Job description
The General Manager in Tianjin Chapter will be responsible to the Secretary General in respect of specific Tianjin Chapter issues and European Chamber matters generally as specified below.
General Management
- Manage daily operations of the Tianjin Chapter to meet the agreed targets of the Chapter.
- Assist to develop and implement the Chamber Strategy for the Tianjin Chapter in coordination with the Secretary General (SG).
- Ensure management of all financial aspects within the Tianjin Chapter to meet internal and external audit requirements.
- Contribute to the development of the Chamber through participation in operational meetings, monthly reporting and management of specific projects as required by the SG.
- Ensure the Tianjin Chapter complies with all relevant Chinese legislation.
- Oversee and manage Human Resource related issues, including appointing and dismissing local staff, assigning duties and supervising staff, both Chinese and foreigners.
- Contribute to a positive, energetic Chamber working environment where relevant Chamber policies are developed, updated, understood, and respected.
- Provide support and guidance to Tianjin board as required by the Executive Committee (ExCo) and SG, schedule regular board meetings and identify suitable future candidates in accordance with the SG.
Membership and other income
- Responsible for developing membership in Tianjin and for identifying and developing new target markets.
- Examination of and ruling on membership applications in Tianjin.
- Supervise issuance of contracts and collection of subscription fees and other income of the Tianjin Chapter.
Marketing and Communication
- Plan and organise special events and trade fairs.
- Promote the Voice of European Business in the local area.
- Provide input and final approval on content for the Tianjin newsletter.
Skills & experience
Desired skills & experience
· 3 years minimum of related government, business, or organizational experience
· 3 years minimum of related China experience
· 3 years minimum of management experience
· Understanding of China’s business and regulatory environment
· Outstanding interpersonal and organization skills
· Excellent writing and presentational skills
· Experience in working with the Chinese Government
· Good understanding of Chinese and European institutions
· Good understanding and appreciation of the nature of non-profit, membership based organizations
· University degree in economics, law, business, or politics or related work experience (Masters Degree Preferred)
· Energetic, proactive, and team player attitude
· Flexible working hours
· Near native fluency in English
· Chinese Language abilities highly desirable
· Knowledge of other European Languages is an asset
· Computer literacy (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, Internet Explorer)