Bilingual Project Assistant, Public Affairs — Hybrid

Pasona N A, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasona N A, Inc. in New York seeks a Project Assistant for the Public Affairs Department to support SME Overseas Business Development and events. This role blends project coordination with administrative duties in a bilingual environment.

You will assist with trade shows, webinars, and meetings, coordinate with e-commerce partners, and prepare materials while ensuring accuracy and timely reporting. English and Japanese fluency are required, along with strong MS 365 skills.

Qualifications

• Strong Japanese-language skills, including business writing and professional communication.
• Ability to read and understand English and handle business communication in English via email and phone.
• Strong communication and coordination skills, with the ability to interact professionally and carefully with internal teams and external clients.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 applications, including tools such as Copilot, OneNote, Planner, and Lists.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, including basic calculations, chart creation, and preparation of presentation materials.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when handling internal procedures, reports, and administrative tasks.
• Willingness and ability to handle a broad range of general administrative responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Support projects and programs led by the Public Affairs Department's SME Overseas Business Development Support Group, including digital marketing-related initiatives.
• Assist with the preparation and operation of trade shows, business matching events, webinars, and other events for Japanese companies held several times per year.
• Coordinate communications with e-commerce platform operators, buyers, industry experts, Japanese companies, and relevant internal departments.
• Assist with meeting preparation, coordination, and preparation of presentation materials and other documents.
• Conduct research and gather information using online resources and databases.
• Assist with preparing brief reports and sharing relevant information.
• Provide general administrative and accounting support, as well as other duties assigned by the team.

Skills

Japanese language

English communication

Coordination

Attention to detail

Administrative support

Presentation support

Tools

Microsoft 365

Copilot

OneNote

Planner

Lists

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Pasona N A, Inc. in New York seeks a Project Assistant for the Public Affairs Department to support SME Overseas Business Development and events. This role blends project coordination with administrative duties in a bilingual environment.

You will assist with trade shows, webinars, and meetings, coordinate with e-commerce partners, and prepare materials while ensuring accuracy and timely reporting. English and Japanese fluency are required, along with strong MS 365 skills.