Job: Postings from Idealist.org 8.14.12
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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! :-)
Program Officer, Lecture Programs
Posted by: Japan Society
Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY
Salary: Competitive, Full Benefits
Start Date: Not Specified
The Japan Society is seeking a Program Officer to plan, execute, and manage lecture programs, conferences and symposia on themes relating to existing Japan Society projects. Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three years related experience, required. Written and spoken Japanese, a plus.
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/pNJCSGdhC8Np/
International Education Specialist
Posted by: World Education Services
Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY
Salary: DOE
Start Date: Not Specified
World Education Services, Inc. is seeking a Credential Evaluator for the Asia Pacific Group. This group processes evaluations from Asia Pacific countries. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.Vietnamese language skills preferred.
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/PDxWJGpbbncp/
Counselor Advocate, Japanese or Mandarin
Posted by: New York Asian Women’s Center
Type: Full-time and Part-time
Location: New York, NY
Salary: Competitive
Start Date: Not Specified
New York Asian Women’s Center is looking for a Counselor Advocate who will ensure all clients receive prompt and professional services and provide therapeutic support that encourages self- sufficiency and empowerment. Experience with anti-violence work, the Asian community, criminal justice, client advocacy, and/or human trafficking, preferred. Bachelors in Psychology or related field; Masters a plus.
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/Cdgpj5B6f7mD/
Job: CFR 2013-2014 International Affairs Fellowship in Japan
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Via JETAA DC. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: Affairs Fellowship
Posted by: International Affairs Fellowship in Japan
Type: Full-time
Location: Japan
Salary: N/A
Start Date: N/A
http://www.cfr. org/thinktank/ fellowships/ iaf_japan. html
Overview:
CFR 2013–2014 International Affairs Fellowship in Japan. Sponsored by Hitachi, Ltd.
The Program:
Founded in 1997, the International Affairs Fellowship in Japan (IAF-J), sponsored by Hitachi, Ltd., seeks to strengthen mutual understanding and cooperation between the rising generations of leaders in the United States and Japan. The program provides a selected group of mid-career U.S. citizens the opportunity to expand their professional horizons by spending a period of research or other professional activity in Japan. Read More
Job: Researcher/Reporter Assistant – The Mainichi Newspapers (LA) (apply by Aug 19)
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Via The Mainichi Newspapers. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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***Note: If you apply for this position, please let them know you learned of it from JETwit. Thanks.***
Position: Researcher/Reporter Assistant
Posted by: The Mainichi Newspapers
Type: Full-time
Location: Las Angeles, CA (Brentwood)
Salary: monthly net salary will be $2,500.00(after all applicable federal and state deductions and
withholding)
Start Date: N/A
General Description:
The Mainichi Newspapers Los Angeles Bureau seeks a Researcher/Reporter Assistant. The Mainichi Newspapers is a major daily Japanese newspaper printed in Japan with over 4 million readers. It is the oldest national daily newspaper in Japan founded in 1872. Our corporate information can be found at http://mdn.mainichi.jp/.
Note: The application deadline is August 19. Read More
Job: Production coord/researcher – NTV (NY)
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Via NTVIC. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: Production Coordinator/Researcher
Posted by: NTVIC
Type: N/A
Location: New York
Salary: N/A
Start Date: N/A
Overview:
“TV Production Company under a major Japanese TV network group is seeking a production coordinator/researcher. The job is based in New York City, but requires traveling throughout North America for location shoots. Main responsibilities include researches and film shoot coordination for variety shows, documentary programs and sports programs for Nippon TV and other Japanese TV networks. Fluency in English (native/business level) required, and ability to converse and write emails in Japanese required. Please send resume in English or in Japanese to: contact@ntvic.com.”
http://www.ntvic.com/index-e.html
Job: Guide Job for Exchange Program
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Via JETAA Pacific Northwest. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: Guide Job for Exchange Program
Posted by: The Laurasian Institution
Type: Short term
Location: Seattle, WA
Salary: N/A
Start Date: N/A
Responsibilities:
The Laurasian Institution of Seattle, WA is seeking guides for groups of 25 participants visiting the United States from Japan between October 2012 and March 2013. Groups will be comprised of 24 high school students and 1~2 adult chaperones. Groups will visit the United States for a period of 11 days, including sightseeing in two major cities (either Seattle & San Francisco or Washington D.C. and New York City) and a homestay in locations throughout the country.
Guides will meet groups at the airport in the arrival city (Washington D.C or Seattle), lead them through scheduled orientation and sightseeing activities, accompany them to the homestay location and departure city (New York City or San Francisco), and see them off at the airport. Read More
Job: Interviewees Wanted for Panel Discussion (NYC) (Midtown East, NY)
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Thanks to JET alum translator and writer Kia Samaniego for sharing this somewhat unique JET-relevant opportunity she spotted on Craigslist.
Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: Interviewees (for Panel Discussion)
Posted by: Multilingual Outsourcing Co., Ltd
Type: N/A
Location: Midtown East, NY
Salary: See Gratuity (below)
Start date: N/A
Responsibilities:
MULTILINGUAL OUTSOURCING Co., Ltd. (http://mlos.jp/en/index.html) is seeking participants who can attend panel discussions held on New York. Participants must be USA nationality, 20 to 59 years old and meet following requirement.
Requirements:
For the entry, you have to match one of following at least.
Category 1．You have been to Japan 1 or more times.
Category 2．You are working at Travel industry and have been to Japan 1 or more times.
Category 3．You are working at Travel Magazines and have been to Japan 1 or more times.
Category 4．You are photographer and have been to Japan 1 or more times. Read More
Job: Postings from Idealist.org 8.07.12
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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! :-)
Accountant
Posted by: The Asia Foundation
Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY
Salary: Competitive, Full Benefits
Start Date: Not Specified
The Japan Society is seeking an Accountant who will report to the Vice President of Finance and Administration and who also will provide overall support to the Finance department with primary focus on Japan Society receivables. Bachelor’s degree in accounting or the equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/sD6B5JFNt3cp/
Program Coordinator
Posted by: The Japan Society of Northern California
Type: Full-time
Location: San Francisco, CA
Salary: Competitive, Benefits Package
Start Date: Not Specified
The Japan Society of Northern California is seeking a Program Coordinator who will be responsible for creating, organizing and executing Japan Society programs and special events. English fluency is required, Japanese language capability is a plus. Knowledge of Japan and Japan-related issues, also a plus.
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/d9mzFtDFMPFP/
Visitor Services Associate
Posted by: The Japan Society
Type: Part-time
Location: New York, NY
Salary: Entry Level, Hourly
Start Date: September 3rd, 2012
The Japan Society of New York is seeking a part-time Visitor Services Associate. The position is part-time, approximately 20 hours per week. In addition to regularly scheduled weekly hours, the Associate must be available to cover extra shifts on nights and weekends when necessary.
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/WZ7cWtGWTwSP/
Job: Bilingual (J/E) Admin Coordinator (San Francisco)
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A JET-relevant job listing received directly from the company, a small international investment firm (via a reference from a JET alum).
Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Job Position: Administrative Coordinator
Location: San Francisco, CA
Position: Full-time
Salary: N/A
Hour: N/A
Overview:
We are a small international investment firm in San Francisco looking for a bright, creative, self-starter who is bilingual in English/Japanese and can jump in and take control of a unique Administrative Coordinator position. The Coordinator will provide administrative and office support and will serve as special events organizer. He/She may also be called upon to assist with pro bono work for an affiliated non-profit organization during work hours. Due to the relatively small size of our firm, the candidate must have the flexibility to work across departments and be able to pro-actively handle multiple projects simultaneously with little supervision. This position will report to the Managing Partner and Director.
Qualifications and Requirements:
* Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with the highest standards for quality and accuracy, including the ability to pay
attention to details, easily follow directions and learn quickly
* Ability to manage multiple tasks with composure, organization, and efficiency.
* Willingness and ability to take responsibility for completing assigned tasks within requisite time frames, even in the face of unforeseen
circumstances.
* Proficiency in MS Suite Applications: specifically PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Access, and ideally Salesforce, social media, and WordPress, etc.
* Japanese language ability and knowledge of Japanese business culture is required
We offer a comprehensive range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, vacation and holidays.
Please send a cover letter and resume toproject.coordinator1410@gmail.com. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Job: Consulate Job, Accounting Office Staff (SF)
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Thanks to JET alum Peter Weber (who is the JET Coordinator at the Consulate in San Francisco) for sharing this listing. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Job Position: Supervisor
Location: San Francisco, CA
Position: Full-time
Salary: N/A
Hour: 9-5/M-F
Overview:
Duties will include: Interpreting various negotiations with the builders, Consulate, official residence of the relationship-building and facilities maintenance and management, the equipment / consumables management, large-scale event set-up, Assistant accounting, accounting relationships, etc., translation accounting documents, etc., and survey (price situation, housing etc.), IT related business Assistant, official car management, official car driving, Affairs of business, matters directed to Consulate-General and other accounting matters, etc.
Native proficiency required in both Japanese and English.
For more information and to apply go to: http://www.sf.us.emb-japan.go.jp/archives/PR/2012/pr_12_0719a.htm (Japanese only)
Jobs: K-12 Japanese Teachers (Atlanta, GA)
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Thanks to JET alum Jessica Kennett Cork for sharing this posting. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Job Position: Japanese teachers
Posted By: Georgia Virtual School
Location: Atlanta, GA
Position: Full-time
Salary: N/A
Hour: N/A
Overview:
Applicant must complete the Georgia Virtual School teacher training program before being assigned a course. The training program will be completed online before teaching begins. There is not a cost for completing the training.
