Jun 14

Job: Associate Program Officer for the Arts and Cultural Exchange – The Japan Foundation (New York, NY, USA)

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Position: Associate Program Officer for the Arts and Cultural Exchange
Posted by: The Japan Foundation
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job received directly from the company:

Established by the Japanese government in 1972, the Japan Foundation’s mission is to promote international cultural exchange and mutual understanding between Japan and other countries.

The Japan Foundation’s activities consist of three major programs: 1) Arts & Cultural Exchange; 2) Japanese-Language Education Overseas; and 3) Japanese Studies and Intellectual Exchange.

For more information, please visit our websites at www.jfny.org and www.jpf.go.jp.

Description: The Japan Foundation, New York seeks an Associate Program Officer for the Arts and Cultural Exchange program. This program promotes the introduction of Japanese arts and culture as well as exchanges between Japan and the United States through various fields of arts and culture. This position will report to the Program Director of Arts and Cultural Exchange.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the implementation of the Japan Foundation’s programs, with a particular focus on, but not limited to, Performing Arts, Film, and Literature.
  • Manage the grant programs in Arts and Cultural Exchange by processing applications, maintaining program files and documents, and communicating with prospective applicants and grantees.
  • Administer the Performing Arts Japan (PAJ) program by maintaining the application website, overseeing the application and screening process, responding to inquiries, and coordinating awards.
  • Liaise with the Japan Foundation’s PAJ Advisory Committee, which consists of distinguished arts professionals from various institutions in the United States.
  • Coordinate logistics for in-house meetings as well as public events by planning venues, catering, transportation, audio/visual equipment, materials, etc.
  • Create program materials and publications (e.g. newsletters, fliers, and web pages) and assist in the proofreading of English documents.
  • Conduct outreach activities and site visits throughout the U.S. as a representative of the Japan Foundation.
  • Collaborate and correspond with program staff at the Japan Foundation Tokyo Headquarters.
  • Perform other duties and additional responsibilities as directed.

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Jun 14

Job: International Program Coordinator – NorthWest Student Exchange (Seattle, WA, USA)

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

Position: International Program Coordinator – Japan and International Programs
Posted by: NorthWest Student Exchange
Location: Seattle, WA, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to JET alumna Leah Zoller (Ishikawa-ken) for the following job listing:

 

Join the NorthWest Student Exchange team in Seattle as International Program Coordinator. As a vital part of the NorthWest Student Exchange team, the International Program Coordinator will coordinate exchange programs of high school exchange students as well as other related duties.Responsibilities include:

Responsibilities include:

  • Coordinate programs of Japanese students and students of other countries.
  • Work with international partners, U.S. local coordinators, host families and students
  • Coordinate program in compliance with CSIET and Department of State regulations
  • Maintain excellent communication with local coordinators, students, host families, and partners
  • Accurately collect, track, and record required programmatic documents and reports
  • Prepare extensive student documentation for annual audit
  • Screen students and host families and their applications
  • Coordinate “inbound programs” of students to the U.S. as well as “outbound” American students abroad.
  • Work with aspects of invoicing procedures for participants and partner organizations
  • Work with aspects of the J-1 visa as well as student health insurance
  • Collaborate with NWSE team members on team projects, e.g. orientations, presentations, events, outreach, etc.

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Jun 12

Job: Public Relations Coordinator – The Permanent Mission of Japan to the United Nations (New York, NY, USA)

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

Position: Public Relations Coordinator
Posted by: The Permanent Mission of Japan to the United Nations
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job via JETAANY Board Member Mark Flanagan:

The Permanent Mission of Japan to the United Nations is seeking a Public Relations Coordinator.

Public Relations Coordinator will be in charge of supporting and engaging in duties pertaining to the Coordination Section (including coordination on press relations and cultural events of Coordination and Planning Division, as well as other activities).

