Kumon is the world's leading after-school enrichment program. It was founded in 1954 in Japan, and the Kumon Method originated from a father's love for his son. The programme has over 4 million students, and learning opportunities are offered in more than 60 countries and regions worldwide. The main goal of Kumon is to help individuals discover their potential and develop their abilities to the fullest, thus nurturing human capital that will contribute to global society.
If you share the same passion for developing children and seeking a meaningful career that contributes to their development on a global level, Kumon invites like-minded candidates to join as a Materials Associate.
Job Purpose:
To support students and Instructors in KAO region by providing update and error-free learning materials for use in all Centres, and to ensure that these materials are printed with accuracy and high quality. This is achieved through collaboration with branch offices and vendors. Additionally, to coordinate the registration and accommodation of the annual regional conference, and to provide onsite assistance to conference attendees to support the learning and development of franchisees and staff with the Kumon organisation mission and objective.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Apply established procedures and policies to effectively manage the Kumon materials data in the KAO region with the aim of producing error free materials.
- Provide data for monthly printing order to regional countries.
- Coordinating the implementation and subsequent follow-through tasks for new/ amendments/partial revisions of Kumon materials.
- Coordinating with vendors, including printers, and branch offices to guarantee the production of high-quality materials and their timely delivery.
- Achieving a successful and smooth registration process for the annual regional conference by communicating professionally with branch offices and offering support with onsite registration and other related duties.
- To handle administrative tasks pertaining to internal and external orders, as well as other requests. This includes coordinating logistics and registrations for regional meetings in close collaboration with branch offices and external vendors, when necessary.
Knowledge & Skills Requirements:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Work independently and prioritise workloads effectively
- Organised and meticulous to details
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office is required
- Required Chinese language skills for checking and organising Kumon Chinese language materials
Credentials & Experience:
- Minimum GCE 'O' Level
- 3-5 years of working experience in administrative work
- Previous experience in a printing company will be an advantage but not necessary
Special Requirements:
- Willing to travel
