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Position: Student Services Coordinator & Custom Programs Coordinator
Posted by: International Studies Abroad
Location: Remote
Contract: Tokyo, Japan

Thanks to JET alumna, Annie Chang (Gunma-ken, 2016-2018) for passing along the following job openings where she used to work. Please note you must already have a valid working visa for Japan, if you’re not a Japanese national.

There are two openings at International Studies Abroad Japan in Tokyo, now a part of TEAN, Student Services Coordinator (Full-time, 1 year contract and a Customs Programs Coordinator (Full-time, 6 months).

Application Process: For more information and to apply to the Student Services Coordinator position, please click here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QhyvZ_jbKgFE8XMzZXZvbAvjwp2okots/view

For more information and to apply to the Customs Programs Coordinator position, please click here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/15_xckg_2c6SDTmqaisVKTOnMRXkCsoWu/view

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Position: Content and Trip Itinerary Writer for Art Travel
Posted by: Art Travel
Location: Remote
Contract: Part-time

Thanks to JET alumna, Anne Geismann Alene (Tottori-ken, 1990-1993) for passing along the following part-time opportunity with the company she founded, Art Travel:

Our travel company Art Travel (http://www.arttravelltd.com) was founded in 2011 and is a leader in planning, arranging, and leading highly customized Japan travel programs.

Founder Anne Alene is a JET Alumna (CIR Tottori 90-93) and is looking for someone who loves Japan and is enthusiastic and dedicated to helping her with the organization, generation, and providing customized documents for the FIT clients, specialized tour groups, and pre and post tour group FIT clients.

Art Travel has two types of clients:

• FIT (Foreign Independent Travel) clients consisting of individuals, couples, families, and small groups who want to independently travel to Japan based on a customized itinerary designed by Art Travel
• Museum institution and art world clients consisting of art dealers, museum directors, curators, and/or development staff who want to create a special travel program to Japan (and other destinations like South Korea) with their loyal patrons, benefactors, and trustees designed and executed by Art Travel

Job description:

• Review conversations and documents already generated for the clients’ travel itineraries that have been created for clients based on meetings related to their travel plans.
• Work with the founder to draft and/or edit already existing itinerary proposals
• Communicate in Japanese and English with collaborating DMC and related vendors in Japan to confirm itinerary arrangements (hotels, transport/transfers, guides when provided, special experiences/reservations, restaurant reservations when requested)
• Refine bibliography, pre-departure, arrival information, in-country information, and restaurant recommendations for the clients
• Write and tailor detailed final travel itineraries, by using previous trips as references and templates, working with the founder based on her itinerary consultation, and initiating necessary research
• Help the founder to draft and research proposals for future clients

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Position: News Assistant
Posted by: Asahi Shimbun
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-time

Below is an opportunity passed along to us directly from the company. Per the job description, “The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.”

The Asahi Shimbun newspaper seeks a skilled and highly motivated News Assistant

The position is for its New York Bureau. The successful candidate will work closely with a correspondent covering news in North America, including breaking news and political news, while also working with the New York Bureau Chief on long-term research projects and features.

Founded in 1879, The Asahi Shimbun is widely recognized as Japan’s leading and most respected national daily broadsheet. It has a circulation of more than four million copies per day and is read by a wide segment of the Japanese public. The newspaper is particularly influential among Japan’s government officials, policymakers, and academics.  It also reaches an English audience through its English language website. Its North American bureaus are located in Washington D.C., New York, and San Francisco.

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Position: Associate Director of the EDGE Doctoral Fellowship Program
Posted by: Stanford University
Location: Stanford, CA, USA
Contract: Full-time

Thanks to JET alumna, Jennifer Hwang (Shizuoka-ken, 2008-2012) for sharing the following opening on her team. Unfortunately, they are unable to sponsor visas:

The Associate Director of the EDGE Doctoral Fellowship Program position in my office is an excellent opportunity to make a direct impact in the diversity and inclusion space in graduate education. Plus, you get to work with me!

You will support 400+ PhD students from diverse backgrounds, broadly-defined, across the schools of business, education, engineering, humanities and sciences, and sustainability, and contribute to additional programmatic areas of focus for our office. You will make an impact by serving as an expert partner in the provision of professional development programs that meet the needs of diverse PhD students and supporting fellows and mentors. Furthermore, you will provide leadership and consult with VPGE and Stanford colleagues to develop, identify, and disseminate best practices for fostering diversity and inclusion in graduate education. 

