Japan Desk Coordinator - Cambridge, MA

Cambridge Innovation Center is seeking to hire a full-time, early career Japan Desk Coordinator to support the growing Japan Desk initiative in Cambridge, MA. This person will work closely with the Japan Desk's Program Managers, who serve as a touchpoint for Japanese companies seeking to tap into CIC and Boston's innovation ecosystem, as well as Boston-based companies looking to connect with Japanese partners. As part of CIC Catalyst, our consulting arm, this role may also support programming for international partners beyond Japan.

Responsibilities

Assisting with administrative details of acceleration programs in partnership with government offices and institutions such as JETRO, prefectural governments, and universities, including tracking attendance, tracking completion of homework and assignments, and helping with in-person programming logistics; Drafting feedback surveys and generating reports documenting program outcomes for government and partner organizations; Bridging international companies' needs to CIC and affiliate organizations and serving as an ambassador for the CIC brand and product; Contributing to organizing events ranging from casual meetups to conferences with the Japanese Consulate and other external partners, in Cambridge/Boston and in Japan; Supporting the design and delivery of Catalyst market access programs for international partner organizations, including program logistics, participant coordination, and reporting; Serving as a face for the Japan Desk team at programs and events

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; At least 1 year of professional experience; Professional-level English proficiency; Willingness to travel as needed; Availability to work onsite at the Cambridge, MA office 2 to 3 days per week; On days with in-person programming, working onsite all day is required; Flexibility to regularly work outside normal working hours (e.g., early morning and late evening) 2-3 days per week to accommodate Japanese partners

Nice to have

Advanced Japanese proficiency (equivalent to JLPT N2 or above); Experience working with Japanese companies or Japanese government agencies; Ability to understand spoken and written business Japanese

Benefits

100% company-paid premium healthcare and dental benefits; 100% company-paid long- and short-term disability and life insurance; 401k (must be 21+); 23 days of PTO accrued annually (more with seniority); Thirteen paid holidays; Access to a nursing room; Secure bicycle parking; Shower rooms with towels; Discounted services and memberships (e.g., gym memberships, tech and design support, hotel stays)