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オペレーションマネージャー/ Operations Manager

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A renowned nonprofit organisation is looking for an Operations Manager. The selected candidate will manage exam operations, service delivery, stakeholder coordination, risk compliance, and performance improvements across the assessment suite.

Responsibilities:

  • Execute operational plans aligned with project strategy, delivery standards, and supplier requirements
  • Manage logistics, resourcing, capacity planning, and service delivery performance
  • Strengthen stakeholder relationships and translate client strategies into operational procedures
  • Monitor exam security, compliance, risk controls, and contingency planning
  • Use data analysis and reporting tools to support operational decisions and regional updates
  • Lead team development, change integration, cross-functional collaboration, and supplier coordination

Requirements:

  • Associate degree or above (University degree in any field or relevant qualification is a plus)
  • Experience of planning and delivery in a fast-paced operational environment at a management level
  • Prior experience managing small teams or demonstrating management potentials
  • Proven experience of delivery change and ensuring that new ways of working are embedded
  • Background in overseeing production of goods/provision of services
  • Ability and willingness to travel
  • Native level spoken Japanese (JLPT N1 or equivalent)

Preferred requirements:

  • Experience working in exams environment
  • Prior experience of leading on delivery of computer-based exams
  • Proven experience of working with government and municipal offices

About the Company:

A global organisation working in the educational and cultural sector. The organisation aids in creating networks, exploring novel ideas, learning English, obtaining a top-notch education, and obtaining credentials that are acknowledged internationally. With over tens of thousands of employees and connections with hundreds of nations.

Keywords:

オペレーションマネージャー, 非営利団体, 教育サービス, 試験運営, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: 5TBRN3

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Procurement & Supply Chain

Focus: Operations

Industry: Not for Profit and Charities

Salary: ¥6,000,000 - ¥7,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Mid Management

Language: Japanese - Native

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: 5TBRN3-EC475F6E

Date posted: 16 June 2026

Consultant: James Phillips