Job: International Programs Coordinator and Japan Programs Assistant – 2 Job Openings (Seattle)
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Position: International Programs Coordinator and Japan Programs Assistant
Posted by: NorthWest Student Exchange
Type: N/A
Location: Seattle, WA
Salary: N/A
Start Date: N/A
Overview:
NorthWest Student Exchange, located in the University District of Seattle, has two job openings for those interested in international high school student exchange: International Programs Coordinator and Japan Programs Assistant. One job might be ideal for ex-JETs. The other requires native-level Japanese language skills.
For more information on NWSE, go to http://nwse.com/ For more information on the jobs and how to apply, see below:
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Position: International Program Coordinator: Japan and International Programs
Full-Time (Seattle) Salary DOE
Responsibilities: Coordinate international high school exchange programs with particular emphasis on Japan and East Asia.
As part of the NorthWest Student Exchange team, you will coordinate programs of participants from Japan and other countries in East Asia, as well as from other parts of the world. The Program Coordinator generally will:
•Work with international partners, U.S. local coordinators, host families, and students to coordinate program components.
•Ensure client welfare through problem-solving with exchange students, host families, and local coordinators
•Accurately collect, track, and record required programmatic documents and reports
•Screen students and host families, review applications, conduct student interviews, and liaise with international partners and families
•Coordinate programs for both “inbound” students to the U.S. as well as “outbound” American students abroad.
•Invoice participants and assist with monitoring accounts receivable
•Prepare J-1 visa application and student health insurance documentation
•Collaborate with NWSE team members on team projects such as orientations, school presentations, cultural events, and program compliance.
•Use database and spreadsheet software to accurately maintain records so as to comply with applicable regulations
Qualifications:
• Commitment to the mission of international student exchange, student welfare, and client satisfaction
•Strong problem solving, decision-making, prioritization, analytical, and writing abilities.
•Four-year university degree, preferably related to Japanese languages and cultures
•Relevant experience living, studying and/or working in Japan
•Strong Japanese language skills (equivalent to JLPT level N2 preferred)
•Excellent customer service/interpersonal communication skills
•Ability and desire to work in a dynamic, collaborative, open-office environment.
•Strong planning and organizational skills and abilities to complete projects to deadlines.
•Self-motivated, cooperative, detail-orientated, multi-tasker and team player with initiative
•Two+ years in an administrative function with experience in customer service, MS office applications and databases, OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
•Experience working with diverse groups of people.
Desired (but not required)
•Experience in project management, I.T. (web) or program design, and/or exchange program coordinating
•Other languages (besides English and Japanese)
To apply
E-mail resume, cover letter, references and two writing samples in Microsoft Word or PDF to jobs@nwse.com with subject line “International Program Coordinator.” If you have questions please call (206) 527 0917.
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Position: Asia Programs Assistant
NorthWest Student Exchange is a non-profit organization based in Seattle, WA that facilitates high school student exchange programs. We are currently looking for an assistant/intern for the Asia Programs Department.
Requirements
• Native speaker of Japanese (Regardless of current citizenship)
• Ability to communicate in English on an at least intermediate level
• Interest in high school exchange programs between the U.S. and Japan
Work Content
Assistant to the Asia program’s International Programs Coordinator. Work duties include: correspondence with Japan, answering phones, data entry, Japanese-language counseling, school visits, etc.
Duration
Candidates who require a J-1 visa may train for up to 18 months.
Visa Requirements
Applicants may have a green card with proper work authorization, U.S. citizenship, or Practical Training visa. NorthWest Student Exchange is authorized to sponsor trainees on a J-1 visa as well.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume in both English and Japanese as an email attachment in MS Word format or PDF to ian@nwse.com
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