Assistant Manager (Event, Japanese Speaking)

pasona singapore pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

International Trade in Central Singapore is seeking an Assistant Manager to support projects strengthening ties between Japan and Singapore start-up ecosystems.

You will coordinate with Singaporean companies, government entities and internal teams, prepare materials in Excel/PowerPoint, and help manage events.

JLPT N3 level Japanese and a diploma are required; marketing or event experience is a plus, with strong communication and scheduling skills.

Qualifications

• Diploma (minimum) required.
• PC skills (Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Teams) to handle documents.
• Conversational Japanese (JLPT N3+) to communicate with Japanese-speaking stakeholders.
• Experience in organising events (seminars/meetings/exhibitions) or in marketing roles is a plus.
• Marketing experience is a plus.
• Ability to manage schedules and internal administrative procedures accurately.

Responsibilities

• Coordination and communication with Singaporean companies, government agencies, and internal stakeholders; participation in meetings.
• Promotion through newsletters, social media, and event exhibitions.
• Preparation of simple materials using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Data entry and progress management in internal databases.
• Preparation of meeting minutes.
• Administrative support for seminars and events, assistance in report preparation.
• General administrative and project support tasks.

Skills

Japanese language (JLPT N3+)

Event organization

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Diploma

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Teams

Job description

• Company: International Trade

• Location: Central

• Position: Assistant Manager (20478)

• Entry level candidates with related background are welcome to apply

Job Description:

Our client is currently seeking an Assistant Manager to join their team in supporting various projects aimed at strengthening the connection between the start-up ecosystems of Japan and Singapore.

1. General Project Assistant Duties (Innovation Team)

Support various projects aimed at strengthening the connection between the start-up ecosystems of Japan and Singapore.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordination and communication with Singaporean companies, government agencies, and internal stakeholders; participation in meetings

• Promotion through newsletters, social media, and event exhibitions

• Preparation of simple materials using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Data entry and progress management in internal databases.

• Preparation of meeting minutes

• Administrative support for seminars and events, assistance in report preparation.

• General administrative and project support tasks

2. Innovation Team Projects

(1) Support for Foreign Direct Investment into Japan

• Support for Foreign Direct Investment into the company's Program: supporting overseas companies to establish and expand their business in Japan.

• Market information, business setup support, legal and tax consultation, and coordination with local governments.

(2) Projects for Major Japanese Corporations

• Supports international open innovation leveraging digital technologies.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum Diploma requirement

• PC skills (example: Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Teams) to handle documents.

• Conversational Japanese language skills (JLPT N3 or above), to communicate with Japanese-speaking stakeholders and clients.

• Experience in organising events (seminars, business meetings, exhibitions, etc.) or experience in marketing roles will be a plus

• Experience in a marketing-related role will be a plus

• Ability to manage schedules and handle internal administrative procedures accurately and in accordance with established rules and guidelines.

• Outgoing, positive, and personable, with strong interpersonal and communication skills