
Manager Government Partnerships Japan
1 week ago
**About the IB**
If you're looking to work for a global organization with a meaningful mission, and with colleagues all over the world, then the International Baccalaureate® (IB) may have the ideal opportunity for you The International Baccalaureate provides world-class educational services to over 5,500 schools across 159 countries. A career at IB is not just a job; it’s an opportunity to work with an innovative world leader in education services and contribute to our 50-year mission of creating a better and more peaceful world.
**About the Job (based in Japan)**
**Government Partnership Management**
- Maintain and develop relationships with state education authorities and any local and international organizations involved in the design and implementation of specialized educational solutions and services to achieve the goals of the IB’s governmental partnerships.
- Provide support to In-Country Educational Consultants and the IB Educators Network (IBEN) members, ensuring smooth collaboration and delivery of services.
**Education system level support**
- Develop proposals for educational solutions in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to respond to needs that emerge as IB’s governmental partnerships.
- Ensure the highest standards of quality assurance in both on-site and virtual delivery of educational solutions and services, aligning with IB's established expectations and benchmarks.
**Project management and stakeholder engagement**
- Project Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans outlining objectives, deliverables, delivery methods, milestones, budgets, and monitoring and evaluation strategies, including risk and scope management.
- Stakeholder Meetings: Lead regular meetings with both internal and external stakeholders to guide project steering and management, fostering collaborative decision-making.
- Risk Management: Identify, assess and monitor strategic risks and issues related to the projects and inter-projects. Develop and implement strategic risk mitigation and contingency plans.
- Formulate and navigate complex inter-project dependencies, showcasing an advanced understanding of strategic inter-project dynamics.
**Customer needs and data analytics**
- Data-Informed Decision Making: Ensure all decisions related to new projects, partnerships, and initiatives are grounded in comprehensive data analysis, utilizing insights from both internal and external sources to guide strategic directions.
**Team leadership and management**
- Support a team of educational consultants and members of IB Educator Network deployed on the project.
- Create a culture of high performance, continuous learning and improvement within the team.
**About You**
- Educational and Business Development Background: A Bachelor's degree complemented by proven experience in business development within an educational environment. This includes a track record of developing educational services and projects.
- Management and Facilitation: Proven experience in facilitating discussions, communicating effectively, and engaging with high-level representatives from national governments, international organizations, and foundations.Strategic and Outcome-Focused Thinking: Strong strategic thinking capabilities with the ability to convert the IB's strategic visions into practical and achievable outcomes.
- Must be proficient in English and Japanese.
- Interpersonal and Communication Expertise: Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and presentation abilities, both written and verbal, complemented by high professional maturity, a diplomatic approach, and a keen analytical perspective.
- Risk Management Acumen: A solid understanding of business risk, alongside adeptness in devising and implementing effective risk management and mitigation strategies.
- Adaptability and Initiative: Thrives in dynamic environments, demonstrating a proactive approach, the ability to work autonomously, and the capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Technical Proficiency: Highly skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), showcasing a strong command of these essential tools.
-
Manager, Government Partnerships
2 weeks ago
Singapore International Baccalaureate Full time**Manager, Government Partnerships** The Government Partnerships Team is tasked with establishing a diverse and inclusive educational ecosystem by forging and managing partnerships with education ministries, boards, governmental bodies, and international organizations. The team also oversees the design and delivery of consultancy services to aid these...
-
Assistant Director, Capability Management
5 days ago
Singapore Government Technology Agency Full timeOverview The Government Technology Agency (GovTech) aims to transform the delivery of Government digital services by taking an "outside-in" view, putting citizens and businesses at the heart of everything we do. We also develop the Smart Nation infrastructure and applications, and facilitate collaboration with citizens and businesses to co-develop...
-
Manager/Senior Manager, Sponsorship
5 days ago
Singapore Government Technology Agency (GovTech) Full timeManager/Senior Manager, Sponsorship & Local Partnership page is loaded## Manager/Senior Manager, Sponsorship & Local Partnershiplocations: NLB National Library Buildingtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 11 Days Agojob requisition id: JR- **(What the role is)**The National Library Board (NLB) nurtures Readers for Life, Learning Communities and a...
-
Assistant Director, Capability Management
7 days ago
Singapore Government Technology Agency (GovTech) Full time**(What the role is)**The Government Technology Agency (GovTech) aims to transform the delivery of Government digital services by taking an "outside-in" view, putting citizens and businesses at the heart of everything we do. We also develop the Smart Nation infrastructure and applications, and facilitate collaboration with citizens and businesses to...
-
Senior Business Development Manager
2 weeks ago
Singapore beBeeBusiness Full time $90,000 - $120,000Business Development in JapanDrive business growth and strengthen brand presence in the Japanese market.Lead overall business development and go-to-market strategies to drive user growth and strengthen brand presence.Conduct research on the Japanese market, including user behavior, regulatory landscape, and industry trends.Oversee localized marketing, public...
-
Singapore beBeeCybersecurity Full time $200,000 - $350,000Cybersecurity Governance Lead RoleWe are seeking a seasoned professional to assume the role of Cybersecurity Governance Lead in Asia South and Japan. As a key leader, you will be responsible for fortifying Citi's cybersecurity across all countries and organizations within this critical region.Job Description:This multifaceted role encompasses strategic cyber...
-
Country Manager, Japan · IQM Japan ·
7 days ago
Singapore IQM Finland Oy Full timeIQM is a global leader in designing, building, and selling superconducting quantum computers. IQM provides both on-premises full-stack quantum computers and a cloud platform to access its computers anywhere in the world.IQM customers include the leading high-performance computing centres, research labs, universities and enterprises which have full access to...
-
Country Manager, Japan · IQM Japan ·
7 days ago
Singapore IQM Finland Oy Full timeIQM is a global leader in designing, building, and selling superconducting quantum computers. IQM provides both on-premises full-stack quantum computers and a cloud platform to access its computers anywhere in the world.IQM customers include the leading high-performance computing centres, research labs, universities and enterprises which have full access to...
-
Director, Japan Desk
1 week ago
Singapore NCS Full time**Director, Japan Desk**: **Date**:27 May 2025 **Location**: Singapore, Singapore **Company**:Singtel Group **Director, Japan Desk** **Role Summary** We are seeking an experienced and driven **Director, Japan Desk** to lead business development, sales, consulting, and client engagement efforts with Japanese clients across the Pan-APAC region. This is a...
-
Head of Business Development, Japan
1 week ago
Singapore STRAITS FINANCIAL SERVICES PTE. LTD. Full time**Head of Business Development, Japan** Singapore Headquartered in Singapore with presence in the United States and Indonesia, Straits Financial serves as the financial services arm of the CWT Group, a global leading provider of integrated logistics and financial services. We provide a fully integrated service for our clients to access the financial and...