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HR Excellence
Awards 2013
Hong Kong Institute of
Human Resource Management

Content
Introduction ............................... 3
Associate Assessor
Judging Panel &
Organising Committee ................ 4
Awards Categories ...................... 5
Application ................................. 6
Supporting Organisations
Awards Milestones ...................... 7
Judging Criteria :
Organisational Awards
Strategic HR Category ................ 8
HR Practices Category ................ 9
HR Service Provider Category ... 10
SME Category .......................... 11
Individual Awards ..................... 12
Terms & Conditions ................... 13
Media Partners
HR Excellence Awards 2012 ....... 14
Hong Kong Institute of Human Resource Management
Suite 1503, 15/F, 68 Yee Wo Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
Tel : (852) 2837 3822 / 2837 3823
(Project & Event Department)
Fax : (852) 2881 6062
Email : awards@hkihrm.org
Website : www.hkihrm.org

Introduction
Hong Kong Institute of Human Resource Management (HKIHRM), the leading HR professional body in Hong
Kong, presents the HR Excellence Awards to recognise organisations and individuals who achieve business
success through outstanding people strategies and practices.
We Value
• Strategies and practices that deliver direct impact on business performance;
• Total solutions which are integrated with the other core elements of an organisation; and
• Innovations that set new standards for the industry.
Benefits
For applicants:
• Sharpen the focus of its own practices on business performance;
• Identify outstanding people management practices and practitioners;
• Foster pride and inspiration in the organisation;
• Motivate the HR team facilitating alignment of the team’s activities to the broader business goals; and
• Provides access to external, independent benchmarks of achievements.
For awardees:
• Aspire to high professional standard;
• Gain creditability in the HR industry and the broader organisation community;
• Accept public recognition at the Awards presentation ceremony;
• Being acknowledged in the HKIHRM website, publications, media publicity etc;
• As role models, to recount their successful case studies at various events, which is a good opportunity for
businesses and organisations to enhance branding and reputation; and
• Have rights to use the HKIHRM HR Excellence Awards logo on name card, letterhead and other promotional
materials for two years after the Awards presentation ceremony. This provides a valuable marketing tool in
communicating with existing and potential customers and business counterparts.
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Judging Panel & Organising Committee
Judging Panel Chair
Panel Judges
Hon. Matthew Cheung Kin-chung
GBS, JP
Secretary for Labour and Welfare
The Government of the HKSAR
Francis Mok
President
HKIHRM
Stanley Lau
BBS, MH, JP
Deputy Chairman
Federation of
Hong Kong Industries
Prof. Raymond So
Dean
School of Business
Hang Seng
Management College
Ni Quiaque Lai
Head of Talent
Engagement and
Chief Financial Officer
Hong Kong Broadband
Network Ltd
David Li
Vice President
HKIHRM
Organising Committee
Chairperson
David Li
Vice President
HKIHRM
Other
Members
Francis Mok President
HKIHRM
Eliza Chan Senior Vice President - HR
Citi Hong Kong
Winnie Chiu HR & Administration Director
AsiaWorld-Expo
Management Ltd
Sunny Fong Regional Vice President
HR Business Partner & Total
Compensation
McDonald’s Asia / Pacific /
Middle East / Africa
Anita Law People & Culture Director
World Vision International
- China Office
Leung Pik Wah Director
Sino Era Group Ltd
Julita Leung Chairperson
Minimum Wage & Standard
Work Hours Taskforce
HKIHRM
Dave Li Honorary Treasurer
HKIHRM
Anthony Mak Principal Assistant Secretary
(Training & Development)
Civil Service Bureau
The Government of the
HKSAR
Sabrina Tin CEO & Managing Partner
E Spire Ltd
Ada To Vice President - HR
Li & Fung (Trading) Ltd
Johnny Wan Management Consultant
Wisharp Consulting Ltd
Monisa Wan Vice President
HKIHRM /
Head of HR Unit
The Open University of
Hong Kong
Elisa Wong Vice President - HR Asia
Pacific
Hilti Asia Ltd
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Awards Categories
Organisational Awards
A. Strategic HR Category • Excellent Business Partner Award
• Excellent Cultural Change Award
• Excellent Talent Management Award
B. HR Practices Category • Excellent Employee Engagement Award
• Excellent Learning & Development Award
• Excellent Reward Management Award
• Excellent Sourcing & Staffing Award
C. HR Service Provider Category • Excellent Education & Training Provider Award
• Excellent Employee Service & Wellness Provider Award
• Excellent HR Information System Provider Award
• Excellent Sourcing & Staffing Provider Award
D. SME Category • Excellent SME Award
Individual Awards
• Excellent HR Leader
• Excellent HR Professional
• Rising Star
Grand Award of the Year
• Winner will be chosen from the awardees under the “Strategic HR Category” and “HR Practices
Category”, and selection is subject to the discretion of the judging panel.
