Feb 4

Job: Nonprofit Manager – Japan Center for International Exchange (NY)

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Position: Nonprofit Manager
Posted by: Japan Center for International Exchange
Location: New York City, New York
Contract: Full-Time

The Japan Center for International Exchange (JCIE/USA) is a leading nonprofit organization in the field of US-Japan relations that conducts exchanges, dialogues, and study projects involving policymakers and policy researchers from both sides of the Pacific. JCIE/USA is seeking a full-time manager for its 8-person office in New York City who will report to the executive director. The job requires considerable flexibility and organization, and the duties are wide-ranging, including hands-on management of office operations as well as work on individual programs.

Responsibilities:

• Financial management
  • Overseeing accounting system and processes
  • Preparing budgets and financial reports; managing reporting for annual audit, etc.
  • Assist with financial budgeting, reporting, and information-sharing with JCIE’s Tokyo office
• Nonprofit management
  • Assist with overall operations of the organization
  • Involvement with grantwriting, fundraising, etc., as needed
  • Administer day-to-day office operations, including benefits/human resources
• Program support
  • Help run exchanges and other programs as needed
  • Occasional event organizing

Required Qualifications:

• Interest in nonprofit management, international affairs, and US-Japan relations
• Previous experience in financial management, preferably with knowledge of nonprofit finances
• English fluency necessary, Japanese language skills a strong plus
• Strong organizational skills
• Work permission necessary

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working in a bicultural office environment, cultural sensitivity, and an understanding of Japanese business practices
• Strong writing skill

Application Process: Please email cover letter and resume to Ms. Kiyoko Shiromasa at info@jcie.org.