Bilingual Communications & Events Manager (DC Hybrid)

iiicareer | Interesse International Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/PSL available after 90 days

Health insurance after 30 days; 30% of

Dental and vision insurance after 30 d

401(k) eligibility

Paid summer vacation: 2 days annually;

Federal holidays + extra holidays

Job summary

Japanese Independent Research Institute in Washington, DC seeks a Communications & Operations Manager. The role focuses on bilingual communications, event coordination, nonprofit operations, and strong Japan–U.S. relations.

Hybrid full-time position requiring in-office presence at least 3 days/week. The candidate will draft communications, manage events, and support staff logistics while coordinating with speakers and partners.

Qualifications

• Excellent English communication (written & verbal).
• Japanese proficiency at JLPT N2 or above.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently or in a small team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word/Excel).
• Experience with Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Stock, Adobe Express or similar tools.
• Familiarity with Gmail and Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate conferences, seminars, and events, including venues, speakers, catering, AV, travel, and on-site support.
• Serve as a key point of contact for speakers, participants, clients, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Draft and edit official correspondence, newsletters, press releases, and scripts.
• Update and manage the organization’s website and social media accounts (X, LinkedIn, Facebook).
• Support PR, outreach, and promotion of events and programs.
• Create flyers and marketing materials using Adobe tools.

Skills

English proficiency

JLPT N2 or higher

Organizational skills

Multitasking / Prioritization

MS Office (Word/Excel)

Adobe tools

Gmail / Google Workspace

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Stock

Adobe Express

Google Workspace

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Japanese Independent Research Institute in Washington, DC seeks a Communications & Operations Manager. The role focuses on bilingual communications, event coordination, nonprofit operations, and strong Japan–U.S. relations.

Hybrid full-time position requiring in-office presence at least 3 days/week. The candidate will draft communications, manage events, and support staff logistics while coordinating with speakers and partners.