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Application
Application Criteria
The HKIHRM HR Excellence Awards 2013 is open to organisations of any size or type with operations in Hong
Kong, Macau, Mainland China or the Asia-Pacific Region. The submitted HR initiative can cover any of these
areas. Interested parties are welcome to apply the following awards:
• Organisational Awards
For any organisation with operations in Hong Kong, Mainland China and / or other Asia Pacific jurisdictions.
Applicants may apply for more than 1 award category and are allowed to submit more than 1 application
under each award category. The initiative / project should be implemented in the past 24 months (from
1 May 2011 to 30 April 2013) with proven results and quantifiable achievements.
• Individual Awards
Excellent HR Leader – by invitation only
Excellent HR Professional and Rising Star – candidates should be nominated by current employers. Each
organisation can nominate a maximum of 3 candidates.
How to Apply
Applicants are required to complete the HR Excellence Awards 2013 Application Form (Application Form),
which can be downloaded from www.hkihrm.org. The completed Application Form should be emailed to
awards@hkihrm.org no later than 18:00 hrs on 16 May 2013. Acknowledgement emails will be sent to all
successful applicants.
Application Fee
• NO application fees will be charged during the early-bird period (10 April 2013 to10 May 2013).
• Deadline for early-bird application is 10 May 2013 (Friday).
• An application fee of $3,500 per application will be charged after the early-bird period.
• Application fees for Excellent SME Award and all individual awards are waived throughout the whole
application period.
Key Dates
10 April 2013 Open for application
10 May 2013 Early-bird deadline closed
16 May 2013 (18:00 hrs) Application closed
2, 4, 15, 16, 17, 18 July 2013 First interview
28 August 2013 Final judging interview
8 October 2013 Awards presentation ceremony
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Awards Milestones
Submission of application
10 April – 16 May 2013
Early-bird period:
10 April – 10 May 2013
Non-early-bird period:
11 May – 16 May 2013 18:00 hrs
Interested organisations / individuals are required to complete
the Application Form (which includes brief report of no more than
1,000 words). Applicants must address all the key questions stated.
Application fee of HK$3,500 will be waived during the early-bird
period as well as applications for Excellent SME Award and all
individual awards throughout the whole application period.
First interview
2, 4, 15, 16, 17, 18 July 2013
Shortlisted applicants will be notified by mid-June 2013 and they
will be invited to deliver a 15-minute presentation in English /
Cantonese / Putonghua, followed by a 10-min Q&A session by the
organising committee members. Maximum of 3 representatives
can attend the interview.
Submission of detailed report
Early August 2013
Finalists are required to complete a detailed report (no more than
2,500 words) based on relevant judging criteria.
Final interview
28 August 2013
Finalists will be invited to deliver a 5-minute presentation in English
/ Cantonese / Putonghua, followed by a 5-minute Q&A session by
the judging panel. The judging panel will select the awardees.
Awards presentation ceremony
8 October 2013
Results of the HR Excellence Awards 2013 will be announced.
Application
Applicants are required to complete the Application Form, which includes a brief report
of no more than 1,000 words in English / Chinese and must address all questions stated
on the Application Form.
Download application form : www.hkihrm.org
Submission and enquiry : awards@hkihrm.org
Application period : 10 April 2013 to 16 May 2013
Submission deadline : 18:00 hrs on 16 May 2013
scan to download
application form
Enquiries
Project & Event Department:
Tel : (852) 2837 3822 (Karen Lau)
(852) 2837 3821 (Winnie Yip)
Fax : (852) 2881 6062
Email : awards@hkihrm.org
Website : www.hkihrm.org
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Judging Criteria
- Organisational Awards
• Excellent Business Partner Award
• Excellent Cultural Change Award
• Excellent Talent Management Award
A. Strategic HR Category
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The initiative / project should be implemented in the past 24 months (from 1 May 2011 to 30 April 2013) with
proven results and quantifiable achievements.
