Aug 28

Job: Speechwriter & Public Relations Advisor for The Consulate General of Japan in Los Angeles

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Thanks to Jet Alum Tiffany Dwyer for sharing this job opening. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: Speechwriter & Public Relations Advisor
Posted by: The Consulate General of Japan
Type: Full-time
Location: Los Angeles
Salary:  N/A
Start Date: N/A
http://www.la.us.emb-japan.go.jp/e_web/jicc_opportunity.htm

Overview:
The Consulate General of Japan in Los Angeles is seeking a motivated and diligent individual to be a Speech Writer and Public Relations advisor. The successful candidate would have excellent writing and research skills, intercultural communication skills, and an ability to self-motivate and take initiative to better communicate Japan’s policy to the American public.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Acting as the lead writer, draft speeches, op-ed and letters for the Consul General and other officers for various occasions; edit and support colleagues’ written material in each of their priority areas.
• Develop and draft presentation materials that clearly, consistently and effectively communicate Japan’s basic policies and positions on various issues as needed.
• Develop and maintain solid data (facts, figures, etc) on the Japan-US relationship to be used as a resource for the consulate.
• Monitor print, broadcast and internet media and work closely with colleagues to implement communications strategies on current issues in Japan-US relations and the consular jurisdiction.
• Work with consulate staff and outside organizations to assist in the planning and execution of Japan-related events, talks, lectures and official consulate functions.
• Perform various other duties, including creating and editing content for the consulate’s website, conducting a variety of general research and organizing public affairs functions.
• Translating documents from Japanese to English, as appropriate.
• Handling various administrative and clerical tasks. Read More

Aug 28

Job: Program Coordinator at I-House (NYC)

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Thanks to JETAANY Board Member Amber Liang for sharing this job opening. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: Programs coordinator
Posted by: International House
Type: Full-time
Location: New York
Salary:  N/A
Start Date: Immediately

Overview:
Founded in 1924, International House seeks to develop future global leaders by enabling them to live and learn together in a challenging and supportive residential community. The roster of innovative, high-quality programs and activities are at the core of this dynamic experience in multicultural living. These programs are designed to facilitate the development of the skills and values essential to sound global leadership through the exploration of diverse cultures, ideas and beliefs. The 700 resident members admitted each year are from over 100 countries and study at over 75 academic and training institutions in New York City in fields as diverse as finance, studio art, law, neuroscience and dance.

The Office of Programs & Resident Life is responsible for planning and implementing the cultural, educational and social programs that reflect the diversity of the resident community and actualize the mission of the House.  The Programs Office staff works with a team of approximately 25 residents who serve the community as Program Fellows.  Monthly programs during the academic year include cultural hours; resident roundtable discussions; performing, cinema and fine arts events; social events and trips in and around NYC. In addition, there are one or two guest speaker events each month, an outreach tutorial program, sports & fitness activities, a language exchange program, and leadership programs designed to enhance graduate study.  Other large events include the annual Fall Fiesta, the All Nations Celebration in April, semi-formal dances and 4 Sunday Suppers each year. Summer activities include social, cultural and recreational activities in and around NYC. The Programs Office also includes the Resident Support Services team composed of 21 Resident Fellows, Peer Counselors and the Resident Social Worker. Office hours are Monday-Friday from 9:00am to 7:00pm and most programs take place in the evening and on some weekends. Read More

Aug 24

Job: Communications Interns at The White House Project (NYC)

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Thanks to JET alum and communications expert Kirsten Henning for sharing this interesting opportunity. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: Communications Intern
Posted by: The White House Project
Type: N/A
Location: New York
Salary: N/A
Start date: N/A

Overview:
The White House Project ignites the leadership of women in business and politics. We connect, coach and educate an ever-expanding alumnae network of 14,000 nationwide. With a focus on women age 21-35, we activate the ambition, creativity, and skills necessary for innovative and effective leadership.

The White House Project seeks enthusiastic, committed individuals for exciting and challenging internships in NYC. Internships are available in Development, Communications, Programs, and Executive. We are currently accepting applications for Fall interns. Internships are unpaid, but we frequently work with colleges, universities and organizations that sponsor students or offer credit. Ideal candidates will have a background in political science, women’s studies, communications or business. Strong written and oral communication skills are a must. We are looking for individuals with an interest in igniting women’s leadership and learning more about the non-profit sector. Read More

Aug 24

Job: Marketing Support & Logistics Coordinator (NYC)

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Thanks to JET alum, Eric Liebman for sharing this JET-relevant job listing at his company.
Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: Marketing Support & Logistics Coordinator
Posted by: Mitsubishi International Corporation
Type: N/A
Location: New York
Salary: N/A
Start date: N/A

Overview:
One of the Chemicals trading departments at is expanding operations in South America. The new role serves to satisfy customer needs and meet internal compliance requirements. The Coordinator would assure punctual and smooth coordination of shipments with customers/vendors according to their contracting logistics; proper inventory management; compliance with billing, documentation, accounting inputs, collection and credit monitoring; etc. A proactive approach to business is key. Within the team, transparent, punctual and close communications are required.

