Apr 7

Job: Researcher/Writer – A Japanese Energy Association (Washington D.C., USA)

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Position: Researcher/Writer
Posted by: A Japanese Energy Association
Location: Washington D.C., USA
Contract: Full-Time

Researcher/Writer needed to begin employment on June 1, 2016 for a Japanese energy association in Washington D.C. The association represents the energy and nuclear utility sector in Japan and closely follows U.S. utility and nuclear regulatory issues. This position will report on U.S. energy policy and experience, gathering information from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, the U.S. Department of Energy, Congressional committees, public and private utility companies and energy industry consulting firms and associations. The position does not require a technical background or nuclear engineering degree, but some familiarity with the issues and vocabulary of nuclear power and energy regulation is desirable. The position will generally advocate for nuclear power and will:

• Interface with U.S. energy policymakers and consultants,
• Prepare written reports and PowerPoint presentations,
• Attend and report on relevant meetings,
• Write articles for energy newsletters,
• Proofread Japanese-to-English translations for accuracy
• Assist in coordinating fact finding trips and conferences.

Because this position is also the primary English-language position in the office, the applicant will need sophisticated, professionally appropriate English communication skills. The position will require:

• A college degree (Bachelors required, Masters desirable), preferably in economics, public policy, political science, international affairs or environmental engineering, demonstrable achievements in prior positions or academic studies, very polished English-language writing, researching, verbal and presentation skills understanding of website functionality and evolving social media usage
• A cooperative and collaborative approach to clients and co-workers
• A self-motivated personality able to organize, prioritize and consistently meet deadlines,

Japanese language ability or cultural exposure helpful but not required. This is an excellent career-building opportunity for an applicant who has excelled in their academic studies and is ready to specialize in the energy sector and/or the international nuclear regulatory framework. Previous employees in this position have been able to build a skill set and professional network that allowed them to move on to positions with the Department of Energy, the Department of State, the NRC, and more senior positions at energy consulting companies and associations. The position is offered at $48,000/annum with fully-paid, Platinum-level health/dental insurance and generous vacation/holiday benefits in line with other large companies.

Application Process: Send CV and cover letter (required) to mccarthy@iacdc.com