Feb 8

Job: Marketing and Communications Associate – AIGA (Remote)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.


Position: Marketing and Communications Associate
Posted by:
AIGA
Location: Remote (as long as it’s in the U.S.)
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to JET alumnus, Lee-Sean Huang (Oita-ken, 2003-2006) for passing along the following job at his organization:

We are hiring a marketing and communications associate at AIGA, where I have been working since 2018. We are a non-profit membership organization. The job is remote (anywhere in the US).

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here: https://www.aiga.org/careers-at-aiga.


Feb 8

Job: Assistant, Economic Section – Consulate-General of Japan in Chicago (Chicago, IL, USA)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.


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

Please see below a job opening directly from the Consulate-General of Japan in Chicago.


Feb 3

Job: Program Specialist – IES Abroad (Chicago, IL, USA)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.


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. Finally, the Program Specialist provides support and services to participating students while they are participating in the program. Japanese speakers (or speakers of Korean or Chinese) are highly encouraged to apply.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here: https://iesabroad.applicantpro.com/jobs/2210050.html


Feb 2

Job: Programme Coordinator – Japan Local Government Centre (London, England)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.


Position: Programme Coordinator
Posted by:
Japan Local Government Centre – London Office
Location: London, England
Contract: Full-Time

The Japan Local Government Centre’s (JLGC) London Office is hiring a new Programme Coordinator:

The Japan Local Government Centre (JLGC) is the London Office of Japan’s Council of Local Authorities for International Relations (CLAIR) based in Tokyo with seven overseas offices, a Japanese government-affiliated foundation tasked with supporting international activities, research on local development and revitalisation policies on behalf of ministries and local government, promoting the JET Programme and a number of other international exchange programmes, and organising Japan-related seminars and sister city relations.

Great opportunity to join the London office and work on local government and international projects bridging Japan and the UK.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here. Application deadline 5 PM 28 February, details below:


Jan 23

Job: Operations and HR Coordinator – BiCortex Languages (Remote)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.


Position: Operations and HR Coordinator
Posted by:
BiCortex Languages
Location: Remote
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job received directly from the company:

For a global language school operating in more than 89 countries, we need a coordinator for our operations and HR. The requirements are:

  • English native (or fully bilingual) speaker
  • Manage the recruitment process and onboarding of new teachers, trainers or translators
  • Coordinate the training with students and teachers and the translations with customers
  • Verify qualifications and reliability of the candidates during interviews
  • Update operations team on the status of each new recruitment
  • Update customers on the status of each training program
  • Ensure the quality of the services provided
  • The candidate can be based in any country (home-office based)

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please check the job profile here: https://bicortexlanguages.com/careers/


Jan 20

Job: Corporate Development Associate, Business Development Department – Mynavi USA (New York, NY, USA)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.


Position: Corporate Development Associate, Business Development Department
Posted by:
Mynavi USA
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Below is a job received directly from Mynavi USA.

Application Process: For those interested or have questions about the opening, please reach out to Mr. Nori at info@mynaviusa.com


Jan 19

Job: Outreach Coordinator – Japan Information Center (Chicago, IL, USA)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.


Position: Director of Outreach Coordinator
Posted by:
Japan Information Center (including Receptionist/ Librarian tasks)
Location: Chicago, IL, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Below is an opening for an Outreach Coordinator (including Receptionist/ Librarian tasks) at the Japan Information Center (JIC) received directly from the Consulate-General of Japan in Chicago.


Jan 14

Job: Director of Development – The Clooney Foundation for Justice (Remote)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.


Position: Director of Development
Posted by:
The Clooney Foundation for Justice
Location: Remote
Contract: Full-Time

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

The Clooney Foundation for Justice (CFJ), an international non-governmental organization (NGO) that advocates for justice through accountability for human rights abuses around the world, seeks a Director of Development.

A seasoned development professional will be a critical addition to our dynamic team during this exciting time of organizational growth. The ideal candidate will have outstanding written and oral communications skills and be creative, self-motivated, and flexible.

Application Process: Please view the PDF below to see a full position description and details on how to apply. Deadline is Jan. 31st.


Jan 13

Job: Cultural Programs Coordinator Recruitment of Local Staff – Consulate-General of Japan in Nashville (Nashville, TN, USA)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.