Score
1. Methodology of the initiative / project 30
1.1 Core concept of the initiative / project 5
The principle and the methodology of the HR initiative that are related either to business
partner(s), cultural change or talent management.
1.2 Objectives and goals of the initiative / project 10
Overall project objective(s) and the expected goal(s) (e.g. aligns human resource
management strategies with business objectives and the external environment, facilitates
and supports change initiatives in response to internal and external business operation
environment) in driving the success of the organisation and aligning organisational
objectives with the needs of stakeholders.
1.3 Degree of complexity 5
The level of complexity of the initiative / project which indicates the level of challenges
brought to the organisation during implementation.
1.4 Ethical behaviour and sustainable development 10
Sound ethical practice of the initiative / project which underpins and is intrinsic to the
organisation. The continued commitment made by the initiative / project to improve
the quality of life of the workforce, community and society to ensure the sustainable
development of the organisation.
2. Execution of the initiative / project 30
2.1 Approach of initiative / project delivery 15
The approach used to deliver the message of the initiative / project within the organisation,
in particular, suitability and effectiveness of such approach.
2.2 Management of stakeholders’ expectations 15
The way of managing stakeholders’ expectations to the change brought about by the
initiative / project.
3. Achievement and outcome 30
3.1 Outcome evaluation 10
The way the (intangible and quantifiable) results are obtained and evaluated.
3.2 Initiative / project contribution to business performance 10
The contribution made by the initiative / project to enhance the organisation’s effectiveness
and meet the organisational goals.
3.3 Initiative / project contribution to stakeholders 10
Benefits that the initiative / project brings to the stakeholders of the organisation, including
staff, clients and the management of the organisation.
4. Creativity and innovation 10
4.1 Creativity and innovation of the initiative / project in fostering organisation flexibility 10
and competitive advantages.
Total : 100

• Excellent Employee Engagement Award
• Excellent Learning & Development Award
• Excellent Reward Management Award
• Excellent Sourcing & Staffing Award
B. HR Practices Category
The initiative / project should be implemented in the past 24 months (from 1 May 2011 to 30 April 2013) with
proven results and quantifiable achievements.
Score
1. Methodology of the initiative / project 30
1.1 Core concept of the initiative / project 5
The principle and the methodology of the HR initiative that are related either to employee
engagement, learning & development, reward management or sourcing & staffing.
1.2 Objectives and goals of the initiative / project 10
Overall project objective(s) and the expected goal(s) (e.g. enhancing productivity,
improving communication, retaining talents, elevating employer branding) in driving
the success of the organisation and aligning organisational objectives with the needs of
stakeholders.
1.3 Degree of complexity 5
The level of complexity of the initiative / project which indicates the level of challenges
brought to the organisation during implementation.
1.4 Ethical behaviour and sustainable development 10
Sound ethical practice of the initiative / project which underpins and is intrinsic to the
organisation. The continued commitment made by the initiative / project to improve
the quality of life of the workforce, community and society to ensure the sustainable
development of the organisation.
2. Execution of the initiative / project 30
2.1 Approach of initiative / project delivery 15
The approach used to deliver the message of the initiative / project into the organisation,
in particular, suitability and effectiveness of such approach.
2.2 Management of stakeholders’ expectations 15
The way of managing stakeholders’ expectations to the change brought about by the
initiative / project.
3. Achievement and outcome 30
3.1 Outcome evaluation 10
The way the (intangible and quantifiable) results are obtained and evaluated.
3.2 Initiative / project contribution to business performance 10
The contribution made by the initiative / project to enhance the organisation’s effectiveness
and meet the organisational goals.
3.3 Initiative / project contribution to stakeholders 10
Benefits that the initiative / project brings to the stakeholders of the organisation, including
staff, clients and the management of the organisation.
4. Creativity and innovation 10
4.1 Creativity and innovation of the initiative / project in fostering organisation flexibility and 10
competitive advantages.
Total : 100
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Judging Criteria
- Organisational Awards
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C. HR Service Provider Category
• Excellent Education & Training Provider Award
• Excellent Employee Service & Wellness Provider Award
• Excellent HR Information System Provider Award
• Excellent Sourcing & Staffing Provider Award
The service / project should be implemented in the past 24 months (from 1 May 2011 to 30 April 2013) with
proven results and quantifiable achievements.
