The EU-Japan Centre for Industrial Cooperation is seeking experienced industry specialists to serve as Industry Experts (Day 2) for its Business Training Modules.

From 2026, the Centre's long-standing Get Ready for Japan programme is being restructured and integrated into its business missions as Business Training Modules — a two-day online preparation format for European companies preparing to engage with the Japanese market. Day 2 is dedicated to vertical industry expertise: sector-specific insights, market intelligence, and practical guidance directly aligned with each mission's business objectives.

This assignment goes beyond a one-day webinar. Selected experts will develop a comprehensive industry market report, deliver a sector-focused online session, and provide follow-up support to participants in the lead-up to their mission.

Mission sectors and periods

• Biotech / Digital: October 2026 & 2027
• Nanotech: December 2026 & 2027 (TBD)
• Smart Factory & Robotics: February 2027 & 2028
• Space / Green: March 2027 & 2028
• Defence: 2027 only

For more information about the specific Business Missions and their respective sectors, please visit the individual mission pages.

Profile sought

We welcome applications from professionals with:

• deep, demonstrable expertise in one of the above sectors and the Japanese market
• experience in market analysis, consulting, or executive-level training
• strong English communication skills and a practical, business-oriented approach

Deliverables

• Incorporation of participant profiles and expectations into content (based on a pre-mission questionnaire)
• Industry market report (up to 30 pages) tailored to the mission sector
• Sector-focused live webinar (duration to be proposed by the expert)
• Slide deck in PDF for participants
• Availability for follow-up questions from participants after the webinar until the start of the mission

Engagement and remuneration

Selected experts are appointed for a two-year period, typically covering one mission per year:

• Year 1 (full delivery including market report development): EUR 6,000
• Year 2 (updated delivery): EUR 4,000

Continuation into Year 2 is subject to satisfactory performance, evaluated on the basis of report quality, webinar delivery, and participant feedback.

Application deadlines

• Biotech, Digital: 1 June 2026
• Smart Factory & Robotics, Space, Green, Defence: 1 September 2026

Early submission is encouraged.

How to apply

Please consult the Terms of Reference before applying.

For applications and enquiries, please contact us at:
topical@eu-japan.or.jp