Job: Assistant for Intergovernmental Affairs at Japanese Consulate in SF
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Thanks to SF Consulate JET Coordinator (and newly elected JETAA USA Country Rep) Xander Peterson for passing on this opening. And Xander asked that the below be pointed out:
Important: All applications have to be sent via snail mail. No emails or phone calls accepted.
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Overview:
The Consulate seeks a staff member to assist the Intergovernmental Affairs Section. This section is responsible for, but not limited to, the following activities within the states of California and Nevada.
- Conducting political and governmental research to identify emerging developments in Japan-U.S. relations
- Assisting consular staff with learning about comparative governmental processes and developing connections with their domestic government counterparts
- Implementing creative projects to advance Japan-U.S. relations, including sister city relations and intergovernmental exchanges
- Drafting speeches and informational materials
Requirements:
- Demonstrated interest in American government and international relations with a Bachelor’s degree or higher
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with a proven ability to conduct governmental research
- High professional skills and the ability to work cooperatively with consular staff and federal, state and local government officials
- Strong organizational skills and proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
Application:
Applicants should submit a cover letter explaining how their skills and interests would help advance Japan-U.S. relations, a resume with references and a writing or research sample. Application postmark deadline is May 19, 2014 with a preferred employment date starting in mid June. This is a full-time position.
Please mail these materials to:
Mr. Kei Hagiwara
Consul for Intergovernmental Affairs
Consulate General of Japan
275 Battery Street, Suite 2100
San Francisco, CA 94111
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