Score
1. Methodology of the service / project 20
1.1 Core concept of the service / project to manage client(s)’ current and future challenges 5
The principle and the methodology of the service / project that are related either to
education & training, employee service & wellness, HR information system or sourcing
& staffing. In particular, the partnership with client(s) in developing of service / project
identifying and meeting client(s)’ current and future challenges.
1.2 Objectives and goals of the service / project to meet client(s)’ expectations 5
Objective(s) and the expected outcome(s) (intangible and quantifiable) of the service /
project, in achieving strategic results (e.g. return on investment) from client(s)’ prospective.
1.3 Degree of complexity 5
The level of complexity of the service / project which indicates the level of challenges
brought to the client(s) during implementation.
1.4 Ethical behaviour and sustainable development 5
Sound ethical practice of the service / project which underpins and is intrinsic to the client(s).
The continued commitment made by the service / project to improve the quality of life of
the workforce, community and society to ensure the sustainable business development.
2. Execution of the service / project 35
2.1 Approach of service / project delivery 20
The approach used to deliver the message of the service / project into the client(s)’
organisation, in particular, suitability and effectiveness of the approach.
2.2 Management of stakeholders’ expectations 15
The way to managing stakeholders’ expectations to the change brought by the service /
project, in particular, the effectiveness in gaining wide support and engagement from
client(s)’ prospective.
3. Achievement and outcome 35
3.1 Outcome evaluation 15
The way the (intangible and quantifiable) results are obtained and evaluated.
3.2 Service / project contribution to business performance 10
The contribution made by the service / project to meet the client(s)’ organisational goals
and enhance the client organisation(s)’ effectiveness.
3.3 Service / project contribution to stakeholders 10
Benefits that service / project brings to client(s)’ stakeholders, including staff, clients and
the management of the client(s).
4. Creativity and innovation 10
4.1 Creativity and innovation of the service/ project in fostering client(s)’ flexibility and 10
competitive advantages.
Total : 100

D. SME Category
• Excellent SME Award
Small to Medium Enterprises (SME) deal with many different challenges. This Award is especially designed for
the SME, to recognise its achievement in sustaining business growth and development as well as enhancing
the quality of the workforce, with limited resources through the implementation of HR related project /
solution. Organisations with 100 employees or below are eligible to apply this Award. The project / solution
should be HR related and implemented in the past 24 months (from 1 May 2011 to 30 April 2013) with proven
results and quantifiable achievements.
Score
1. Methodology of the project / solution 30
1.1 Core concept of the project / solution 5
Description of the project / solution with the principles behind and the methodology
adopted.
1.2 Objectives and goals of the project / solution 10
Objective(s) and the expected outcome(s), in terms of improving workforce quality,
contribution to business growth and operational effectiveness.
1.3 Degree of complexity 5
The level of complexity of the project / solution with regards to the limited resources
available.
1.4 Ethical behaviour and sustainable development 10
Sound ethical practice of the project / solution which underpins and is intrinsic to the
organisation. The continued commitment made by the project / solution to improve
the quality of life of the workforce, community and society to ensure the sustainable
development of the organisation.
2. Execution of the project / solution 30
2.1 Approach of project / solution delivery 15
The approach used to deliver the project / solution into the organisation in view of the
limited resources available.
2.2 Management of management expectation 15
The way to balance management’s expectations and improve workforce quality in view of
the limited resources available.
3. Achievement and outcome 30
3.1 Project / solution contribution to business performance 20
The contribution made by the project / solution to meet organisational goals (both
intangible and quantifiable), enhancing the organisation’s effectiveness and sustaining
business development.
3.2 Project / solution contribution in improving workforce quality 10
The way that the project / solution enhances workforce quality in terms of their productivity,
morale, loyalty to the company etc.
4. Creativity and innovation 10
4.1 Creativity and innovation of the project / solution in fostering organisation flexibility and 10
competitive advantages.
Total : 100
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Judging Criteria
- Individual Awards
Excellent HR Leader (by invitation only)
• Invitee at top-management level in HR profession with outstanding contribution to HR community
Excellent HR Professional (by nomination)
• Nominee with more than 8 years experience in HR profession and has contributed to his / her own
organisation with significant HR impact
Rising Star (by nomination)
• Nominee with less than 5 years experience in HR profession
scan for details
Applicants are highly recommended to make reference to the HKIHRM HR
professional standards model on which judging criteria are based. For details please
refer to http://www.hkihrm.org/index.php/ps/professional-standards-model.
