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Job: Cultural Affairs Assistant position at the Japanese Consulate (Houston)

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Overview: 

Benefits: Paid vacation, medical/dental insurance, US federal and some Japanese
national holidays
Working hours: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday ＊some evenings and weekends required
for special events and receptions

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• General administrative duties – assist with correspondence, speech writing, scheduling appointments, etc. for the diplomats.
• Inquiries – Answer general inquiries from the public related to tourism, customs, medication imports, animal quarantine, etc. and research appropriate response.
• Special events – coordinate all logistical arrangements; includes securing venues, serving as liaison with co-sponsoring organizations, coordinating event publicity and documentation (photos/video, etc.).
• Receptions – Coordinate receptions hosted by the Consulate; includes preparing guest lists, mailing invitations, collecting R.S.V.P.’s, preparing nametags and serving as event emcee.
• Public Relations – write press releases for cultural events organized by the Consulate and maintain press contact lists.
• Speech Contest－work together with Japan-America Societies and the Japanese Teachers Association of Texas to coordinate all aspects of annual speech contest.
• Maintain video library and cultural items inventory for loan to local educators and organizations.
• Distribute publications received by the Consulate to local libraries, schools, universities and individuals and maintain respective contact lists.
• Maintain databases of Japan-related programs, professors, etc. in Texas and Oklahoma.
• Plan and execute school/university visits.
• Attend local Japan-related events (i.e. speeches, festivals, youth exchanges, etc.)—take notes/pictures for reports to Tokyo, etc.
• Work with JET Program Coordinator during busy periods with work overflow (interviews,orientations, send-off, etc).
• Assist other sections of the Consulate as required
• Other administrative duties and assisting the diplomats with day-to-day work.

Requirements:

• Strong English language speaking and writing skills
• Strong organizational, administrative, and communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously or as part of a team
• Strong computer skills. Must be proficient in common software, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of Japan and Japanese culture
• Enjoys cultural and educational events
• Japanese language skills (favorable)

Application:

E-mail: jetcoord @ ho.mofa.go.jp

Deadline for submission is Thursday July 10, 2014