Requirements/Preferences:

1) U.S. citizenship or green card – required
2)Excellent English speech writing and verbal communication skills, computer skills, touch typing skills (60 wpm minimum) – required
3) College degree – required
4) Japanese language skills and cultural familiarity – preferred
5) Basic Knowledge of the United Nations and diplomacy – preferred
6) Prior experience in the JET Programme – preferred

If interested, please send a cover letter and your resume by June 15th, 2017to the following E-mail address: kokurendai1@dn.mofa.go.jp

More information here: http://www.un.emb-japan.go.jp/aboutus/job_opportunities.html


Jun 12

Job: Staff Reporter (Defense) – The Asahi Shimbun (Washington D.C., USA)

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Position: Staff Reporter (Defense)
Posted by: The Asahi Shimbun
Location: Washington D.C., USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job received directly from the company:

Salary: $34,800 to $37,200

The Asahi Shimbun is Japan’s leading national daily newspaper. Based in Tokyo, it has a circulation of nearly seven million. Its North American bureaus are located in New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred). Background in foreign affairs and American politics is highly desirable.  Interest in East Asia preferred.  Japanese language is preferred.

Description

Duties include assisting our Washington-based correspondents with articles by conducting thorough background research, attending press briefings at the Pentagon and other government agencies, gathering news and views, arranging interviews, and closely following developments in the area of foreign affairs and politics. Some administrative support, such as transcribing interviews and other assignments, is also required.

Some domestic travel may be required. This is a reporting position with no article-writing or byline opportunities. Competitive benefit package includes overtime pay, excellent medical/dental benefits, commuting expenses, and 401(k).  Position will be available immediately.

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Jun 12

Job: Program Manager – Columbia University (New York, NY, USA)

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Position: Program Manager, Center on Japanese Economy and Business
Posted by: Columbia University
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job received directly from the institution:

Position Information
Job Title Program Manager, Center on Japanese Economy and Business
Job Code Title  
Job Requisition Number 088246
Department 5160- BUS Centers and Institutes
Location Morningside
Job Type Officer Full-Time Regular
Bargaining Unit  
If temporary, indicate duration  
Hours Per Week 35
Job Family General Administration
Salary Grade 11
Salary Range Commensurate with experience
Advertised Summary Job Description Working with the co-directors of the APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation) Study Center at Columbia, and reporting to the Director for Administration of the Center on Japanese Economy and Business (CJEB), the Program Manager is responsible for being independently managing programs and activities of the APEC Study Center, and lead CJEB’s public events and various paper series.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. In collaboration with the Director for Administration of CJEB, the Program Manager is responsible for conceptualizing, organizing and implementing APEC Study Center’s (ASC) international conferences, workshops, and lectures. This includes the development of program agendas and budget (including formation, negotiation, tracking, and reconciliation), correspondence with participants and attendees, and coordination with co-sponsoring departments and groups within Columbia.
2. Executes the full publication process of all ASC publications, including the Annual Report, conference reports, the APEC Discussion Paper Series and executes the publication process of CJEB event reports, and all CJEB Paper Series such as Working and Occasional Paper Series. This includes designing and creating the papers and posting them on the website. This also includes overseeing work by the Graduate Student Fellows, including approving timesheets.
3. Manages and improves the development of ASC database by assessing database needs and identifying ways to continually increase APEC’s exposure to a wider-range of audiences and followers; perform as a liaison and maintain vendor relationship between APEC Study Center and the database consultant to improve ASC database systems, as needed.
4. Manages and implements ASC’s annual report and various content and publishing material, including promotional e-mails, newsletters, and website materials to promote APEC’s mission to furthering Asia policy research. Develop and identify effective communication methods to further promote and expose APEC’s programming and content to wider-range of audience and constituents.
5. Manages APEC’s event and contact management system, ensuring all users are trained appropriately and the system is being used to its best functional ability. Will also initiate and oversee the completion, projects as needed, in coordination with APEC’s contracted consultant.
6. Act as a liaison between ASC, Columbia Business School, and Columbia Business School students with interest in Asian research and studies to further enrich the Business School community and student life by promoting APEC-sponsored events and providing educational resources.
7. Leads the coordination and handling of various lunch time seminars and large-scale conferences for CJEB. Oversees pre-event and post-event production tasks, making sure that quality and brand standards are being met, historical data is preserved and maintained, and mailing list constituents’ contact information is current.
8. Manages written communication to students, faculty, and CJEB core faculty to facilitate requests for information and promoting CJEB and APEC events and news.
9. Oversees the daily operation of APEC in coordination with CJEB’s Director for Administration. Ensures that materials are updated and maintained, report publications and subscriptions are renewed and circulated, and reviews current processes for improvement and efficiencies for CJEB and APEC.
10. Performs related work and special projects for CJEB’s Director for Administration, as needed.

