Qualifications
- Proven experience in event coordination or project management- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment- Passion for innovation and community engagement- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and event management software- Fluency in English and Japanese is a plus
About the job
Become an integral part of our team as an Events Coordinator, where you will significantly contribute to the organization and execution of events that unite businesses, inspire innovators, and strengthen community ties. In this pivotal role, you will facilitate events that create valuable connections for both large corporations and emerging startups, while actively engaging the innovation ecosystem to enhance the vibrancy of CIC’s spaces. We are seeking a personable and highly organized individual for this dynamic full-time position, perfect for someone with a genuine enthusiasm for bringing people together. Does this resonate with you?
ABOUT CIC & O-Nexus (Osaka Lifescience Nexus)
CIC operates a global network of innovation campuses that foster connections among startups, scale-ups, corporations, and public entities. Established in 1999, CIC manages over 1.5 million square meters of innovation-oriented workspaces, laboratories, and event venues across North America, Europe, and Asia. CIC also curates innovation-focused programming, cultivates industry clusters, and delivers top-tier innovation consulting. The Osaka Life Science Nexus will blend workspace with impactful programming to serve as a focal point for the innovation community, linking the region to the global ecosystem, particularly through a specialized medical complex dedicated to life sciences. This strategic venture marks CIC’s third innovation campus in Japan and its 11th global location. Furthermore, Nexus will feature compact offices and incubator spaces to foster collaboration between academia and healthcare institutions, located on the 8th and 9th floors of the Nakanoshima Qross Building. This facility will comprise approximately 123 private offices, a coworking area with about 30 seats, conference rooms, a kitchen/cafe, a game room, and other shared amenities.
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YOUR DAY-TO-DAY WORK
Events are essential for engaging the community, creating connections, and providing insights through industry-specific gatherings, startup workshops, and initiatives aimed at promoting diversity at CIC. You will collaborate closely with the Event Manager at Osaka Life Science Nexus, while working alongside the Concierge, Operations, and Sales teams.
About CIC
CIC is a leader in creating innovation ecosystems, providing a collaborative space where startups, scale-ups, and established companies can thrive. With a commitment to fostering innovation, CIC offers a vibrant environment that supports creativity, entrepreneurship, and community engagement.