We are offering you a chance to represent the business interests of Estonia and develop export opportunities for Estonian companies in Japan. Your work, in cooperation with Enterprise Estonia, Estonian honorary consuls and the Estonian diaspora, will help Estonian companies move on from one-off export transactions to become a part of the global value chains, and to find new markets for products and partners for making ideas a reality. Your position will be based in the Estonian Embassy in Tokyo. We are offering a fixed term-contract of 3-5 years in line with the laws of the host country.
Main duties
- mapping the economic situation of the host country, identifying new opportunities for exports and economic cooperation and presenting them to Estonian entrepreneurs, compiling action plans
- communicating with the agencies and business circles of Japan, as well as with the Estonian companies active in Japan and Japanese companies that have invested in the Estonian market; mediating contacts; offering advice on the business environment and providing support in problem-solving
- organising high-level business visits, business seminars and missions, networking and promotional events to introduce Estonia’s business environment and opportunities, including e-Residency opportunities
- helping to ensure a base of international contracts that would support external economic activities
We are looking for:
- a degree in economics or entrepreneurial experience; work experience in the same field or in a representation of another country or international organisation
- excellent English skills , good Japanese skills, Estonian skills recommended
- knowledge of entrepreneurship and the economic environment of Estonia, preferably already established contacts in exporting companies
- knowledge of the economy of Japan; the existence of or the ability to create a network of contacts; proficiency in communicating with Japanese enterprises and authorities
- experience in participating in an international project, work or managerial experience from the private sector
- a results-oriented attitude, independence, a sense of initiative and organisational skills
- excellent sales, presentation and communication skills
- a valid work and residence permit of Japan
To apply for the position, please send an email to [email protected] with the following documents:
- a CV in Estonian or English
- a motivation letter, including salary expectations
Expected starting date 01.04.2020
Deadline for applications 01.02.2020 (incl.)