Jul 1

AJET: Stonewall Japan – LGBT Computer-based Q and A sign-in

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Saw this originally posted to the JETAA Southern California Facebook group by Stephen Haverfield:

Passing along info from Stonewall Japan: LGBT Computer-based Q&A sign in:

Greetings from Stonewall Japan! Many of you may know of our organization already but for those unfamiliar, we are one of the national AJET special interest groups. With almost 800 members, we are definitely the largest of the SIGs, and our mission is to provide a safe community for LGBTQIA English language speakers living and working in Japan.

http://ajet.net/contact-ajet/special-interest-nationality-language-groups/Stonewall.ajet.net

We are contacting you today to let you know about the resources we have been putting together for the incoming 2014 JETs. As departure looms, we’re sure you are all extremely busy with preparing the new JETs for their life abroad. In order to help with that process, we have created a small handout about living as an LGBTQIA person in Japan. It includes links to resources and has a lot of great information that we certainly wish we had had when we first arrived on JET! We have also gathered some wonderful volunteers from Stonewall’s leadership to provide Q&A sessions through Google Hangouts for incoming JETs BEFORE they leave, which we hope will answer a lot of lingering questions and alleviate some stress from the often stressful process of preparing for departure.

The orientation handout is attached and the link to the Q&A session sign-up is here:
http://stonewall.ajet.net/new-jet-info-session-sign-up-2014/

However, as you know, the time for orientation is limited, especially considering AJET will no longer have a presence this year at Tokyo orientation. So we were encouraged by National AJET to send this out to the JET alumni associations / orientation coordinators post-haste. We hope that you can distribute the handout and the link to the Q&A to the incoming JETs in your area as soon as possible (the deadline for the Google Hangouts sign up is July 12th and we have a limited amount of spots open).

Lastly, we want to congratulate you on the work you’ve done and continue to do to make sure the new JETs arrive in Japan with the knowledge they need to hit the ground running. A big Otsukare-sama goes out from the whole Stonewall team.

Thank you and onegaishimasu,

Sincerely,

The Stonewall Japan Leadership Team
stonewallsig@ajet.net

Attachment: Handout https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n2WwAeSZYmv2nqVETSA8SI4lKbMLKi9vp3AUn4salVc/edit?usp=sharing

Jun 30

Let’s Talk Japan, Episode 23 – 2014 Embassy of Japan JET Program Pre-Departure Orientation

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Let’s Talk Japan is a monthly, interview format podcast covering a wide range of Japan-related topics. Host Nick Harling (Mie-ken, 2001-03) lived in Japan from 2001 until 2005, including two great years as a JET Program participant in Mie-Ken. He practices law in Washington, D.C., and lives with his wife who patiently listens to him talk about Japan . . . a lot.

A few weeks ago, I was invited to a pre-departure orientation for new JET Program participants, organized by the JET Program Office at the Embassy of Japan.

The orientation covered a wide range of topics, and I am very grateful to the Japanese Embassy for allowing me to record the event and use the audio on the podcast. The presenters were all JET Program alumni, who shared their first-hand experiences and advice with the new JETs on a wide range of topics.

In this episode, I have included three particularly useful presentations; including: (1) Things To Do Before You Leave; (2) Life in Japan; and (3) Life as an Assistant Language Teacher. These are just a few of the topics covered at the orientation, and I hope to share more of them with you in a future episode.  If you know of someone considering the JET Program or moving to Japan, there’s a lot of useful information in this episode.

Enjoy,

Nick

If you have not already done so, be sure to follow the podcast on Twitter @letstalkjapan and leave a positive rating/review in iTunes.

Jun 30

Job: Assistant Director – International Programs Abroad at Emory University (Atlanta)

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Via JET alum Carleen Ben.  Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-Present), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai.  Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.

Position: Assistant Director
Posted by: International Programs Abroad at Emory University 
Location: Atlanta, GA
Type: Full-time 

Overview:

The Center for International Programs Abroad at Emory University is now accepting applications for the Assistant Director position in the study abroad office of Emory College of Arts & Sciences.
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Jun 30

Job: (2) International Coordinators – Arizona State University Study Abroad Office (Tempe, AZ)

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Via JET alum Carleen Ben.  Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-Present), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai.  Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.

Position: (2) International Coordinators
Posted by: Arizona State University Study Abroad Office
Location: Tempe, AZ
Type: Full-time 

Posted Rate of Pay: $34,000- $41,000 per year; DOE. This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.

Overview:

The Arizona State University Study Abroad Office, located in Tempe, Arizona, is seeking two (2) International Coordinators to join our Faculty Directed Programs Unit. Full details of the position are available on our Human Resources website (Requisition ID 5634BR); please note that the position will close on Friday, July 18, 2014, at 11:59pm.
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Jun 30

Job: Program Manager – University of Washington (Seattle)

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 Via JET alum Carleen Ben.  Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-Present), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai.  Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.

