Hiu Ching Desiree Fong
Summary
Experienced Policy Research Officer with a strong background in Security, Conflict, and Human Rights research. Skilled in writing tailored content for specific audiences and delivering high-quality reports, policy briefs, and strategic assessments. Proficient in monitoring media trends, building media relationships, and managing media partnerships. Proven track record in advocating for gender diversity and inclusion, resulting in significant policy changes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Officer
The Women's Foundation / Communications & Advocacy
04.2023 - Current
- Proven track record of monitoring English and Chinese media to identify emerging trends and insights, building strong media relationships, and delivering timely responses to current affairs.
- Manage media partnerships and coverage for high-profile events, including The Annual Boardroom Event and International Women's Day, generating significant recognition.
- Through leading social media optimization strategies, I achieved a 30% increase in follower count and a 40% improvement in engagement in six months.
- My advocacy initiatives in gender diversity and inclusion, in collaboration with stakeholders like the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, have contributed to the regulation ending single-gender boards by 2025
- Conduct in-depth research on critical issues such as sexual harassment and the gender pay gap, drafting influential reports and policy suggestions that support DE&I initiatives and promote sustainable economic growth. Highlights include: drafting detailed reports and policy suggestions, including the influential Caregiving Corporate-Benchmark Survey Report, Annual Government Policy and Budget Address Responses, and Best Practice Guides.
Strategic Advisor, Non-Executive Director
The New Normal Charity
01.2021 - Current
- Provide strategic leadership and direction to drive the growth of the organisation, ensuring that the organisation's mental health services effectively meet the diverse social needs of Hong Kong.
- Support and advise on strategies to align our services with the evolving requirements of diverse communities in Hong Kong
- Draft policy measures to ensure equitable and accessible mental health support, benefiting over 3,000 individuals in diverse communities since its inception in 2021
- Lead operational expansion from the UK to Hong Kong, ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations, and managing cross-cultural considerations and regulatory environments with expertise.
Co-Founder & Editor
Frontline Feminists
03.2020 - 04.2023
- Ensured accuracy, informativeness, and adherence to the highest editorial standards for all content produced.
- Conducted insightful interviews with renowned figures including Mikki Kendall, author of Hood Feminism; Alice Aedy, filmmaker and co-founder of Earthrise; and Brenda Alegre, Hong Kong's first openly transgender lecturer.
- Recognised on RTHK Radio in Hong Kong and invited as a guest speaker during Island School's Women's Liberation Week.
- Managed communications leading to the expansion of thousands of members, reaching over 30,000 individuals across Australia, Hong Kong, the US, Thailand, and the UK. Notably, our most successful post has been saved over 1,000 times and received over 3,000 likes, showcasing the platform's significant impact.
Seasonal Journalist
La Lberté
09.2017 - 09.2018
- Produced engaging weekly articles that captivated readers and fostered an appreciation for diverse cultures
- My work demonstrated strong storytelling skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to connect with a broad audience.
Education
MRes Security, Conflict and Human Rights -
University of Bristol
07.2024
MSc Gender and International Relations -
University of Bristol
08.2020
BA French and Spanish -
University of Southampton
07.2019
Research year -
Universitié de Fribourg
09.2018
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Report Writing
- Strategic Direction
- Multimedia storytelling
Certification
- Board Director Training, For Shared Impact, 03/01/24, 06/01/24
- Suicide First Aid Associate Tutor, City and Guilds, 06/01/24
Bio
Experienced Policy Research Officer with a strong background in Security, Conflict, and Human Rights research. Skilled in writing tailored content for specific audiences and delivering high-quality reports, policy briefs, and strategic assessments. Proficient in monitoring media trends, building media relationships, and managing media partnerships. Proven track record in advocating for gender diversity and inclusion, resulting in significant policy changes.
Awards
Most Influential Female Award, Barclays Bank UK, 06/01/17
Languages
English, Chinese (Cantonese)
Native language
Chinese (Mandarin)
Advanced
C1
Spanish
Proficient
C2
French
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Senior Officer
The Women's Foundation / Communications & Advocacy
04.2023 - Current
Strategic Advisor, Non-Executive Director
The New Normal Charity
01.2021 - Current
Co-Founder & Editor
Frontline Feminists
03.2020 - 04.2023
Seasonal Journalist
La Lberté
09.2017 - 09.2018
MRes Security, Conflict and Human Rights -
University of Bristol
MSc Gender and International Relations -
University of Bristol
BA French and Spanish -
University of Southampton
Research year -
Universitié de Fribourg
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