Minimum Georgia Virtual School Teacher Certification Requirements:
•possess a valid, Georgia teaching certificate
•be certified in the following area(s): Japanese Read More
Job: Japanese-speaking Research and Cultural Liaison (Sydney, Australia)
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Thanks to JETAA Sydney’s Sharon Van Etten. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Job Position: Japanese-speaking Research and Cultural Liaison Officer
Posted By: SEEK
Location: Sydney, Australia
Position: Full-time
Salary: $52800 – $ 60000 (Negotiable, Depends on experience)
Hour: N/A
Overview:
A new exciting opportunity has arisen for candidates who are interested to perform the role as Research and Cultural Liaison officer within a government body. To be considered for this role you must be either a current Australia resident or citizen.
Responsibilities for this role will include but not limited to:
•Conducting research in issues relating to Local Governments in Australia, New Zealand and Japan
•Planning and running events, forums and meetings
•Interpretation (Japanese to English, English to Japanese)
•Assisting with sister city cultural exchange issues Read More
Job: Japanese Translator/Language Editor (Seattle)
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Thanks to Jet alum Jon LeFlore. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Job Position: Japanese Translator/Language Editor
Posted By: Big Fish Games
Location: Seattle, WA
Position: Full-time
Salary: N/A
Hour: N/A
Overview:
At Big Fish Games, we offer thousands of easily accessible games that allow our customers to relax, have fun, and feel good. The Big Fish platform now includes Mac, PC, online, mobile, social, and console games, developed both in house and in partnership with more than 500 game developers around the world. Our team is located throughout the world, including our headquarters in Seattle, and our offices in Oakland, California, Vancouver, Canada, Cork, Ireland and Luxembourg. We release A New Game Every Day!® and publish the industry’s leading casual game brands. Since our founding in 2002, we have distributed more than 1 billion premium casual games across numerous genres to customers in more than 150 countries and 10 languages.
As a Japanese Translator/Language Editor, you will work directly with our Japanese site manager in a rapidly changing environment to ensure the quality of a large volume of new game titles for our Japanese web portal http://www.bigfishgames.jp. Your responsibilities will be, but are not limited to, translating, editing and proofing game content as well as ensuring that linguistic quality adheres to our high standards and guidelines. You excel at handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment – all with the goal of furthering the company’s international growth and success. Additionally, you have a passion for linguistics and Big Fish Games products; you love to take on new challenges and are eager to join an agile, fun, and culturally diverse team that’s on the forefront of casual gaming. Read More
Job: Postings from Idealist.org 7.30.12
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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! :-)
ESL Instructor
Posted by: International Institute of New England
Type: Part-time
Location: Boston, MA
Salary: DOE
Application Deadline: August 15th, 2012
The International Institute of New England is seeking ESL Instructors to work 6-10 per week. All positions require great flexibility and willingness to travel to and from Institute offices in Boston, Lowell and Manchester, NH.
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/33THbwMMjfW8d/
Exectutive Assistant
Posted by: The Asia Foundation
Type: Full-time
Location: San Francisco, CA
Salary: DOE
Start Date: After August 3rd, 2012
The Asia Foundation is seeking an Executive Assistant to work in its San Francisco, CA office. Minimum five years experience working as an administrative assistant and at least two years supporting an executive required. Bachelor’s Degree also required.
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/SthB4Dphhccp/
Thanks to JET alum Mark Fujishige for this posting. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: Online Media Strategist
Posted by: PEPY
Type: Full time (30-40 hours/week) – Volunteer
Location: Cambodia
Salary: N/A
Start Date: August or September 2012
Overview:
PEPY is looking for an enthusiastic, creative, and dedicated individual available for a period of 6-12 months to join their office full-time in the volunteer role of Online Media Strategist. This position is part of the Communications Team and will involve managing PEPY’s online presence— especially through social media streams— and develop the ways they use content and online tools both to promote their work and to engage with a variety of partners and thought experts.
You can find additional information about this position and how to apply, via this link: http://www.idealist.org/view/volop/tj88T5hkKfXd/
Job: Japanese Language Project Manager position [NYC]
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Thanks to JET alum Sebastian Shimoichi for sharing this posting. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: Japanese Language Project Manager
Posted by: TransPerfect
Type: Full-time
Location: Manhattan, NY
Salary: N/A
Start Date: N/A
Overview:
TransPerfect Translations was founded in 1992 with the following mission: to provide the highest quality language services to leading businesses worldwide. With no external financing, the TransPerfect family of companies grew from its humble beginnings as a two-person company operating in an NYU business school dorm room into the world’s third largest translation and software localization firm and one of the fastest growing, privately-held companies in the United States. With a network of over 8,000 language specialists and over 1,500 full-time employees in over 68 locations throughout North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, we’re continuously ready to meet our clients’ needs, around the clock and around the world.
We attribute our growth to the skill, aptitude, and commitment of our high caliber employees. Put simply, we hire the most talented candidates and give them the guidance, resources, and opportunities they need to grow their career in an expanding environment. Read More
