Job: Media Relations Coordinator @ Chicago JIC
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Overview:
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Japan Information Center, monitors and analyzes newspapers, radio, TV and other public and private media in 10 Midwest states.
Research on media relations in 10 states including building a network of contacts for the JIC.
Ensure implementation of the JIC’s media strategy as it is related to media outreach, and promotion of priority issues and events, with a development focus.
Conduct a survey of media relations issues in 10 Midwest states. General office responsibilities, including Japan-related inquiries, correspondence, IT affairs (facebook, twitter, newsletter) and event coordination.
Five days per week, from Monday to Friday, 9:15am-5:00pm each day. Occasional overtime.
Qualifications:
US citizen or permanent residency holder (working permit holder).
Major in media relations, public relations, journalism, communications or related area will be highly desirable. Excellent communication skills. Strong computer skills (database knowledge is preferred).
English and Japanese is the working language in Japan Information Center. Fluency in oral and written English is required. Good working knowledge of Japanese is preferable.
Application:
Please submit a cover letter and resume by August 15, 2014 to:
Consulate General of Japan at Chicago
Japan Information Center
Attn: Mr. Koji Kaneko
737 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 1000
Chicago, IL 60611
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