Excellent Rising
HR Professional Star
Score
Score
1. Demonstration of HR knowledge 20 30
1.1 Scope and depth of HR professional areas
Identification of the scope and depth of core HR knowledge
in, but not limited to, employment law, sourcing and staffing,
reward management, learning and development, employee
engagement and business knowledge.
2. Demonstration of experience and skills 25 35
2.1 Roles and responsibilities
Definition of the roles and responsibilities which help to add
value to an organisation and contribute to its business success.
3. Demonstration of capability 25 35
3.1 HR competencies
Demonstration of capability (represented by desirable
behaviours at work), in terms of HR competencies, in the
areas of professional knowledge, business partnership, ethics,
customer / user focus and communication / influence.
4. Contribution 30
4.1 Contribution to business success of an organisation, both
intangible and quantifiable with significant strategic HR impact.
Total : 100 100
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Terms & Conditions
• Past applicants including awardees and finalists are eligible for applying the Awards.
• Organisations / individuals of the Awards organising committee, judging panel, sponsors, supporting
organisations, media partners are eligible for applying the Awards.
• Project that involves external consultants are eligible for applying the Awards. Nevertheless, the role of
these consultants should be justified and clearly stated.
• For third parties (i.e. consultants, trainers) applying the Awards on behalf of the client, written consent
from the client must be submitted along with the application.
• If the applicant’s initiative / project submitted for application has been designed for their client(s), the
applicant must provide written endorsement from the client(s) along with the application.
• The entire copyright, moral right and all other intellectual property rights of whatsoever nature in the
materials supplied by the Awards applicants shall continue to belong to the Awards applicants. These
rights are not affected by the applicant’s entry into the Awards which are based on any materials
supplied by the applicants.
• Names and details of applicants, submitted reports, presentation materials, and scoring information
developed during the review of applications are regarded as proprietary and are kept confidential. Such
information is available only to those individuals directly involved in the assessment and administrative
processes. Contact person’s name and position, telephone number, fax number and email address etc.
may be used by HKIHRM for liaison with the application in relation to the Awards activities.
• HKIHRM may request supplementary information from applicants during the judging process. Verification
of data submitted by applicants may be required.
• Applicants agree to co-operate with HKIHRM, who may wish to publicise applications. Commercial
sensitivity will be respected.
• The decision made by HKIHRM and the judging panel is final and binding in all aspects related to the
Awards.
• Feedback on applications will only be provided to the finalists.
• 1 awardee will be selected for each Award except the Excellent HR Professional and Rising Star.
• The Awards are non-transferable, non-negotiable and no cash alternative will be offered.
• HKIHRM reserves the right to withhold award(s) in all categories, subject to the discretion of the
organising committee and judging panel.
• All application fees are waived within the early-bird period. HKIHRM takes no responsibility for
incidental costs incurred by applicants.
• HKIHRM reserves the right to interpret, alter and amend any of these conditions and to issue
supplementary conditions and house rules at any time they consider necessary.
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HR Excellence Awards 2012
The HR Excellence Awards was a great success in
its launch year, receiving an impressive number
of entries and overwhelming support from the
business community. Thanks to a discerning
panel of judges, dedicated organising committee
members and generous sponsors, last year’s
Awards gave recognition to individuals and
organisations who achieved excellent people
management results.
Awardees:
Organisational Awards
Strategic HR Category
Excellent Business Partner Award
Sanfield (Management) Limited
Excellent Cultural Change Award
AsiaWorld-Expo Management Limited
Excellent Talent Management Award
PepsiCo Asia Pacific
HR Service Category
Excellent Sourcing & Staffing Award
Langham Place Mongkok
Excellent Learning & Development Award
Miramar Group
Excellent Employee Engagement Award
New Territories East Cluster,
Hospital Authority
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Individual Award
HR Service Provider Category
Excellent HR Service Provider Award
- Education & Training
SHL Hong Kong Limited
Excellent HR Service Provider Award
- Recruitment & Consulting / HRIS & Software
Bamboos Professional Nursing Services Limited
Rising Star Award
Ms Yuen Oi Wai, Ivy
MTR Corporation
Grand Award of the Year
Langham Place Mongkok
SME Category
Excellent SME Award
Richform Holdings Limited