The following are preferred: experience with GBS, GTS, SAP systems; good MS Office skills; an open-minded attitude with new and unfamiliar situations; accuracy, efficiency, and consistency; strong organizational skills; ability to be proactive/flexible; good English Communication skill to give good customer service.

If you’re interested, please contact Former JET Eric Liebman (Shimane-ken, 2008-10): LIEBMAN@GMAIL.COM

Aug 24

JQ Magazine: The State of Returning Stateside – Jobs Edition

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Sayaka Takeda, a veteran recruiter with Actus Consulting Group, wants to help you find a job.

By Preston Hatfield (Yamanashi-ken, 2009-10) for JQ magazine. Preston moved from San Francisco to New York City in January 2012 and is now accepting submissions from people who want to be his friend. Abduct him from his house in the middle of the night, or find him on Facebook and ask about his JET blog in which he details his exploits and misadventures in that crazy Land of the Rising Sun we all love.

If you have been back from JET for a year or two, you probably already know the story. If you are just now returning and you have not been keeping up with the news, let me fill you in: The economy, well, it sucks. And while that fact may not exactly be news considering that the markets crashed back in 2008, it is very possible, especially for those who have lived abroad since then, that the recession has not affected you yet. But according to the Wall Street Journal, with 8.2 percent unemployment, an additional 88 million unemployed Americans not a part of that calculation due to having stopped actively searching for jobs, and three consecutive lackluster jobs reports coming out of Washington in the past months (which according to the Journal makes this the “weakest quarter for job growth since the labor market began to recover in 2010”), returning expats are in for a rude homecoming.

Speaking from experience, the generous salary and benefits JETs enjoy seems like a well that will never run dry, and when I came home in the summer of 2010 and bounced between part-time jobs, internships, and temporary positions for the better part of two years, I was kicking myself for walking away from a guaranteed contract in Japan before my limit was up. If I could do it again, they would have to drag me onto that America bound plane kicking and screaming.

I am writing mainly to the JETs who are coming home this year—more specifically, to young JETs who will be making their valiant attempts to join the American workforce for the first time since graduation— and please know that I am not trying to scare you. Hey, you survived teaching in Japanese classrooms, nothing can scare you anymore. But I am here to warn you that the road ahead may be rough, and you would be wise to manage your expectations when you decide to start your next job search. It can be stressful. On top of the reverse culture shock and post-JET depression that some of you will experience, the added pressure of needing a job and the frustration of sending out résumé after résumé without response can bring you down and tempt you to sign on with whatever Japan teaching pops up on a Google search. I trust that you and I are not the only ones who have felt this way, but before you do that, take a step back and consider your other options.

Hopefully, as you are readjusting to life in the States you will be formulating a rough game plan for the challenge ahead, but if you do not already have a field that you are determined to break into, if grad school is not yet on your radar, and if you really want to strengthen your understanding of Japan and maintain your connection to Japanese culture, then perhaps working at a Japanese company in America is an option. There are a handful of established Japanese staffing agencies with offices throughout America’s major cities that place people in a variety of full and part-time positions. But do these companies want to interview, much less hire, former English teachers such as ourselves? I caught up with a recruiter in Midtown Manhattan to find out.

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Aug 24

Job: Postings from Idealist.org 8.24.12

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Via Idealist.org. Posted by Geneva Marie (Niigata-ken 2008-09) Geneva is a contributor to both JETwit and JETAANY. Geneva is on a continuous (epic) search for Japanese-related jobs in the United States. Hire me!  :-)

Regional Educational Advising Coordinator

Posted by: Institute of International Education
Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY
Salary:  DOE
Effective Date: August 2012

IIE is seeking a global REAC for the India and Central Asia region. Bachelor’s degree required, Masters or equivalent academic degree preferred; or a combination of experience and education. English required and fluency in a local language preferred.

http://www.idealist.org/view/job/dX9G28K45BJd/

Aug 21

Job: Assistant for Intergovernmental Affairs – SF Consulate

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Thanks to JET alum Peter Weber for sharing this posting. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position:  Assistant for Intergovernmental Affairs
Posted by:  Consulate General of Japan
Type: Full-time
Location: San Francisco, CA
Salary:  N/A
Start Date: Early October

http://www.sf.us.emb-japan.go.jp/archives/PR_e/2012/pr_12_0817.htm

Overview:
The Consulate seeks a staff member to assist the Intergovernmental Affairs Section. This section is responsible for the following activities within the states of California and Nevada.

•Conducting political and governmental research to identify emerging developments in Japan-U.S. relations
•Assisting consular staff with learning about comparative governmental processes and developing connections with their domestic government
counterparts
•Implementing creative projects to advance Japan-U.S. relations, including sister city relations and intergovernmental exchanges
•Drafting speeches and informational materials Read More

Aug 19

Job: Children’s English School Teacher (Yokohama)

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Via ShabeKids. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: Children’s English School Teacher
Posted by: ShabeKids
Type: Part-time
Location: Yokohama City
Salary: 2000 yen or more/per lesson
Start date: ASAP

Overview:
Fun, local English school for children aged 2-15 looking for a friendly part-time native English teacher to join our team. 3-4 hours/day, 2-3 days/week, 2000yen or more/per lesson (40-, 50- and 60-minute lessons).