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Jun 12

Job: Intelligence Analyst – Point72 Asset Management (Stamford, CT and New York, NY, USA)

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

Position: Intelligence Analyst
Posted by: Point72 Asset Management
Location: Stamford, CT and New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to JET alumni Robert Moeller (Miyagi-ken) for the following opening:

https://www.point72.com/jobs/investment-services/intelligence-analyst-japanese-language-skills/

Intelligence Analyst – Japanese Language Skills – Stamford, CT and New York, NY

About Point72 Asset Management:

Point72 Asset Management (“Point72”) is a global private asset management firm managing the assets of its founder, Steven A. Cohen, and employees. Point72 focuses primarily on discretionary long/short equity investing and makes significant quantitative and macro investments. The firm is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, and maintains offices in Tokyo, Hong Kong, Singapore and New York.

Job Description

About the Function/Department:

The Intelligence Team monitors employee activity for evidence of violations of applicable federal securities laws, internal compliance policies and procedures, and relevant rules and regulations enforced by the SEC, FINRA, and other organizations. The Intelligence Analyst Associate will work closely with a senior Intelligence Officers to use unique datasets, specialized tools, and network analysis techniques to identify and analyze risks to the firm. The Intelligence Team is expected to produce a range of sophisticated short and long term analytic products with an emphasis on using in-depth research and assimilation of data from many disparate sources, usually under tight time constraints, to craft a tightly-integrated written product.  This position is based in New York, but focuses on our offices in Asia.

The Intelligence Analyst will be expected to:

  • Identify and compile/organize relevant information from a variety of sources including; proprietary research, trading data, communications, market information and open sources to inform analysis
  • Conduct routine reviews of employee communications for potential violations of relevant laws, rules, regulations and policies when warranted
  • Populate, update, and maintain multiple databases

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Jun 7

Job: Multiple Positions – Globalme (Vancouver, BC, CAN or Beaverton OR, USA)

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

Position: Multiple Positions
Posted by: Globalme
Location: Vancouver, BC, CAN or Beaverton OR, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Are you interested in working with an amazing team in a fast-paced tech start-up? Globalme, a language and tech company based in Vancouver has many positions for both Oregon and BC!

Job details below:

https://globalmelocalization.recruitee.com/

If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer at jen.yj.kim@gmail.com


Jun 7

Job: Staff Member – Wakayama Prefecture Tourism Federation (Wakayama, Japan)

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Position: Staff Member
Posted by: Wakayama Prefecture Tourism Federation
Location: Wakayama, Japan
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to current JET Alberto Servín (Wakayama-ken) for passing along this job opportunity. Unfortunately, it’s only in Japanese:

https://www.wakayama-kanko.or.jp/information/2017/05/19/2506/

For quick responses go here: https://www.wakayama-kanko.or.jp/form/inquiry/index.html

For more detailed questions, please contact Ms. Arisa Maruno at < maruno_a0001@pref.wakayama.lg.jp>

 


Jun 6

Job: Program Coordinator – International Education Programs (Washington D.C., USA)

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Position: Program Coordinator
Posted by: International Education Programs
Location: Washington D.C., USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job from JETAADC:

OPC Position with International Education Partners (DC)

International Education Programs (www.iepabroad.org) is looking to hire someone in DC for the fall semester, to coordinate a program for visiting students. IEP also plans study abroad trips for university classes, which JET alumni have led previously led, but this is for a U.S. post-secondary institution that will be sending 10 university students and a faculty member to DC for the fall term.

