Program Coordinator (Japan)
500 Startups, Japan

We uplift people and economies around the world through entrepreneurship.

We have backed more than 2,400 companies or 5,000+ entrepreneurs in 75+ countries. Notable investments in the 500 portfolio include Credit Karma, Twilio, Canva, Grab, Bukalapak, The RealReal, Talkdesk, Knotel, Udemy, and Ipsy. Most significantly, those companies have helped create thousands of jobs and delighted millions of customers all over the world. Because of our global network and expertise, we are in a unique position to build startups ecosystems worldwide.

The Ecosystems team contributes to 500 Startups' mission of developing innovation ecosystems around the world. We partner with corporates, investors, governments, and foundations to train and connect investors, startups, and corporate executives to our global tech-focused community and experts. Some of our hallmark programs include startup accelerators, startup bootcamps, investor education, bootcamp for accelerator managers, and corporate-startup engagement. 500 Startups also works to encourage best practices surrounding innovation to create positive and thriving global innovation ecosystems.

This role will be the key to a successful accelerator. You will be responsible for the daily success of the program creating a positive experience for all participants. Responsibilities will range from community management to logistical support. You will report to the program manager responsible for the overall program and account management. You will be responsible for performing administrative duties, support with virtual events and remote management. You will be expected to be available at all program stages and virtual/physical event times scheduled for the duration of the program. You will be interacting with mentors and up-and-coming startups on a daily basis.

Key Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

• Participate in the weekly syncs with the accelerator team
• Conduct outreach and help to recruit startups for the program
• Answer applicants’ questions and questions that require local knowledge
• Coordinate and manage Office Hours between the mentors and the founders/startups
• Plan and execute virtual social events for the batch
• Coordinate and oversee daily remote management
• Source and coordinate local industry speakers and investors to guest speak virtually for the accelerator, per the Program Manager’s request
• Send weekly batch emails (updates; housekeeping; next week’s events; new mentors; various deadlines, etc.)
• Update internal documents and tools for regular reporting and visibility
• Assist in prep for Demo Days, working with the startups, partners and vendors as needed
• Assist in delivery of the Demo Days, ensuring everything and everyone are managed accordingly
• Support the Program Manager in all aspects of the program.

Requirements

You are a great communicator, and understand how to navigate between multiple stakeholder needs. You are also driven, smart, and humble and are excited at the prospect of joining our #500STRONG family and helping us execute our vision to build thriving tech ecosystems around the world - and especially in Japan!

Must have

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Japanese
• Be one of the most organized people you know
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Experience in multitasking
• Capability to learn amp; adapt quickly
• Self-starter amp; prioritize to get tasks done efficiently
• Ability to work in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment under pressure
• Global and cultural awareness, be excited about working in a diverse environment with different types of people from around the world speaking different languages
• Passionate about startups
• Must be able to communicate and work with a team across several time zones

• Work authorization in Japan

Nice to have

• Relationship management experience
• Experience working internationally
• Familiarity with cross cultural business
• Experience coordinating large-scale events
• Experience within the startup ecosystem

Job Requirements:

• Are you physically located in Aichi Prefecture, Japan? If not, are you willing to relocate to Aichi Prefecture, Japan?
• Do you understand that this is 1-year contract based opportunity?

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