Job: Admin Assistant at Embassy of Japan (DC)
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Here’s a position at the Embassy of Japan in DC that just opened up. Via JETAA DC Google Group. Posted by blogger and podcaster Jon Dao (Toyama-ken, 2009-12). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position: Administrative Assistant, Public Affairs Section
Type: Full-Time
Location: Washington DC
Overview:
The Embassy of Japan is seeking an individual for the position of Administrative Assistant at the Public Affairs Section. The Embassy offers group health insurance coverage, paid vacation, a number of paid U.S./Japanese holidays, and sick leave. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Work Hours:
Monday-Friday 9:00am – 12:30pm, 2:00pm – 5:30pm
Lunch Break: 12:30pm – 2 pm
Lunch time receptionist duty: About once a month
Principal Responsibilities
- Administrative work including managing the schedule of diplomats, answering phone calls, arranging appointments, and other assistant work
- Assisting diplomats in the development and implementation of receptions, cultural events, meetings, and seminars
- Developing itineraries and coordinating transportation for diplomats and guests
- Drafting and proofreading letters, documents, and remarks for diplomats in English
- Other responsibilities as needed
Requirements:
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or green card holder
- Fluent in English
- Japanese language skills preferred
- Computer skills such as the use of Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Experience living or working in Japan preferred
Application:
Please send your resume/CV with a cover letter to the address or email below.
By mail:
Attn: Mr. Shinji Kikuchi
Embassy of Japan
2520 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008
By e-mail:
shinji.kikuchi @ mofa.go.jp
*The application will be closed when we decide on a qualified canidate. Inquiries will not be answered by phone or in person. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.
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