Job: Social Media Assistant – Consulate General of Japan in New York (New York, NY, USA)
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Position: Social Media Assistant
Posted by: Consulate General of Japan in New York
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time; Contract
Thanks to Joseph Meringolo (Fukushima-ken, 2014-2017) for passing along the following job opening.
The Consulate General of Japan in New York is currently seeking a Social Media Assistant to assist with social media postings and the organization of Japanese cultural events.
This is a CONTRACT POSITION that will run from September 2025 until the end of March 2026. This is an in-office post between Monday through Friday (from 9:15am to 6:00pm with flexible hours) to offset the compensation of around $24,000 for the contracted period.
We are looking for an organized team player who can manage a variety of tasks and assume the following responsibilities as Social Media Assistant.
Responsibilities include:
●Assist with Japan-related social media postings and perform analyses of the Consulate’s social media accounts
●Search online for Japan-related events/articles to share on Consulate’s SNS accounts
●Create informative graphics, edit photos, film and/or produce videos.
●Research and technical support for presentations
●Various administrative tasks related to the Consulate’s public relations efforts and cultural events
●Respond to and follow up with public inquiries by phone and email
●Other duties as deemed necessary
Qualifications:
●Excellent writing and communication skills
●Possesses skills and experience in graphic design
●Knowledge of and experience with social media platforms (Facebook, X(Twitter), Instagram etc.)
●Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
●At least two years of college education
●Valid working permit
●Full professional proficiency in English
Ideal Candidate:
●Has prior experience with public relations or event planning work
●Demonstrates knowledge of Japanese culture and/or Japanese work culture
●Possesses some Japanese language ability (advanced ability is preferred)
●Has prior work experience in Japan or at a Japanese company
●Is skilled in photo editing, video editing, and/or graphic design
●Possesses basic proficiency in Adobe Elements Suite or equivalent applications
Application Process: To apply for this position, please submit the following to kyujin-jic2@ny.mofa.go.jp by July 14, 2025: Your name. Email address, Mailing address, Cell number, Resume
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