Position: Program Manager, Undergraduate Global Programs

Posted by: University of Washington’s Global Business Center
Location: Seattle, WA
Type: Full-time 

Overview:

The University of Washington’s Global Business Center at the Foster School of Business has just posted a new position, Program Manager, Undergraduate Global Programs. This position will close to applicants on July 14th. Details are below and online.

The University of Washington (UW) is proud to be one of the nation’s premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research, and community service. Our staff not only enjoy outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.
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Jun 30

Job: Intercultural Programs Coordinator -Florida State University (Tallahassee)

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Via JET alum Carleen Ben.  Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-Present), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai.  Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.

Position: Intercultural Programs Coordinator
Posted by: Center for Global Engagement, Florida State University
Location: Tallahassee, FL 
Type: Full-time 

Overview:

The Intercultural Programs Coordinator is responsible for the Center for Global Engagement’s intercultural programs designed to promote increased understanding and awareness among different cultures as well as to facilitate interaction between domestic and international students. The Coordinator supervises a Graduate Assistant and four Student Assistants who work as a team to develop and implement intercultural programs as well as provide logistical support to the Beyond Borders Cultural Exchange program and university exchange programs.  Read More

Jun 30

Job: Programs Abroad Positions – UC San Diego (CA)

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Via JET alum Carleen Ben.  Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-Present), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai.  Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.

Position: Student Affairs Officer (2 positions)
Posted by: University of California, San Diego
Location: La Jolla, California
Type: Full-time 

Overview:

 The University of California, San Diego is committed to excellence in the field of study abroad. We are seeking two highly motivated and talented individuals to join the Programs Abroad Office team as a Coordinator of Faculty-Led Programs and a Programs Abroad Advisor:
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Jun 30

Job: International Student Advisor Position – Rochester Institute of Technology (NY)

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Via JET alum Carleen Ben.  Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-Present), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai.  Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.

Position: International Student Advisor Position
Posted by: Rochester Institute of Technology
Location: Rochester, NY

Overview:

Founded in 1829, Rochester Institute of Technology is a privately endowed, coeducational university with nine colleges emphasizing career education and experiential learning. The campus occupies 1,300 acres in suburban Rochester, the third-largest city in New York state. RIT also has international campuses in Eastern Europe and Dubai. The RIT student body consists of approximately 15,000 undergraduate and 2,900 graduate students. Enrolled students represent all 50 states and more than 100 countries. Read More

Jun 30

Job: Coordinator for Faculty-Led Study Abroad Programs – East Carolina University (NC)

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Jun 30

Job: Assistant Director – BridgePathways at Philadelphia University (PA)

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Via JET alum Carleen Ben.  Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-Present), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai.  Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.

Position: Assistant Director
Posted by: BridgePathways at Philadelphia University
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Type: Full-time 

Start Date: July/August 2014

Overview:

Are you looking for a fast-paced and multi-cultural work environment where you can make a difference? Are you passionate about international education and enjoy working with students from all over the world? Then this position may be right for you! Read More

Jun 30

Job: International Education Coordinator – Broadreach (NC)

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Via JET alum Carleen Ben.  Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-Present), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai.  Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.

Position: International Education Coordinator
Posted by: Broadreach
Location: Asheville, NC
Type: Part-time with potential for full-time employment 

Overview:

Broadreach seeks an International Education Coordinator to work under the  supervision of the Director of Global Initiatives and School Partnerships to  assist with developing sustainable relationships with schools and educational  groups to create exceptional hands-on learning adventures abroad. The International Education Coordinator will join an experienced team of professionals to organize and facilitate international opportunities for students and schools.
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Jun 30

Life in Japan: Technology

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On Saturday, I spoke at a Q&A Panel for NEJETAA on technology in Japan. For an informal debriefing, I did aite, but I finished feeling like I could’ve done better.

I thought I’d do a recap here and add the stuff I forgot to mention originally. This info should be helpful for anyone who’s going to stay in Japan, not just JETs, so let me know in the comments what you think.

My street cred is living in the mountainside of Japan from 2009-12, so it’s very possible some of this is a teeny-tad outdated. Read More

Jun 30

Job: J>E Translator Positions at Voltage

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Overview: 

Voltage, Inc. is looking to expand its lineup of translated games and is in need of Japanese to English translators who have experience translating scripts for video games. Voltage is a pioneer in the field of romance simulation apps for a female audience in Japan and continues to lead the industry. Read More

Jun 30

Job: Cultural Affairs Assistant position at the Japanese Consulate (Houston)

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Overview: 

Benefits: Paid vacation, medical/dental insurance, US federal and some Japanese
national holidays
Working hours: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday ＊some evenings and weekends required
for special events and receptions Read More

Jun 30

Job: Japanese NPO seeks a Research Assistant. for Health & Welfare Department (New York)

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Overview: 
Japanese NPO seeks a Research Assistant. (Health & Welfare Department)

Starting from the middle of Aug~ Max 1year (Temp)

9：00～17:00（Lunch 12:00～13:00） $17/hr

Work Location:
New York, NY Read More