Project Associate

About Foundation for Youth Development Limited: Foundation for Youth Development (“FYD”) is a Section 88 non-profit organization set up in the summer of 2025, sparked by the decade-long impact of its former student-run, youth-led volunteer organization, Project Empowerment Hong Kong (“PEME HK”).  PEME HK was founded in 2015 at the City University of Hong Kong by a group of ethnically diverse (“ED”) university students. For 10 years, PEME dedicated itself to uplifting ED youths through peer-to-peer mentorship, networking, integration programs, and advocacy. Witnessing this decade-long impact, three PEME volunteers co-founded FYD to envision a broader platform that amplifies this reach.  At FYD, we envision that every young person in Hong Kong has the confidence to lead and thrive in their futures. Made and led by youth, for youth, we connect underserved young people with education and career guidance resources to make informed and confident choices about their futures.  We believe that meaningful youth development comes from youth-led approaches, guided by a personal understanding of the lived experiences we share with the youth we work with.  💡 The Opportunity: We are currently seeking a Project Associate for a 1-year contract to support our dynamic youth initiatives. This is a role for someone eager to learn and launch their social impact career at a small, yet ambitious, and deeply dedicated NGO.  As a Project Associate, you will not only support the day-to-day operations of our flagship initiatives (Mentorship Program, Youth Leaders Program & school programs) but also play a critical role in assisting with the implementation of our youth participatory research projects. A note on our working style: FYD is a small but growing organization. We are seeking a candidate who can adapt, thrives on challenges, is a problem-solver, and is eager to roll up their sleeves to test their capabilities. If you prefer a highly structured routine role, this role may not be the right fit for you.  💪🏼 What You'll Be Doing:  Co-ordinate and Deliver Programs:

• Support the design and delivery of meaningful youth programs and workshops for ED youths (university students and high school students), including managing the logistics and administrative tasks for the programs
• Support the implementation of our youth participatory research projects by coordinating with participating youths and partner researchers, and designing and delivering project workshops and events   
• Prepare program materials such as presentations, rundowns, and workshop materials 
• Assist in project coordination with different stakeholders, including project partners, research partners, schoolteachers, and participating students/youths 
• Facilitate activities and guide open and empathetic conversations with ED youths during workshops and events 
• Consolidate feedback and evaluation from workshops for learning and impact assessment
• Conduct any ad hoc duties as assigned Communicate FYD's Impact:
• Schedule and conduct interviews with various project stakeholders to collect project impact stories 
• Create engaging communication materials such as newsletters, social media posts, blog posts, and promotional materials to communicate FYD's impact and enhance awareness and visibility 
• Assist in preparing and developing pitch presentations and other documents such as fundraising and partnership proposals to enlist more support
• Support in developing FYD's communication and branding strategies to raise public awareness and garner support
• Design and write content for FYD's annual report and website  📌 Job Details:
• 1-year contract starting in October / November 2026 - September 2027
• 5 days of work per week, including some Saturdays for our workshops and events
• Work from the office in Lai Chi Kok or at workshop/event locations
• You will report directly to the Executive Director
• Monthly salary: HKD 17,000 - 19,000 (based on experience and fit) Start Date: 
• As soon as possible! 🔎 Whom We're Looking For: 
• Bachelor's degree holder (preferably in Social Sciences, Psychology, Communications/Journalism, Public Policy/Politics, or related fields)
• At least 1 year of work experience (in any capacity) in non-profit organizations or social impact startups, or youth work
• Lived experience with, or prior experience working with, the ED community is preferred 
• Possess knowledge of the Hong Kong local education system and post-secondary education pathways (JUPAS, HKDSE, etc.)
• Has a keen interest in the social impact and youth development sector, and youth-related research 
• Proficiency in PC skills
• Strong presentation and storytelling skills in English
• Familiarity with digital tools like Canva, Airtable, Google Suite, and Excel, and a strong grasp of how to use AI tools to boost work productivity is a plus! If you are new to some tools, your openness to learn is also appreciated!
• Must be legally eligible to work in Hong Kong Language Requirements:
• Fluent in written and spoken English 
• Cantonese proficiency is appreciated but not required  📧 How to Apply?
• Click “Apply” on LinkedIn to submit your application alongside your CV & cover letter. Upload your cover letter here by combining it with your CV as a single PDF or email it directly to Aiman Nadeem (Executive Director) at aiman@fyd-hk.com.
• Small tip: In your cover letter, skip the formalities. Tell us more about how this role aligns with your experiences, why you care about ED youth development, what youth-led means to you, and why a small NGO environment appeals to you. Most importantly, tell us about yourself (what your CV doesn't say) & why you would make a great asset to our team and the youth we work with! Be creative! 
• Send us your application by 14th October, 2026. We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis, so we highly encourage you to submit your application sooner rather than later! ❓Questions? Feel free to reach out before applying if you want to learn more about whether this role might be the right fit for you!