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Job: Executive Director at Japan America Society of Washington (State)

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via JETAADC President Mack Maloney who received it from the National Association of Japan America Societies. Posted by Dipika Soni (Ishikawa-ken, 2003-06). Dipika currently works as an in-house translator for PFU (a Fujitsu company) in Kahoku-shi, Ishikawa-ken. She is also the vocalist for the Japanese hardcore punk band DEGRADE.

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Job Position: Executive Director at The Japan-America Society of the State of Washington (http://www.jassw.org)

Job Details:

The Executive Director is accountable to the board of directors and serves as the general manager of the Society. There are two other Society staff along with unpaid interns and volunteers. All staff provides member support including programs, membership, educational and operational duties.

Responsibilities of the Executive Director include the following:

Overall Direction of the Society
Managing the office and initiating and leading the annual and multi-year strategic business and program planning process in close collaboration with the Board and Executive Committee for their review and approval. Upholds and models the mission statement, values, vision, and community tradition of the Society, modeling a high degree of accountability.

Financial and Budget
Initiating and leading the fund development efforts, financial management, and annual budgeting process in close collaboration with the Board and Executive and Finance Committees for their review and approval.

Program Development and Implementation
Initiating and leading interesting and innovative programs. This includes identifying prospective program offerings, recruiting speakers, arranging venues and maximizing attendance. The Executive Director collaborates with the Program Committee and executes program plans. The three major standing annual fund development programs include the annual meeting, golf tournament and the holiday celebration and auction.

Membership Recruitment/Retention
Initiating and implementing membership recruitment and retention strategies. The Executive Director collaborates with the Membership Committee in being responsible for recruiting new and retaining existing members.

Management and Administration
Managing an office of three staff in a collegial and supportive environment. Models accountability and ensures all staff is held to the highest level of performance.

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What Leadership Capabilities are Essential?

1. Demonstrates the highest level of accountability, integrity and ethical standards.
2. Works collaboratively with the Board, Executive Committee and staff and others in ensuring that JAS
activities are consistent with our Mission Statement.
3. Possesses a creative yet practical mindset.
4. Experienced and successful in fund development campaigns.
5. Ability to inspire and encourage staff to perform at their highest capabilities.
6. Ability to work effectively and positively with volunteers at all levels.
7. Demonstrated ability to effectively recruit new and retain existing members of a membership
organization.
8. Demonstrated ability to have planned, coordinated and implemented successful programs for a
membership organization.
9. Demonstrated ability to prepare annual operating budgets and related financial components.
10. Natural ability to interact with members, board, affiliated organizations and the public in building a
positive image for the Society.
11. Naturally convey a sense of cooperation and collaboration with members and other affiliated
organizations which fosters the Society’s mission statement.

What Other Professional Experience Is Important?

1. Lead an organization, company, or a department with specific measurable objectives.
2. Demonstrated ability of communicating effectively verbally and in writing to diverse audiences.
3. Demonstrated entrepreneurial and innovative skills in goal achievement.
4. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with line staff as well as your direct report.
5. Working knowledge of MS Office Suite and database/financial software required.
6. Fund and program development. Grant writing experience is a plus.

What Personal Style and Attributes Are Desirable?

1. Collegial, inclusive style of managing characterized by openness and accessibility.
2. Broadly informed individual who demonstrates excellent critical thinking, project management,
strategic, and analytical skills.
3. Excellent organization skills and relishes multiple concurrent task management.
4. Natural ability to model and convey trust.
5. Ability to engender cooperation and collaboration with individuals and organizations.
6. Japanese/English bilingual and bicultural skills preferred but not required.

Compensation:

The total compensation package for the Executive Director position is competitive. Details will depend on
the background and experience of the candidate.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in applying for this position,
please submit the following via email to SelectionCommittee@jassw.org:

a) A letter summarizing the alignment of your qualifications and experience with the criteria as defined in
this announcement;
b) A resume or professional curriculum vitae, outlining your educational background, work experiences,
dates, nature of your responsibilities and outcomes; and
c) A list of references with names, addresses and current telephone numbers of the following:
1) individuals with whom you have worked: 2) individuals who have reported to you; and 3) other colleagues
or community leaders who would provide insights into your candidacy.

Questions?
Contact: Selection Committee, Japan-America Society at SelectionCommittee@jassw.org

~ NO PHONE OR FAX COMMUNICATIONS PLEASE ~

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, January 10, 2011.

About The Japan-America Society of the State of Washington (JAS):

The Japan-America Society of the State of Washington (JAS), established in 1923, is a not-for-profit, non-partisan, 501(c)3, private membership-based organization with an office located in downtown Seattle. The Society is dedicated to building communication, understanding and long-lasting relationships between the peoples of Japan and Washington State. JAS fosters Japan-Washington State trade, business, and cultural activities through programs featuring high level government dignitaries from the U.S. and Japan; prominent U.S. and Japanese business leaders; sponsoring various business and trade seminars; and the Japan in the Schools (JIS) educational program for students in the region. The membership of JAS consists of approximately 110 private and public corporation and other entities along with approximately 125 individual members. JAS is governed by a board of up to 47 elected and additional designated directors representing leaders from the private and public sectors.