Teaching location; Yokohama city, Hakuraku station on the Tokyu Toyoko Line.

Proper visa, BA/BS required. Experience teaching English to kids and/or adults, and TESL/TEFL/TESOL certification preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. Transportation allowance (to 1000yen/day).
Six-month renewable contract. Application deadline; End of August, 2012. Position available from ASAP. Please apply by e-mail with CV/resume, letter of introduction, photo, availability and visa status.

Contact; Shige Satsuma, Proud Academy Corporation. 34-28, Kandaiji 4-chome, Kanagawa-ku, Yokohama 221-0801. mail to: info@esbkids.com

http://www.esbkids.com

Aug 18

Job: National Cherry Blossom Festival – Program Coordinator – External Relations (DC)

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Thanks to JET alum Laurel Lukaszewski for passing on this JET-relevant job opportunity. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: Program Coordinator – External Relations
Posted by: Downtown DC Business Improvement District
Type: N/A
Location: Washington, DC
Salary:  N/A
Start Date: N/A

Overview:
The Downtown DC Business Improvement District (BID) Events Department is currently recruiting for a Program Coordinator – External Relations of the National Cherry Blossom Festival. This position will facilitate, develop and coordinate activities and functions of external outreach programs associated with the National Cherry Blossom Festival – the Nation’s Greatest Springtime Celebration: to ensure that goals and objectives specified for the program are accomplished in accordance with established priorities, time limitations, funding limitations or other specifications. Read More

Aug 18

Job: Translators, Editors and Letterers for Digital Manga

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Thanks to JET alum Joanna Metoki (Wakayama-ken, 2007-08) for sharing this great JET-relevant job listing.
Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: Translators, Editors and Letterers
Posted by: Digital Manga
Type: N/A
Location: Gardena, CA
Salary:  N/A
Start Date: N/A

Overview:
Digital Manga (www.digitalmanga.com) is one of the industry’s most unconventional and innovative companies, specializing in building corporate and cultural bridges from Japan to the Western Hemisphere – specifically through the licensing, importation and preparation of anime (Japanese animation), manga (Japanese comic books) and related merchandise for the North American mainstream and subculture markets. In this capacity, DMI serves as a catalyst for the expansion of Japanese pop culture institutions into global arenas. Read More

Aug 18

Job: Administrative Assistant – Nihon Bay Clinic

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Via JETAA Northern California. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: Administrative Assistant
Posted by: Nihon Bay Clinic
Type: Part-time
Location: San Mateo, CA
Salary:  N/A
Start Date: N/A

Overview:

Aug 16

Jobs: Actus Postings (Midtown, NYC )

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Via Actus Consulting. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Note: If you apply, please make sure to mention that you learned of the listing from JETwit, thanks.

Position: Export Coordinator for Major Japanese Bookstore (NYC)
Posted by: Actus Consulting Group, Inc.
Type: Full-time
Location: Midtown, NYC
Salary: Salary: $16/ hr+ Possible Bonus+ Benefit (Health and 401K)
Start date: ASAP

Overview:
Known as Japan’s largest bookstore- 50 stores and 74 book centers in Japan, 27 stores around the world. Specialize in sales of Japanese books, and other goods such as stationary. Company Size: 30 retail staff and 12 staff in NY office.

Your Role with the Company:
Job duties will include order US and Canadian academic publications on behalf of Japanese office, processing the claims and requests to the US publishers, preparing custom documents and sending the shipment to Japan office regularly. Read More

Aug 16

Job: Associate Producer NHK (NY)

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Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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 Position: Associate Producer
Posted by: NHK
Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY 
Salary: N/A
Start date: N/A

Position Overview:
A successful Associate Producer will wear many hats.  He or she will work in a 24-hours news environment, participating in every aspect of TV News production, from research through post-production on both short hits and feature packages.  The successful applicant should be news savvy, up to date on key issues affecting New York City and the U.S. at large.

Reports To:
NHK Correspondent Read More

Aug 16

Job: Associate Producer for TV Asahi (DC)

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Via JETAA DC. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: Associate Producer
Posted by: TV Asahi America
Type: Full-time
Location: Washington, DC
Salary: DOE
Start date: NA

Overview:
TV Asahi is a Japanese national broadcasting company. Its Washington, D.C. Bureau seeks Associate Producer who assists newsgathering, reporting and production to prepare for news broadcasts.

Qualifications;
*BA or MA degree
*English language fluency required with strong oral and written communication skills, and Japanese oral communication skill preferable.
*Strong interest or background in politics and international affairs, and an interest in journalism or broadcasting news
*Strong Interest and understanding in Japanese and Asian culture
*Valid driver’s license and passport
*Full time job Monday-Friday and sometimes weekends
*Travel sometimes both inside and outside the U.S.
*Because of time difference between USA and Tokyo, flexibility is needed for working hours Read More

Aug 16

Job: Amnet Reservations Staff – Asia Division (NYC)

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