Hong Kong Civic Exchange December 7, 2011
Posted by cwslibrary in Hong Kong, Luce.Tags: not-for-profit, political science, technology, world affairs
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Civic Exchange Civic Exchange is an independent, not-for-profit, public policy think-tank in Hong Kong established with the mission to: promote civic education, public awareness, and participation in governance by strengthening civic participation in public life; undertake research and development in economics, social and political policies and practices to help shape the breadth and depth of public policy debate; and integrating skills and experience across various disciplines, including academia, business, politics, finance, technology, and the not-for-profit sector.
Current projects include: political reform studies covering Hong Kong, China and Asia; governance, environmental and sustainable development research; energy, climate and corporate social responsibility; social development and gender issues; land policy, Hong Kong’s budget and green taxation.
Internship Description for 2012
The intern will undertake summer-long research project in an area of importance to the organization. She will be expected to write and present a research paper, with potential for publication. The intern will also have the opportunity to join conferences and participate in seminars.
Desired Qualifications
Students from all fields of study are encouraged to apply. Strong interest in public policy research is important. The ideal candidate is intellectually mature, works independently, and takes initiative. Chinese language skills are not required. Strong literacy/writing skills in English are required.
No language requirement.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) December 7, 2011
Posted by tashabeg in Hong Kong, Luce.Tags: Business/Finance/Entrepreneurship, Cultural/Ethnic Origins
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The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) was established on 1 April 1993 by merging the Office of the Exchange Fund with the Office of the Commissioner of Banking. Its main functions and responsibilities are governed by the Exchange Fund Ordinance and the Banking Ordinance.
Reporting to the Financial Secretary, the HKMA is responsible for maintaining monetary and banking stability. Its main policy objectives are: keeping the Hong Kong dollar stable, managing the Exchange Fund – Hong Kong’s official reserves – in a sound and effective w ay, promoting the safety of Hong Kong’s banking system, and developing Hong Kong’s financial infrastructure to enable money to flow smoothly, freely and without obstruction.
Internship Description for 2012
The intern will work in the Market Research Division of the Research Department.
The job has two main components. The first component is to assist in refining a database for monitoring monetary and financial stability in Asia Pacific. This involves finding the raw data, computing the indicators, and organizing them for the use of the regional Monetary and Financial Stability Committee of the EMEAP, an organization composed of eleven central banks in Asia Pacific. The second component involves providing research assistance to the economists in research projects on financial markets and financial stability.
The dates for this internship runs from June 15 to Aug 17, 2012.
Desired Qualifications
Economics is required. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, and enjoy traveling and exploring Asia.
Language requirement: No Language Requirement
Asia Art Archive November 23, 2010
Posted by doripel in Hong Kong, Luce.Tags: Arts, Cultural/Ethnic Origins, museum administration, world affairs
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Founded in 2000, the first art centre and library of its kind, Asia Art Archive is a young and dynamic organization with the mission of collecting, preserving and making information on contemporary Asian art easily accessible in order to increase understanding, encourage dialogue, and facilitate research and writing in the field.Based in Hong Kong with research posts throughout the region, AAA boasts one of the most comprehensive collections of primary and secondary source material on contemporary Asian art in the world, with over 32,000 titles accessible to the public, free of charge, via its physical space and website.
From its inception ten years ago, AAA has acknowledged its position in the field as more than a static collection of material waiting to be discovered. Through the regular initiation of educational and public programmes, AAA endeavours to be pro-active in instigating dialogue and critical thinking, and in introducing as wide an audience as possible to this rich resource.
With a Board of Directors, an Advisory Board made up of noted curators and critics, as well as research posts in China, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, the Philippines, Taiwan and India, AAA acts not only as a valuable resource and ‘ideas’ centre, but as a network for those in the field of contemporary Asian art. By attending and participating in important exhibitions relating to art from Asia, AAA also plays an active role in recording events as they take place.
Internship Description for 2011
The intern will become familiar with the Asia Art Archive (AAA) library system and learn how to catalog new material. She will also undertake a specific project, such as the development of educational programs, documenting local exhibitions and events, or research on diaspora artists of Asian descent. The intern may accompany AAA staff on research trips in Asia.
Desired Qualifications
Major in art history, with a strong interest in Asian art. Self-motivated and organized.
Bilingual in Chinese and English. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Proficiency in Photoshop.
Language requirement: Strong written and spoken Chinese.
