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Crafts on Peel is a charitable non-profit foundation with the mission to revive, reinterpret and perpetuate Hong Kong's traditional craftsmanship. Incubated in 2017, we started with an aim to support craftsmen and artisans by providing them a platform for their creativity. Acting as a matchmaker, we foster dialogues and collaborations between traditional craftsmen and contemporary artisans domestically and internationally. Through craft exchange, we create opportunities for skill and knowledge transfer to nurture the younger generation to incorporate traditional craft techniques into innovative contemporary design.
Since our official opening in 2020, Crafts on Peel has launched several local and international exhibitions, organised workshops in collaboration with our artisans, cultivated the Crafts Fellowship Programme, and incubated numerous partnerships and collaborations that connect artisans globally. Crafts on Peel hopes to develop these programmes to enhance the appreciation of craftsmanship, but also to show how traditional crafts can be juxtaposed with our modern lifestyles in a way that celebrates our cultural heritage.
We believe that the essence of craftsmanship lies in the hands. At the core of the concept of Crafts on Peel is the story of our craftsmen. Our logo reflects our commitment to preserving our Chinese cultural heritage, which is composed of a pair of “hands” (手) in two Chinese characters – the fundamental tool for a craftsman. The hand character, together with its inverted mirrored image, combined to form the Chinese character “我” (I), which is the idea that each craft originates from the unique experiences of the craftsman. The two hands also symbolise the relationship between the craft master and his apprentice, as the skill is passed on from one generation to the next.
Our foundation boasts a unique value proposition, specialising in integrating traditional crafts into projects for corporate clients. Acting as a matchmaker, we facilitate collaborations between traditional craftsmen and contemporary artisans, resulting in distinctive and impactful craft-centric artworks and installations that enhance the value and aesthetic appeal of each project.
Job DescriptionCrafts on Peel is seeking an ambitious, digitally agile and strategic Program Manager to serve as the operational anchor and public ambassador of our foundation. Reporting directly to the Creative Director, you will spearhead end-to-end programme delivery, scale our cultural footprint and cultivate meaningful relationships across local and global ecosystems. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of heritage craftsmanship through visionary storytelling, innovative partnerships and rigorous execution.
Key ResponsibilitiesEnd-to-End Programme Leadership: Conceptualise, structure and execute high-impact initiatives from inception to evaluation, including flagship local and overseas exhibitions, Craft Exchange Programme, Artisan-in-Residence schemes, research projects, forums, activations, corporate events, fundraising initiatives and institutional partnerships.
Stakeholder Engagement & Ecosystem Building: Cultivate and leverage strategic relationships with key stakeholders, including government bodies, academic and cultural institutions, traditional craft masters, contemporary designers, NGO partners and creative vendors, to drive collaborative excellence.
Industry Innovation & Insights: Monitor global and regional developments within the design, art, culture and social innovation sectors to identify growth opportunities for Hong Kong's craft ecosystem.
Impact & Success Metrics: Define, track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the social impact, reach and qualitative success of foundation programmes.
Team Leadership & Development: Manage Program Team; recruit and manage Docent Team and Intern Team.
Operational Excellence
Venue & Exhibition Operations: Oversee daily operations of our exhibition space, ensuring seamless visitor journeys and premier standards for all on-site and off-site events.
Process Optimisation: Establish and maintain robust Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) governing art sales, logistics, artwork handling, inventory management and venue safety.
Community & Visitor Relations: Serve as an articulate host for private and public tours and events, nurturing a loyal network of patrons, partners, collectors and cultural enthusiasts.
Editorial, Communications & Marketing
Strategic Content & Messaging: Collaborate closely with the Creative Director and Program Team to craft compelling bilingual communications across exhibition collaterals, newsletters, press releases, funding applications, fundraising initiatives and donor proposals.
Digital & Social Media Growth: Lead Program Team to drive the organisation’s online brand identity and presence across website, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube and emerging digital channels through target-driven content strategies.
Requirements and Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Art History, Museum Studies, Arts & Cultural Management, International Relations, Communications, or a related field.
Professional Experience: Minimum 3 years of proven experience in complex project management, strategic planning, event delivery, or marketing. Background in art, cultural institutions, auction houses, research, or the non-profit sector is highly preferred.
Language Proficiency: Full professional fluency in written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin).
Project Leadership: Demonstrated track record of delivering multifaceted projects on time, within scope and aligned to budget allocations throughout their full life cycle.
Digital Fluency & AI Capability: Highly tech-savvy with practical knowledge of modern workflow automation and AI tools to optimise productivity.
Creative & Analytical Mindset: Exceptional aesthetic sensibility, strong graphic sense, sharp analytical capability and meticulous attention to detail.
Interpersonal Excellence: Highly resourceful team builder with strong diplomacy, communication and negotiation skills suitable for a close-knit, fast-paced environment.
Adaptability: Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends, to support key events and operational needs.
Working Hours
Five full days a week (with necessary flexibility for scheduled evening or weekend events).
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