Project Associate & Innovation Consultant, CIC Catalyst - Tokyo, JP

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY WORK

The Project Associate at CIC Catalyst will focus on strategically expanding CIC Catalyst influence and business operations in Japan. As a Project Associate, you will work with all stakeholders involved and will need to coordinate and liaise with all internal and external stakeholders based throughout the CIC network. This includes, but not limited to, expanding our projects to private sectors, creating new innovation clusters for industries across CIC network, expanding CIC Catalyst’s market access services to new industries and the East Asian market, creating new innovation products and services that can scale throughout CIC network.

Potential responsibilities will include:

Project Support & Coordination
- Assist in the development and management of project plans, timelines, and budgets to support successful project delivery.
- Support the definition of project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
- Help monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and assist in implementing strategies to keep projects on track.

Client Support & Relationship Building
- Assist in drafting plans for new projects and support proposals to potential clients.
- Serve as a support point of contact for clients, ensuring clear communication and understanding of project objectives.
- Help build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in technology companies and government agencies.
- Participate in regular meetings with clients to review project status and assist in addressing concerns.

Team Collaboration & Learning
- Collaborate with project teams, including internal consultants and external partners, to support project objectives.
- Contribute to a collaborative work environment that encourages creativity, innovation, and knowledge sharing.
- Learn from senior team members and seek opportunities to develop your skills.

Quality Assurance & Reporting Support
- Assist in ensuring that all project deliverables meet quality standards and client expectations.
- Support the preparation and presentation of regular project status reports to clients and senior management.
- Participate in post-project evaluations to learn from lessons identified and areas for improvement.