Job: The Japan-United States Educational Commission – Executive Director
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Position: Executive Director
Posted by: The Japan-United States Educational Commission (JUSEC)
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Overview:
The Japan-United States Educational Commission (JUSEC) invites applications from experienced American and Japanese citizens for the position of Executive Director beginning on or about March 1, 2014.
Since 1946 over 300,000 people have been awarded prestigious Fulbright Scholarships world-wide, which are now offered in over 150 countries. In addition to the Fulbright Program, the Commission administers other exchange activities which align with its core mission. JUSEC operates under a bi-national mission to further educational and cultural exchange between Japan and the United States. Its headquarters are located in Tokyo and funding is provided by the Japanese and United States governments, alumni, and a select group of sponsors.
The Executive Director will be expected to work closely with relevant government departments and agencies in Japan and the United States. Requirements include a strong American and/or Japanese academic background; thorough understanding of American and Japanese societies including educational systems; managerial experience in an academic, philanthropic, or cultural exchange organization; strong communication skills in English and Japanese; outstanding personal qualities; and ability to work effectively in an intercultural environment. Working under the direction of a 10-member bi-national Commission and administering an annual budget of over $7 million from the Japanese and U.S. Governments, the Executive Director supervises a staff of approximately 14 in managing the Fulbright grant program for Americans and Japanese, an educational information service, and relations with Fulbright alumni and the private sector. The position requires a long-term commitment beginning with a 3-year renewable contract from on or about March 1, 2014.
Benefits include a yen salary commensurate with the individual’s background and experience, Japanese health insurance and social security, housing allowance, dependents’ school allowance if necessary, annual consultation visit to the U.S., and various incidentals including reasonable relocation costs. For the job description, eligibility requirements, and application form, click here.
To apply: Submit letter of interest, the required application form and English and Japanese resume via e-mail by June 15, 2013 to Search Committee, Japan-United States Educational Commission: inquries@executivedirectorfulbright.jp
http://www.fulbright.jp/classified.html#E
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