Minori Chikamatsu
Trade Adviser
2-24-17-206 Okamoto, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo
Summary
Accomplished Trade Adviser and Project Manager with a proven track record in public and private sectors. Expert in project management and bilingual communication, demonstrated by facilitating UK-Japan commercial partnerships and delivering cultural exchange projects.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Trade Adviser (Food & Drink)
Department for Business and Trade, British Embassy
04.2023 - Current
- Facilitating market entry and successful commercial partnerships in Japan for UK food and drink exporters.
- Managing a pipeline of opportunities for UK exporters, building extensive network with local partners.
- Conducting market research to identify challenges and opportunities in trade, supporting informed decision making.
In-house Translator
Yahoo Japan Corporation (Z Holdings Corporation)
10.2021 - 03.2023
- Responsible for Japanese to English translation in investor relations, working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Supporting departments cross-sectionally in external/internal communication.
- Developed task management tools to improve capacity and performance of team.
Arts Projects Officer
British Council Japan
4 2013 - 9 2021
- Organised showcases, visits and dialogues coordinating effectively with stakeholders to increase successful partnerships between arts sectors in UK and Japan.
- Managed website and social media, conducting analyses to optimise performance.
- Managed approximately 100 affiliate arts partners under "UK in JAPAN 2019-20" programme.
- Launched online festival "#CultureConnectsUs" in response to COVID-19 pandemic, adapting promptly to changing project requirements, maintaining flexibility without compromising results.
- Member of Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) working group responsible for driving EDI in organisation's work.
Education Promotion and Partnerships Officer
British Council Japan
08.2008 - 03.2013
- Organised Study in the UK Exhibitions and outreach activities across Japan to promote studying in the UK.
- Led creation of publications and websites in Japanese to support prospective students.
- Delivered forums and study tours to successfully strengthen UK-Japan partnerships in higher education.
Translation Project Coordinator
Idea Institute
04.2006 - 08.2008
- Managed multilingual translation projects in over 50 languages, demonstrating intercultural awareness and service-oriented mind.
- Responsible for resource allocation, scheduling, proofreading/editing and client support in a fast-paced environment.
Education
BA Liberal Arts
International Christian University
Tokyo, Japan 04.2002 - 2006.03
Completion of Curriculum
International Christian University High School
Tokyo, Japan 09.2000 - 2002.03
General Certificate of Secondary Education -
Northwood College Senior School
London, UK 04.1997 - 2000.06
Skills
Trade promotion
Cross-cultural communication
Project management
Outcome based planning
Monitoring and evaluation
Social media management/performance analysis
Microsoft Office
Languages
Japanese: native speaker
English: TOEIC score 980, TOEFL score 267, Eiken Grade 1
French: Futsuken Grade 2
Certification
Distinction in Specialist Skills and Knowledge, Education UK Award (Provider: British Council)
Timeline
Trade Adviser (Food & Drink)
Department for Business and Trade, British Embassy
04.2023 - Current
In-house Translator
Yahoo Japan Corporation (Z Holdings Corporation)
10.2021 - 03.2023
Education Promotion and Partnerships Officer
British Council Japan
08.2008 - 03.2013
Translation Project Coordinator
Idea Institute
04.2006 - 08.2008
BA Liberal Arts
International Christian University
04.2002 - 2006.03
Completion of Curriculum
International Christian University High School
09.2000 - 2002.03
General Certificate of Secondary Education -
Northwood College Senior School
04.1997 - 2000.06
Arts Projects Officer
British Council Japan
4 2013 - 9 2021
Distinction in Specialist Skills and Knowledge, Education UK Award (Provider: British Council)
2009-09
Level 5 Professional Certificate in Human Capital Investment Planning (Provider: ABDI LTD)
2014-08
Universal Manners Test (levels 2&3) (Provider: Mirairo)
2019-03
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