Job: Tokyo On-Site Coordinator (temp) – FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION
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Thanks to Jet alum Emily Golan for sharing this very JET relevant summer position. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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*** FYI, the deadline is Friday, June 15, 2012 ***
Position: On Site Coordinator
Posted by: Ayusa Study Abroad
Type: Full-time temp.
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Salary: 1,200 USD
Overview:
Ayusa Study Abroad, part of Intrax Cultural Exchange, is a premier study abroad organization that has assisted more than 60,000 students from around the world to live and study, in the U.S and overseas. We are currently seeking a responsible, dynamic, dependable self-starter for an On Site Coordinator Position for our high school summer cultural exploration program in Tokyo, Japan, July 13, 2012 – August 4, 2012.
The position of the On Site Coordinator directly impacts our participants’ experience and in the larger scope can change lives around the world – a role that offers personal rewards. In this position, the successful candidate will support high school students as they navigate their overseas experience. We are looking for a highly energetic and responsible individual who can perform the following duties for our summer program:
On-site and Pre-Departure Support:
•Assist in program preparations prior to start date, approximately 20 hours
•Escort students on international flights to and from Tokyo, Narita, including airport assistance as
needed
•Participate in pre-departure orientation in the U.S. via webinar
•Conduct arrival orientation in Tokyo in conjunction with our Tokyo staff, focusing on safety,
cultural adjustment, Ayusa support and program rules and regulations
•Provide student support throughout the duration of the program 24 hours/day, 7 days/week
•Be available for regular meetings with students and provide individual support as necessary
including for natural parents
•Facilitate effective communication between students, faculty and on-site staff
•Assist with the mediation of conflicts between students or between students and local on-site staff
if necessary
•Work closely with local Tokyo support staff on day to day program logistics and operations
•Work with Ayusa and the local on-site staff to coordinate and manage emergency response in the event
of illness, accident or other types of emergencies/natural disasters; assist in crisis management if
needed
•Accompany students on all extra-curricular activities and excursions
•Develop and facilitate interactive activities and excursions for the students
•Enforce Ayusa student program rules
•Represent Ayusa in a professional and friendly manner
•Provide Ayusa with weekly written program reposts sent via email to program manager in U.S.
•Manage a small budget for program incidental costs, submit final expense report including all receipts at program end
•Any other duties assigned by Ayusa
Qualifications:
Our ideal candidate will possess the following skills:
•Fluency in English and conversant in Japanese
•Experience living in or working in Japan
•College graduate or working towards degree
•Able to live in Japan for the duration of the program
•Experience working with high school aged students and leading groups
•Passion for international exchange, travel, education
•Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
•High-energy, enthusiasm and motivation
•Superior time management and multi-tasking skills, able to balance and prioritize multiple
responsibilities
•Self-starter, comfortable working independently and across cultures
•Demonstrated flexibility
•Passion for helping others
•Professionalism
•First aid certification
Compensation:
This is a contract position that will
•Pay a stipend of 1,200 USD
•Meal stipend of 10 USD per day
•Cell phone stipend up to 100 USD
•International roundtrip flight to and from Tokyo, Japan
•Housing, meals and excursions while on program
This is a contract position; contractor will be responsible for all local income taxes in Japan and/or country of residence.
For immediate consideration, please send resume and cover letter via e-mail to jobs@intraxinc.com with the Subject Line “Japan Summer On-Site Coordinator”.
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