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Job: English Advisor/Editor — Permanent Mission of Japan to the UN (Switzerland)

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Position: English Advisor/Editor
Posted by: Permanent Mission of Japan to the United Nations
Location: Geneva, Switzerland
Status: Full-Time

Description:

The Permanent Mission of Japan to the United Nations and Other International Organizations in Geneva, Switzerland, is seeking an English Advisor/Editor.

Duties include the following:

・proofreading, editing, and/or drafting speeches and statements written in English on a wide range of issues to be delivered primarily at the conferences of the United Nations and its specialized agencies as well as other Geneva-based international organizations, including the Human Rights Council

・writing/editing various correspondence from the Mission, including press releases, letters, documents, etc.

・advising diplomats on the appropriate wording and tone on diplomatically sensitive issues

・some translation of speeches or documents from Japanese to English

・accompanying diplomats to UN meetings to assist them in gathering information

Qualifications:

Candidates must be native English speakers.

In addition, they must:

・have impeccable English grammar, proofreading, writing, and editing skills. Professional experience a plus.

・be computer literate, especially Windows XP, Outlook, and Word.

・have a university degree in English, journalism, international relations, Japan Studies, or other related field. Graduate degree a plus.

・have at least 2-kyu level qualification on the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test.

・have a strong interest in international affairs and current events.

・have an eagerness to live and work overseas in an international environment. Experience a plus.

Desirable but not necessary:

・prior experience working with a Japanese organization

・prior professional experience translating from Japanese to English

・French language ability

Candidates will be assessed on their writing and translating ability as well as level of experience and education.

Compensation:

Starting salary will depend on educational level and experience.

Health insurance is covered in part by the Mission.

Pension Program available.

Relocation costs will not be covered by the Mission.

No housing allowance will be given.

How and whom to apply:

Please email a one-page cover letter and a resume (CV) of no more than two pages as an attachment to masahiro.tada@mofa.go.jp. Candidates will be notified by e-mail. No phone calls please. Deadline for submission is midnight, 22 June 2015 (Geneva time).