The students will be doing internships in the DMV area and so the company is assisting with funding a Program Coordinator to do the following:

  • Conduct a welcome orientation
  • Assist in planning bi-weekly events (we have them pretty much decided already actually)
  • Plan a welcome, thanksgiving and farewell dinner)
  • Be available via cell for any student concerns, program changes, etc.

The OPC will ideally be someone that lives in the DMV (DC city proper area), who has a full-time position but does not travel for work and knows DC well.

Interested candidates can send their information to Scott Tayloe at scott@iepabroad.org.


Jun 6

Job: Customer Success Manager – Glint (Redwood City, CA, USA or London, UK)

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

Position: Customer Success Manager – Enterprise (Japanese Speaking)
Posted by: Glint
Location: Redwood City, CA, USA or London, UK
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job received directly from the company:

We are hiring a Japanese speaking customer success manager at our company in Redwood City or London. Please take a look at the job description if you are interested in this role at a growing startup. If any JET alumni is qualified for and interested in the role, please contact Shirley (head recruiter) directly at <sdeoliviera@glintinc.com>.

https://www.glintinc.com/careers/customer-success-manager-enterprise/

 


Jun 2

Job: Japanese Teacher – Woodlands High School (Woodlands, Texas)

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Position: Japanese Teacher
Posted by: Woodlands High School
Location: Woodlands, Texas
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job as a Japanese teacher directly looking for her successor as she is relocating to Japan:

Greetings from The Woodlands, Texas.

The Woodlands High School is searching for a full-time Japanese teacher who can start teaching in the academic year of 2017-18. Please contact masumi.reade@gmail.com if you are interested. The Woodlands, TX, is in the northern suburb of Houston. It is a safe but rapidly growing community with

The Woodlands, TX, is in the northern suburb of Houston. It is a safe but rapidly growing community with great environment. It is also known for schools with high academic standards, and attracts many families with young children.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Woodlands,_Texas

The Woodlands High School website: http://twhs.conroeisd.net/

Details of the Position:

  1. A full time position with 6 classes of 4 levels (level 1 through AP), teaching three 90 minute classes per day on AP block schedule.
  2. 9th through 12th graders
  3. We are looking for a candidate who could start in August (2017-18 school year), however, will consider beginning in October, 2017 or January 2018.
  4. Texas teaching certification is required. If you have a teaching certification from another state, please see this website as a reference:

http://tea.texas.gov/interiorpage.aspx?id=25769812541

  1. Japanese Club and Yosakoi Soran dance group
  2. Exchange program with the Japanese sister school

Look forward to hearing from you.

—

Masumi Reade, The Woodlands High School
ウッドランズ高校 リード真澄

 


Jun 2

Job: Aggregation Data Maintenance Associate – Indeed (Tokyo, Japan)

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Position: Aggregation Data Maintenance Associate
Posted by: Indeed
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to JET alumna Zandra Gilmore (Tokushima-ken) for the following job listing:

I now work at Indeed, and we are looking to hire someone who reads Japanese and has basic HTML/CSS coding skills for the Aggregation Data Maintenance Associate position.

https://www.indeed.jp/viewjob?jk=fef1a015146213ca&q=Aggregation+Data+Maintenance+Associate&l=tokyo&tk=1bhit7eqh1c0f0sb&from=web

 


Jun 2

Job: Education Program Officer – Japan Society (New York City, New York)

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Position: Education Program Officer
Posted by: Japan Society
Location: New York City, New York
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job received directly from the company:

