Project Coordinator: Cultural Exchange & Industry Engagement
Position: Project Coordinator
Company: Barefoot Limited
Employment Type: Full-time (30 hours per week)
Salary Range: $60,000 – $70,000 per annum
Company Overview
Barefoot Limited is a dynamic organization operating at the heart of cross-border exchange programs. We are evolving our focus from educational visits to high-level cultural exchanges and industry delegations between New Zealand and China. We facilitate impactful connections for industry professionals, cultural leaders, and experts, ensuring they experience the very best of both nations.
Position Purpose
We are seeking a highly organized and service-oriented Project Coordinator to serve as a core hub for our exchange projects. In this role, you will be responsible for end-to-end project delivery, stakeholder empowerment, and operational excellence. You will bridge the gap between project owners and vendors while ensuring all activities are compliant, data-driven, and professionally executed.
Key Responsibilities
· Act as the primary point of contact for industry experts, cultural leads, and project partners, providing precise guidance on program rules and service standards.
· Respond to complex queries and provide one-on-one professional support to ensure a seamless experience for all participants.
· Track and resolve multi-faceted feedback or issues through to completion, coordinating internal resources to enhance service satisfaction.
· Negotiate variations to service contracts to ensure specific professional and cultural objectives are met.
· Ensure all project documentation is maintained and that activities strictly adhere to both company policy and regulatory compliance standards.
· Monitor market and industry trends to identify risks and ensure the integrity of our cultural exchange programs.
· Collect and analyse core project data, including participant engagement, activity outcomes, and growth opportunities.
· Produce regular performance reports (daily/weekly/monthly) to advise senior management on project health and strategic adjustments.
· Utilize data insights to optimize project workflows and improve long-term operational efficiency.
· Coordinate the planning, logistics, and on-site execution of high-level cultural salons, industry forums, and delegation visits.
· Manage vendor performance and oversee service quality to ensure Barefoot’s high standards are consistently upheld.
· Conduct post-event reviews and feedback analysis to continuously improve project delivery.
Skills & Experience
· Must be fluent in both English and Chinese to facilitate high-level dialogue between professionals from both cultures
· Experience in project management, business support, or market operations is essential
· Minimum three years of relevant business experience
· Experience in industries requiring high compliance is highly preferred
· Proven ability to negotiate complex terms and act as an effective liaison between diverse stakeholders and vendors
· Strong data analysis skills with the ability to look beyond daily tasks to identify long-term growth opportunities
· Highly organized with strong attention to detail
· Ability to work under pressure while maintaining a service-oriented attitude
How to Apply
If you are a dynamic professional ready to empower cross-border cultural exchange, please submit your CV and a Cover Letter via the website.
For more information regarding this role, feel free to contact us.