Jun 9

Job: Assistant Correspondent for Japanese news agency (Washington DC)

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The Washington, DC bureau of Japanese news agency Jiji Press is hiring for an assistant correspondent position. The position includes both news assistant and office manager responsibilities.

Qualifications:

  • Native or native-level English ability
  • US citizenship
  • Bachelor’s degree, ideally in Journalism, Japan studies, International Studies/Foreign Relations or a related field
  • Strong interest in watching/reading news and keeping abreast of current events
  • Basic computer skills required, advanced computer skills (software and hardware maintenance) strongly preferred
  • Japanese conversational ability preferredDuties:
  • Composing or reviewing and editing all English-language correspondence
  • Reviewing English-language news materials and forwarding relevant articles to reporters
  • Attending news briefings
  • Assisting reporters in interviews
  • Transcribing audio recordings
  • Planning travel for reporters
  • Managing the office, including ordering supplies, interacting with building maintenance and keeping track of utility bills and payments
  • Researching for articlesHOW TO APPLY:

    We are looking for a bright generalist who is comfortable working closely with others. Communications ability is critical. Salary for the position is $32,000-35,000 per year. Standard hours are 9 AM to 6 PM, plus compensated overtime during news events. Health care benefits and paid vacation are included.

    Please send a resume and cover letter as a PDF attachment to Andrew Gorcester at: applications@jijidc.com. Deadline is June 4, 2010.


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