Government Engagement Lead – Japan (japanese Speaking)

World Economic Forum

Tokyo, Japan
15+ years public sector experience in japan
Native level japanese and english proficiency
Experience with national and sub-national governments
The World Economic Forum is seeking a Government Engagement Lead to drive engagement efforts with Japan's national, prefectural, and municipal governments

Job Summary

  • The World Economic Forum is seeking a Government Engagement Lead to drive engagement efforts with Japan's national, prefectural, and municipal governments.
  • This role involves designing and delivering public-private collaborations while managing strategic projects and initiatives in the Centre for Regions, Trade and Geopolitics.
  • Candidates must possess an advanced degree and at least 15 years of professional experience working closely with Japan's public sector.

Matching Summary

The World Economic Forum is seeking a Government Engagement Lead to drive engagement efforts with Japan's national, prefectural, and municipal governments.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 15+ years public sector experience in Japan
  • Native level Japanese and English proficiency
  • Experience with national and sub-national governments
  • Track record in public-private partnership development

Nice-to-have

  • Fluency in additional languages beyond Japanese and English
  • Strong network within Japanese civil society and academia
  • Ability to thrive in a multicultural collaborative environment

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in political science, economics, or international relations
  • Minimum 15 years of experience engaging with Japanese government entities
  • Native-level verbal and written skills in Japanese and English

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