This role reports to the Associate Vice Provost for Graduate Education & Director, EDGE Doctoral Fellowship Program. In support of the university’s flexible work initiative, this position may be eligible to be “hybrid,” working both from home and the Stanford main campus with the expectation of being onsite at least three days per week.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – Associate Director of the EDGE Doctoral Fellowship Program – Stanford University Careers

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Position: Sales and Marketing Coordinator
Posted by: Nikkei America, Inc.
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-time

Attached is a job passed along to us. Unfortunately, they will not sponsor a visa.

Nikkei America, Inc. is one of the subsidiaries of Nikkei, Inc. For more than 145 years, Nikkei has been providing unparalleled coverage of Japan’s economy, industries and markets. The group’s business portfolio includes publishing, broadcasting and the Nikkei 225 stock index. Its flagship media, The Nikkei, has a circulation of approximately 2.83 million. With 37 bases globally and 1500 journalists, Nikkei is ideally positioned to provide Asian news and analysis to a global audience.

<Your Role>

Nikkei America is looking for a Sales and Marketing Coordinator for its New York Office. This position in the Media Business Department is designed to provide sales and marketing assistance to the vice president in the department. Other services relating to the Media Business Department may be required from time to time.

<Responsibilities>

• Produce brochures, sales materials, proposals, and presentation documents in English, including proofreading and editing. Translation from Japanese to English is included.
• Support planning and organizing for promotional events.
• Check daily advertising/marketing news from various media.
• Participate in meetings with clients and advertising agencies as requested by the vice president.
• Serve as a liaison to facilitate administrative communication with clients, advertising agencies, Nikkei media representatives, Financial Times, and Nikkei Tokyo team.
• Create and issue invoices and bills and send them to clients through various channels (mail, e-mail, etc.)
• Keep records of all advertising invoices and voucher copies.
• Plan and execute digital marketing strategies, such as sending marketing e-mail.
• Maintain awareness of clients’ needs as well as operations and industries, and provide timely information to clients.
• Other administrative services relating to the Media Business Department may be required from time to time.
• This position may require traveling as requested by the vice president of the department.

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Position: Custom Programs Resident Director
Posted by: Osaka Gakuin University
Location: Osaka, Japan
Contract: Full-time

Thanks to JET alumna, Kate Maruyama (Osaka-ken, 2005-2008) for passing along the following opening at her organization:

The Custom Programs Resident Director (CPRD) will plan and implement customized programs developed specifically for various universities in the United States. When custom programs are not on the ground, the CPRD may also be responsible for supporting other team members on CET’s standard semester programs as needed.

Attributes of the ideal CPRD candidate are strong leadership skills, flexibility, dedication, and enthusiasm for working with students and for cross-cultural exchanges. Candidates are advised that this is a time consuming, challenging position. We discourage those interested in pursuing their own research projects in Japan from applying.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://cetacademicprograms.com/about/work-for-cet/. CET encourages applicants to send their materials as soon as possible and before their best consideration deadline on January 15, 2023.

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Position: Assistant Director
Posted by: Kobe Trade Information Office
Location: Seattle, WA, USA
Contract: Part-time

Here’s a JET-relevant job passed along to us:

The Kobe Trade Information Office (KTIO) is currently seeking a new Assistant Director. This is the perfect opportunity to learn about the Kobe-Seattle sister city relationship and the promotion of startup business abroad to Kobe, Japan.

This a part-time position in their downtown Seattle office where they share a space with Hyogo Business & Cultural Center (HBCC). They strongly encourage previous JET ALTs to apply! Unfortunately, they are unable to offer any visa sponsorship. 

Application Process: Please check the link below. #seattlejobs#thejetprogram#alt#kobecity#japan
https://lnkd.in/d-zhHv2q

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Position: Japanese to English Translator
Posted by: Kyushu National Museum
Location: Fukuoka, Japan
Contract: Full-time

Below’s a job received directly from the museum. For applicants who do not have Japanese citizenship, you can either be a permanent resident of Japan or possess a visa that permits long-term remunerative work in Japan.

Interested parties may apply without such a visa provided they are able to obtain one by the starting date of employment, which the employer will help prepare the necessary documents for visa application such as a certificate of employment, etc.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here –
https://www.kyuhaku.jp/news/news-221125.html

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Position: Japanese Teacher
Posted by: Monterey High School
Location: Monterey Peninsula, CA, USA
Contract: Full-time

Thanks to JET alumnus, Gabriel Rebeck (Kagoshima, 2008-2011) for passing along the following job opening:

Monterey High School is hoping to fill this position ASAP. Other former JETs are teaching Japanese in this area. Many of the top minds in Japanese language education in the US are located in Monterey. Lots of opportunities for career growth for individuals passionate about teaching Japanese.

