (GS6)

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0800

Employer: UNICEF
Location: Beijing
Date posted: Monday, 12th March 2012
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time
Categories: Branding and Corporate Identity, Marketing, Public Relations, Web Development, Writing, Media

Level: GS-6 (United Nations – General Service Category)

Duty Station: Beijing

Duration: Fixed Term Appointment – Initial 1 year to be extended based on performance

Vacancy #: VN/HR/2012-001

Estimated Salary: RMB 205,095/year (Gross)

1. Purpose of the post:

Under the general supervision and guidance of the Chief of Communication, responsible for the content, design and structure of the China Country Office's website, video and social media channels, in order to stimulate interest and engagement in the UNICEF mission for the protection and promotion of child rights.

Duties:

- Manage the day to day content development of the China Office website (www.unicef.cn), to ensure lively, engaging and informative news, stories, opinion, blogs, photo essays, videos, and special campaign landing pages thus contributing to the achievement of the Office's overall communication and fundraising results. Perform the day-to-day maintenance of both the English and Chinese websites using the current content management system.

- Assist with digital engagement through social media pages, search engines, online advertising, on-line partnerships etc, making use of external creative social media agencies. Work closely with office teams to help develop innovative online engagement methods to acquire new fans, followers and donors. Coordinate day to day content posting and advise on promotional strategies for promotion of child rights awareness through micro-blogging social media channels; namely, Sina Weibo, Tencent Weibo and Youku video pages, as well as other social networking platforms to be developed as capacity allows.

- Travel to project sites and produce human interest stories, fundraising stories, blogs, field blogs, photographs and video clips to be published on www.unicef.cn and on other media.

- Regularly produce analytical reports on website traffic and relevant social media analysis and make necessary changes to website to ensure a high performing web presence.

- Organize data and information, prepare and maintain records, documents and control plans for the monitoring of project/programme implementation.

2. Required qualifications and competencies:

- Bachelor's degree in journalism, new media, marketing, public relations or related field. Formal training in current web development software an asset.

- At least six (6) years of progressively responsible working experience, three of which should be in Website Design and content management, with some aspects of journalism, digital media, marketing and public relations. Experience in supporting social media engagement strategies to achieve organizational goals would be an asset. Experience with photo and video image acquisition and editing are highly desirable.

- Excellent knowledge of English and Mandarin, including ability to carry out translation duties.

UNICEF Competencies:

Core Values

• Diversity and Inclusion

• Integrity

• Commitment

Core Competencies

• Communication

• Working with people

• Drive for Results

Functional Competencies

• Creating and Innovating

• Applying Technical Expertise

• Planning and Organizing

• Learning and Researching

• Excellent computer skills, especially in Web content management software such as Red Dot. Good knowledge of Office applications (spreadsheet, word processing and database);

• Very Good understanding of current new media tools and emerging new media trends;

• Good communication skills; well-developed writing skills – including the ability to write clearly, persuasively and concisely human interest stories;

• Good initiative and resourcefulness;

• Ability to work in teams and independently; exceptional customer service attitude;

• Ability to work in an international and multicultural environment.

Applicants should send by 2 April 2012 their CV/Bio-data and if possible a completed UN Personal History Form (P11). All documentation should be in English. The subject of email should read vacancy notice reference VN/HR/2012-001 and emailed to: beijinghr@unicef.org

Regret letters will only be sent to short-listed candidates.

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Managing Editor - HERE! Dongguan Magazine

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0800

Employer: HERE! Dongguan
Location: Dongguan
Date posted: Tuesday, 6th March 2012
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time
Categories: Editing, Writing, Publishing

HERE! Dongguan is currently searching for an editor for its monthly community lifestyle magazine. As you can see from the description and responsibilities below, we're looking for someone with a background in journalism, but also a multi-tasker who is well-organized, creative and has the ability to be a team-oriented leader.

Reports to: Editor-in-Chief

Job Summary: Primarily responsible for the editorial direction, coordination and content of the magazine by conceptualizing/planning issues, researching articles, writing articles, freelancing articles, editing articles, proofing issues, and collecting/coordinating photography and photo shoots with editor-in-chief and photographers. Blogging and social media interaction is also required, along with maintaining a professional presence in the community the magazine serves.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Creating, developing, proofing and editing all editorial content for the publication.

• Submitting to the Editor-in-Chief an editorial lineup with story details for each issue of the magazine, on the dates required.

• Assigning freelance stories, developing story concepts and managing manuscripts to ensure that they are received in a timely manner and produced to the quality standards associated with the magazine.

• Assist the designers by requesting photos or asking freelance writers to request photos on their various stories, and providing art ideas to the art directors.

• Write photo captions, deks, and other editorial pieces as needed at layout stage.

• Assisting with the final layout of the magazine by proofing and correcting preliminary InDesign documents of each layout, cutting or adding copy where needed, and filling in cutlines and pull quotes where needed.

• Submitting to the Editor-in-chief an editorial accounting sheet indicating the rate, writer name and article subject matter of each freelancer assignment within 7 days of each issue publication.

• Appear at appropriate/selected events in the community as the representative for HERE! Dongguan Magazine and its affiliated products and publications.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent writing and editing abilities; ability to write engaging and entertaining articles.

• Solid knowledge of journalism, including style and format of magazine articles, interviewing, fact checking and copy editing.

• Attention to detail, including correct usage of grammar and punctuation.

• Basic knowledge of the PC environment, including Word, email, photo software, etc. Familiarity with Adobe InDesign.

• Ability to establish priorities, work independently and proceed with objectives without supervision.

• Ability to multitask and work on a number of projects or assignments.

Credentials and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or related field

• Three or more years employment at a magazine or newspaper, or equivalent combination of internships and experience.

• Community Awareness

• Organizational skills

If you think you're suitable for the position, please send your CV along with cover letter and three writing samples to ziv@heredg.com.

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Research Editor

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0800

Employer: Pacific Epoch
Location: Shanghai
Date posted: Friday, 2nd March 2012
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time
Categories: Editing, Writing, Research and Analysis

Pacific Epoch is seeking a self-motivated, native English speaker with first-rate critical thinking skills to work closely with our team of research analysts in Shanghai to produce high-impact written reports about China's leading technology companies and macroeconomy.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to build on their research capability around China's economy and industry sectors including e-commerce, digital media, online gaming and solar energy.

Key responsibilities include:

• Collaborating with English-speaking Chinese analysts to refine their research theses, articulate their message, and communicate key conclusions in both written and graphical form

• Managing report production from first draft to publication, often under tight time constraints

• Ensuring quality of final products, which involves substantial editing of draft research, writing copy and checking sources

Requirements:

Applicants should be educated to degree level, have two or more years of work experience in a related field – e.g. journalism, market research or academia – and possess a keen eye for detail and proper grammar. An interest in technology and digital media would be an advantage. The chosen applicant will also be able to demonstrate the following:

• Strong team-working and interpersonal skills

• Proficiency in Mandarin

• An analytical mind, with the ability to evaluate and interpret data

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Contact: Please send your resume, cover letter and 1-2 writing samples to

pehr@pacificepoch.com

Based in Shanghai and the US, Pacific Epoch offers institutional investors proprietary data from our on-the-ground surveys and automated data gathering tools to provide tracking of listed companies in China's hi-tech industries, as well as analysis of broader macroeconomic developments.

Pacific Epoch is part of Pacific Crest Securities ( www.pacific-crest.com) – the pre-eminent investment bank in technology.

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