EDUCATION PROGRAM OFFICER

The Education Program Officer plans and coordinates all aspects of the on-site and off-site student and family programs including the High School Summer Workshop and the annual family holiday programs. The Education Program Officer is responsible for the effective planning and implementation of program components including program content, logistics, collaboration with other institutions, and promotion of the events. The position requires meticulous organizational, program development, communication and networking skills in order to ensure the successful implementation of the programs. The Education Program Officer will work closely with the Director to produce and prepare budgets, project proposals, and other duties related to educational programming.  Other responsibilities include producing timely content on the education and family programs for the department’s social media outlets.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

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May 29

Job: Personal Assistant/Concierge – 2 Places at 1 Time (Washington, DC)

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Position: Personal Assistant/Concierge
Posted by: 2 Places at 1 Time
Location: Washington, DC
Contract: Part-Time

A job opening is available for a personal assistant/concierge for busy professionals in Washington, DC! This is currently a 2-5 hours per week position, but hours may increase. For more information, please see below.

https://www.ziprecruiter.com/jobs/2-places-at-1-time-inc-536b8ac0/part-time-personal-assistant-concierge-70ca5585

 


May 29

Job: Assistant Program Director – InsideAsia Tours (Yale University)

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Position: Assistant Program Director
Posted by: InsideAsia Tours
Location: Yale University
Contract: Full-Time

 

 Here’s a job received directly from the university:

Original Posting Date 18-May-2017
STARS Requisition number 43689BR
Posting Position Title Assistant Program Director
Bargaining Unit None – Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)
Time Type Full time
Duration Type Regular
Compensation Grade Profile Associate (22)
Work Location Central Campus
Worksite Address 34 Hillhouse Avenue New Haven, CT 06511
Total # of hours to be worked: 37.5
Position Focus: The Assistant Program Director of the Council on East Asian Studies at the Whitney and Betty MacMillan Center for International and Area Studies at Yale is responsible for the financial management and programmatic support of the Council on East Asian Studies. Reports to the Program Director of the Council on East Asian Studies and the Director of Finance and Administration of the MacMillan Center, with latitude for exercising discretion and independent judgement. Provide comprehensive financial management of the Council on East Asian Studies (CEAS). With considerable latitude for exercising discretion and independent judgment and initiative, oversee the day-to-day financial operations of CEAS and provide both short-term and long-term budgetary planning, tracking, monitoring, analysis, and reporting for all CEAS financials, including endowments, grants, contracts, gifts, special-use accounts, and fellowship awards. These duties involve the performance of a variety of analytical and quality assurance activities for a portfolio of complex projects funded by diverse sources to ensure compliance with accounting principles, sponsor requirements, federal and state guidelines and University policies. Ensures the successful execution of events on time and within budget in a variety of programs. This position will be responsible for creating and executing programmatic activities, with a strong focus on Japan-related activities and events. The Assistant Program Director will also communicate with and host visiting scholars from East Asia. Responsible for making decisions on the nature of events and programs so that it is in line with the MacMillan Center’s overall mission for promoting teaching and research on all aspects of international affairs, societies, and cultures around the world.
Dept/Section URL Click here for more information
Essential Duties 1. In support of the overall mission, plans, directs and oversees programmatic activities. 2. Develops, implements, and maintains operational policies and procedures. 3. Manages program communications; identifies outreach potential, and promotes philanthropic and collaborative support of the program. 4. Works closely with leadership, internal and external colleagues, and community residents to further develop and implement strategic plans. 5. Identifies, solicits, and cultivates community partnerships and collaborations to assist in the development and growth of the program. 6. Tracks all program activities and regularly informs leadership of progress on each initiative. Recommends structural or programmatic adjustments, changes or additions based on full knowledge of missions, goals, and objectives. Develops metrics to identify and measure the success of the program. 7. Assists in identifying and evaluating potential future funding sources, and contributes to the submission of grants and contracts supporting the program, including the annual submission and writing of all content areas and budgetary sections of grant applications. 8. Develops and manages the program’s operating budget. 9. Manages the administrative infrastructure of the program. Manages human resources including staffing and hiring, supervision, performance development, counseling and discipline, if warranted. Oversees and manages information systems, facilities, and space needs. 10. May perform other duties as assigned.

 

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