Application Process; The full job description and application can be found at the following link: https://www.edjoin.org/Home/DistrictJobPosting/1688525

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Position: Various Positions
Posted by: Inside Travel Group
Location: Broomfield, CO, USA
Contract: Full-time

Here are numerous job openings sent directly to us from the company:

Inside Travel Group has openings for new Japan Specialist Travel Consultants, and Senior Japan Specialist Travel Consultants starting in January of 2023. The job descriptions are attached below, as well as a link to the website and details on applying. 

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please view the PDFs below.

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Position: Assistant, Economic Section
Posted by: Consulate-General of Japan in Chicago
Location: Chicago, IL, USA
Contract: Full-time

Below is a job received directly from the Consulate-General of Japan in Chicago:

The Consulate-General of Japan is seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented individual for the position of Assistant for Economic Section.

The Consulate offers group health insurance 80% coverage, paid vacation and sick leave. Working hours are 9:15 am – 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with lunch time receptionist duty once a month and the occasional weeknight and/or weekend event (paid overtime). Salary is commensurate with experience. The minimum monthly base salary for this position is between $3,400 to $3,600. The Consulate does not withhold federal or other taxes from employee salaries.

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Position: Educational Events and Programs Planner
Posted by: Stanford University
Location: Stanford, CA, USA
Contract: Full-time

Thanks to JET alumna, Jennifer Hwang (Shizuoka-ken, 2008-2012) for sharing the following opening on her team:

The Office of the Vice Provost for Graduate Education (VPGE) is a dynamic and fast-paced team that delivers programs to Stanford’s 9,000+ graduate students and 3,000+ postdoctoral scholars. We work collaboratively across the university with schools and other vice provost areas to enhance the graduate educational experience. VPGE supports programs, administration, and service to the university community and graduate students in five portfolio areas: fellowships and funding, professional development, diversity and inclusion, interdisciplinary learning, and academic guidance. VPGE is searching for a skilled events professional for our team.

Reporting to the Assistant Vice Provost for Graduate Education, you will plan and execute events, programs, and workshops for our Graduate Professional Development portfolio, the Stanford Graduate Summer Institute, and fellowship programs. You will play a key role in coordinating logistics such as registration and attendee tracking, presentation and materials support, and evaluations. 

In support of the university’s flexible work initiative, this position may be eligible to be “hybrid,” working both from home and the Stanford main campus with the expectation of being onsite three to five days per week.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click this link — https://careersearch.stanford.edu/jobs/educational-events-and-programs-planner-19430

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Position: Program Specialist
Posted by: IES Abroad
Location: Chicago, IL, USA
Contract: Full-time

Here’s a job received directly from the organization:

The Program Specialist is primarily responsible for maintaining relationships with host institutions within an assigned portfolio, and for managing detailed program information for global use across the organization.

This role also responsible for coordinating student admissions processes with the Global Enrollment Management team, and for creating and delivering relevant pre- departure orientation content for programs taking place at those universities.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click this link – https://iesabroad.applicantpro.com/jobs/2635767.html

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Position: Anticipated Japanese Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Posted by: Lower Merion School District
Location: Ardmore, PA, USA
Contract: Full-time

Here’s a job passed along to us:

Lower Merion School District – Anticipated Japanese Long-Term Substitute Teacher (tedk12.com)

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Position: Manager, Institutional Giving
Posted by: Enactus
Location: Remote
Contract: Full-time

Thanks to JET alumna, Kyle Munn (Shiga-ken, 2006 – 2010) for passing along the following job opportunity. While this isn’t Kyle’s job listing, she knows the CEO and it’s a fantastic group:

As a 46-year-old global organization with operations in 35 countries, Enactus engages #NextGen entrepreneurial leaders to use innovation and business principles to create a better, more sustainable world. Our global network is particularly committed to developing leaders with the mindsets and skills to help achieve the 2030 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals in diverse contexts. Each year, Enactus educates tens of thousands of students on 2,000 campuses, across 35 countries.  Through our curriculum, students annually launch 3,000 entrepreneurial projects focused on creating positive social or environmental impact.  In 2021, those projects reached 11.6 million people. 

The Enactus fundraising team is responsible for revenue generation for Enactus global, Enactus United States and supports the 30+ countries of the Enactus network. The three-fundraiser team works remotely from the United States. The team is engaged in raising philanthropic support from individual, foundation, corporate and government sources. The 2022 revenue goal is $6 million, a 21% increase from 2021. The team is focused on diversifying Enactus revenue from what has been a focus on corporate support. Institutional giving is a key part of Enactus’ future. 

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