Website:
educationjapan.co.in
Job details:
Position: Event Manager / Event Associate – Sakura Quest & Others
Location: Noida (On-site)
Company: Education Japan
About Sakura Quest:Sakura Quest is a flagship Indo-Japan education and cultural event bringing together Japanese universities, organizations, and Indian students. The event is designed to promote higher education opportunities in Japan and strengthen Indo-Japan academic collaboration.
Education Japan organises other such events regularly to create awareness and recruit highly talented students who want to pursue education in Japan.
About the Role:We are looking for a highly organized and execution-driven Event Manager / Event Associate to support the planning and on-ground execution of Sakura Quest and other such events. This role involves coordinating with Japanese delegates, managing student participation, and ensuring a seamless event experience.
Responsibilities:
- Delegate & Stakeholder Coordination
- VIP and panelist coordination
- Communicate and coordinate with Japanese university delegates and partner organizations
- Manage schedules, requirements, and logistics for international participants
- Ensure smooth communication across time zones and cultural contexts
- Student Mobilization & Registrations
- Drive student registrations for the event (schools, colleges, direct outreach)
- Manage registration processes, databases, and confirmations
- Coordinate with counselors and marketing team to ensure strong student turnout
- Event Planning & Execution
- Assist in planning event flow, sessions, and logistics
- Coordinate with vendors, venue teams, and internal stakeholders
- Manage volunteers and assign roles/responsibilities
- Ensure smooth on-ground execution during the event
- Operations & Coordination
- Track timelines, deliverables, and dependencies across teams
- Handle last-minute changes and problem-solving during execution
- Maintain high standards of organization and communication
Qualifications:
- 2–4 years of experience in event management / coordination / operations
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- Strong organizational and multitasking ability
- Ability to handle multiple stakeholders and work under pressure
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and solution-focused
- Interest in Japan / international education is a strong plus
- Basic understanding of Japanese language or culture is an advantage (not mandatory)
Required Skills:
- Someone who takes ownership and ensures things get done
- Strong follow-up and coordination skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Willingness to go beyond defined responsibilities during event execution
What We Offer:
- Opportunity to work on a high-impact international event
- Direct exposure to Japanese institutions and global stakeholders
- Hands-on experience in large-scale event execution
- Growth opportunity within a fast-scaling organization
Location Requirement:
- This is a full-time, on-site role based in Noida
- Availability for extended hours during event periods is required
How to Apply:If you are highly organized, enjoy managing events, and can handle responsibility in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you.
Equal Opportunity Statement: We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices.
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