Position: Cultural Programs Coordinator Recruitment of Local Staff
Posted by:
Consulate-General of Japan in Nashville
Location: Nashville, TN, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s another job received directly from the Consulate-General of Japan in Nashville:

The Consulate-General of Japan in Nashville is seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented candidate to join us as Cultural Programs Coordinator in the Culture & Information Section. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in U.S.-Japan relations and cultural exchange.

Application Process: For more information, please click here. The deadline to apply is Sunday, February 6th, 2022 and that applications will only be accepted by mail (not email).


Jan 13

Job: Political Assistant at the Consulate-General of Japan in Nashville (Nashville, TN, USA)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.


Position: Political Assistant
Posted by:
Consulate-General of Japan in Nashville
Location: Nashville, TN, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job received directly from the Consulate-General of Japan in Nashville:

The Consulate-General of Japan in Nashville is seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented individual for the position of Political Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in U.S.-Japan relations. Applications must be received by Monday, January 31, 2022.

Application Process: For more information, please click here. Please note that the deadline is January 31st and that applications will only be accepted by mail (not email).


Jan 12

Job: Summer Group Leader – The Experiment in International Living (Vermont, USA & Japan)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.


Position: Summer Group Leader
Posted by:
The Experiment in International Living
Location: Brattleboro, Vermont, USA & Japan
Contract: Full-Time

The Experiment in International Living is currently hiring experienced and inclusive educators to serve as group leaders to guide youth on our summer 2022 programs in Japan.

To learn more about our programs in Japan, please click here.

To learn more about the group leader position please click here.

Application Process: Please see the attachment for the job description and apply at worldlearning.org/leaderapplication. Questions? Email us at groupleaders@worldlearning.org


Jan 11

Job: Tour and Guest Relations Associate – Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens Education Department (Delray Beach, FL, USA)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.


Position: Tour and Guest Relations Associate
Posted by:
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens Education Department
Location: Delray Beach, FL, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to JET alumna, Wendy Lo (Toyama-ken, 2002-2005) for passing along the following opportunity at the Morikami Museum where she currently works:

I would like to inform you of a job opening at the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens Education Department, for a Tour and Guest Relations Associate. We have modified the previous position and made it a full-time position.

Application Process: Job description and details on how to apply can be found here: https://morikami.org/job-opportunities/


Jan 9

Job: Various Positions – Quick USA (Various Cities around the USA)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.


Position: Various Positions
Posted by:
Quick USA
Location: Various Cities around the USA
Contract: Full- Time

Thanks to Takeshi Yamagishi from Quick USA for passing along the listings below. 

Quick USA is a Japanese recruiting company that has served various Japanese companies around the United States for more than 20 years.  
There are a lot of Japanese companies seeking candidates who are bi-cultural (USA/Japanese), bilingual (English/Japanese), or interested in Japanese culture.

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Jan 8

Job: Reporter/Researcher – The Yomiuri Shimbun (Los Angeles, CA, USA)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.


Position: Reporter/Researcher
Posted by:
The Yomiuri Shimbun (Los Angeles Bureau)
Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job received directly from The Yomiuri Shimbun:

We have a job opening in our LA Bureau for a reporter/researcher. This time we are looking for someone who can speak Spanish to help with the LA reporting and territory that includes Mexico. We have always had good luck with the JET alums we’ve hired (two in the last year).

Application Process: Please see the attachment for the job description and how to apply.


Jan 4

Job: News Producer – Tokyo Broadcasting System International (Washington, D.C., USA)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.


Position: News Producer
Posted by:
Tokyo Broadcasting System International
Location: Washington, D.C., USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job received directly from the company:

Tokyo Broadcasting System International (TBS) has an immediate opening for a news producer in our Washington DC bureau, covering a wide range of issues including US politics, foreign policy, economics, and general-interest stories. This full-time position involves working closely with correspondents from Japan to assist in all aspects of the reporting process. The ideal applicant is a strong communicator with a positive attitude and flexible mentality. This position involves working some irregular hours, weekends, holidays, as well as occasional domestic and international travel, at times on short notice.

You should have:

  • A degree in journalism, communications, political science, international relations, East Asian studies, or other relevant fields.
  • Familiarity and interest in topics related to US domestic politics and foreign policy, East Asian regional affairs, and current events.
  • Strong English communication skills and the ability to quickly digest a lot of information.
  • Conversational level Japanese language ability.
  • Ability to work under deadline pressure.
  • A valid US driver’s license
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