ECP Spring 2026 - Japan Office
Support stakeholder engagement and community management efforts in Japan.
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Overview
Support stakeholder engagement and community management efforts in Japan.
You have:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; Proficiency in Japanese is required
- Strong organizational skills
- Interest in technology and innovation, sustainability
Objective of the Programme:
The Japan Office manages a dynamic portfolio of activities designed to address key priorities in Japan and globally by connecting leaders in Japan with their international counterparts. Working in close collaboration with government, business, innovators, academia, cultural leaders, and civil society, the Japan Office advances solutions informed by Japan’s unique experience and supports the country’s thought leadership in shaping both regional and global agendas.
Scope of Work:
- Support stakeholder engagement and community management efforts in Japan through the localized implementation of priority global Forum initiatives, including AI Transformation of Industries, MINDS, Hiroshima AI Process, Global Lighthouse Network and Yes Cities.
- Support collaboration with World Economic Forum Centres to research and monitor the latest developments in policies and technologies at national, regional, and global levels, and contribute to the design and implementation of localized programs in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.
- Support in facilitating cross-Centre collaboration mapping and coordinating cross-Centre discussions to advance new initiatives and events.
- Prepare meetings and event logistics in close collaboration with the Event Operations specialist in Japan.
- Provide day to day assistance and performing other tasks relevant to the team’s goals.
Value proposition of the Programme:
- Stakeholder Engagement and Community Management
- Evidence of increased engagement and participation from non-traditional sectors.
- Collaboration with Centre Teams and Program Development
- Contribution to research and monitoring of policy and technology trends at national, regional, and global levels.
- Cross-Centre Collaboration and Initiative Support
- Effectiveness in supporting the mapping and convening cross-Centre collaborations.
- Contribution to the successful launch or advancement of initiatives and events.
- Coordination and communication skills across teams.
Desired Skills and Competencies:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; Proficiency in Japanese is required
- Strong organizational skills
Interest in technology and innovation, sustainability
Why work at the Forum:
The Forum believes that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to improve the state of the world by building awareness and cooperation, shaping mindsets and agendas, and driving collective action. Join us and become a driver for positive change!
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you successfully engaged a stakeholder for a project? | This question assesses your ability to interact and build relationships with various stakeholders. | Provide a specific example, focusing on your communication strategies and the outcome of the engagement. |
| How do you manage multiple tasks and prioritize your work effectively? | This question evaluates your organizational skills and ability to handle diverse responsibilities. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to facilitate collaboration among team members? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Explain your experience with event logistics and planning. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you stay updated with trends in policy and technology? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What do you believe is the importance of community management in achieving project goals? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a challenging communication issue you faced and how you resolved it. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What interests you most about working for the World Economic Forum? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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