Job: Translator at Nintendo of America
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Thanks to Osaka JET Jon LeFlore for passing on this job listing. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: Translator
Posted by: Nintendo of America
Type: Full-time with full benefits
Location: Redmond, WA
Salary:
Start date: N/A Read More
Job: Postings from Idealist.org 7.11.12
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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! :-)
Web Producer
Posted by: Japan Society
Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY
Salary: Competitive
Application Deadline:August 17th, 2012
The Japan Society is seeking a Web Producer to support web and e-communications efforts across multiple programs and departments. Must possess a 4-year degree in a related field, or the equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience, and a minimum of 3 years work experience in related positions.
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/Hj4ZTS7dJzMD/
Job: Program Officer, Lecture Programs – Japan Society (NYC)
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Thanks to JET alum Christy Jones of Japan Society for sharing this new opening at Japan Society in NYC.
Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: Program Officer, Lecture Programs
Posted by: Japan Society
Type: Full-time
Location: New York
Salary: N/A
Start date: N/A
Overview:
The Program Officer plans, executes, and manages lecture programs, conferences and symposia on themes relating to existing Japan Society projects, performances and current trends of Japanese culture, including but not limited to, design, architecture, food, literature, and social issues. Read More
Job: Japanese Language Tester
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Thanks to JET alum Regina Durr for this listing, which is for native Japanese speakers.
Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: Japanese Language Tester
Posted by: VMC Consulting
Type: Full-time
Location: San Mateo, CA
Salary: Competitive
Start date: Immediately Read More
Job: Consulate General of Japan – General Affairs Staff (NYC)
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Thanks to Jack Chan for sharing this opening at the Consulate created by his upcoming departure. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: General Affairs Staff Employee
Posted by: Consulate General of Japan
Type: Full-time
Location: New York
Salary: Will be determined under Consulate regulations
Start date: Mid August 2012
Overview:
Work consists of assisting with consular duties including but not limited to reception duties and corresponding/negotiation work with vendors. Read More
Job: Postings from Idealist.org 7.9.12
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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! :-)
Grants Writer and Manager Policy Education
Posted by: Asia Society
Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY
Salary: Competitive
Start Date: Not Specified
Asia Society seeks a Grants Writer and Manager Policy & Education for support on all fundraising activities regarding grants from foundations and government agencies, especially in the areas of Asia Society’spolicy institute and education. Graduate degree and 4-5 years fundraising experience, including proposal writing, prospect identification and research preferred.
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/5z2Gf444FtW4/
Job: Asahi Shimbun – Full-time receptionist/assistant reporter (NYC)
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Thanks to JETAA NY President Monica Yuki for forwarding on the below JET-relevant job listing. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: Speechwriter/Public Affairs Specialist
Posted by: The Consulate General of Japan in New York
Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY
Salary:
Start date: N/A
Overview:
The New York Bureau of The Asahi Shimbun, a premier Japanese newspaper, seeks a full-time receptionist/assistant reporter. Main duties include office maintenance (distributing newspapers/mail to staff; answering phone calls; restocking supplies; handling correspondents’ credentials; making coffee, etc.) Secondary and occasional duties concern helping the correspondents cover a variety of news areas, particularly sports (researching; making appointments; phone-interviewing; transcribing voice files, etc.). Read More
Job: Japan Information Center Seeking a Speechwriter/Public Affairs Specialist (NY)
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Thanks to JETAA NY Board Member Kat Barnas for passing along this job posting. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: Speechwriter/Public Affairs Specialist
Posted by: The Consulate General of Japan in New York
Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY
Salary:
Start date: NA
Overview:
The Consulate General of Japan in New York is currently seeking a speechwriter/public affairs specialist. The incumbent will produce and edit English language public remarks, speeches and official correspondence for the Ambassador and other diplomats, and, working in close cooperation with Japanese officials and staff, will carry out a variety of communications duties within the Japan Information Center, the Consulate’s press and public affairs arm. To apply please send resume and cover letter to Mr. Yoshito Yamashita (yoshito.yamashita@mofa.go.jp). Read More
Job: Esl instructors, Mahidol University (Thailand)
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Thanks to Jet alum Stephen Smith for sharing this great job listing. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: Esl instructors
Posted by: Mahidol University
Type: Full-time
Location: Thailand
Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Start date: NA
Overview:
The Faculty of ICT at Mahidol University would like to employ several highly talented individuals to join our staff in the academic year 2012, starting in August, at our Salaya campus. Full-time positions are now available for any successful applicant who holds the following minimum required qualifications: Read More
Job: Reservations and Sales Associate, Asia Division – Amnet (NYC)
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Thanks to JET alum Kathryn Oi (Miyagi-ken, Minamisanriku-shi) who works at Amnet. Kathryn also wrote an essay about her experience in Minamisanriku following the 3/11 earthquake – read here: https://jetwit.com/wordpress/2011/03/30/minamisanriku-jet-kathryn-oi-shares-her-experience-of-the-earthquake-and-tsunami/) Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: Reservations and Sales Associate, Asia Division
Posted by: Amnet Travel Agency
Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY
Salary:
Start date: NA
Overview:
If you are interested in travel, have excellent people skills, and like working in a Japanese company environment, definitely consider Amnet New York as a great job opportunity. With an already strong Japanese clientele base, Amnet is looking to expand their name, brand and services to the American market as well as other Asian markets including the Philippines , Singapore and Malaysia . Read More
Job: Postings from Idealist.org 7.3.12
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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! :-)
Senior Development Officer, Asia
Posted by: Middlebury College
Type: Full-time
Location: Middlebury, VT
Salary: Competitive
Start Date: Not Specified
Middlebury College is seeking a Senior Development Officer, Asia to join their team. Principal job responsibilities are to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward prospective donors with the capacity to make gifts in the $100K to $1M range. You will be expected to travel frequently and maintain a Middlebury presence in several geographic areas with an emphasis on Asia, requiring foreign language proficiency and cultural sensitivity. Bachelor’s degree required. Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible fundraising experience, including experience with cultivation and successfully soliciting gifts from individual donors.
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/GWJmmBHfmH8d/
Outreach Manager
Posted by: Action Without Borders-Idealist.Org
Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY
Salary: Competitive
Application Deadline: July 12, 2012
Idealist.org is seeking an Outreach Manager who is friendly, energetic, curious, data-driven, and highly imaginative to help them cultivate their community of nonprofit job posters. Minimum 3 years experience in customer or community development and engagement.
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/34nMMNWw427SP/
Job:US/Japan Alliance Subject Matter Expert with Booz Allen (Honolulu, HI)
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Thanks to former JETAA Northern California President Cerell Terese (now living in Honolulu) for sending this unique JET-relevant posting. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: US/Japan Alliance Subject Matter Expert
Posted by: Booz Allen
Type: Full-time
Location: Honolulu, HI
Salary: N/A
Start date: N/A
Key Role:
Provide US/Japan Alliance subject matter expertise for an in-depth study of the historical, cultural, diplomatic, economic, military security, and legal issues pertaining to US bilateral relations with Japan and Japan’s relations with other key countries in the region. Assist the client team with mastering all aspects of that issue through qualitative and comparative research and analysis. Develop, author, and present professional level analysis of the policies that compete with US positions and display a thorough understanding of areas of convergence, divergence, and friction in US/Japan relations, including, the US and Japan’s respective policy positions toward China, Russia, and North and South Korea. Test assumptions via outreach to best available sources of governmental, non-governmental, and academic expertise in the region. Work to enhance the client’s situational awareness, planning, and programs in accordance with the mission assurance operations research, analysis, and development directives for this contract. Develop and present analysis and policy recommendations to the client and support client efforts to effectively implement agreed-upon recommendations.
Basic Qualifications:
-6+ years of experience with research or analysis
-3+ years of experience with working in the military, civilian affairs, diplomatic corps, or other international expertise focused on US/Japan alliance affairs-Ability to obtain a security clearance-BA or BS degree required Read More
Job: Shukan NY Seikatsu Newspaper Seeks Volunteer Translators and Writers
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Thanks to JET alum Paul Benson (Fukui-ken, 2006-08), who serves as the associate editor of the English page and translates for The Shukan NY Seikatsu Newspaper, for sharing this opportunity with the JET alum community. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97)
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Position: Translators and Writers
Posted by: Shukan NY Seikatsu Newspaper
Type: Volunteer
Location: New York, NY
Salary: N/A
Start date: N/A
Overview:
Are you interested in writing about Japanese culture in New York? Do you have a lot to say and burn with zeal to express it? Are you interested in starting a career in Japanese-English translation? The Shukan NY Seikatsu newspaper (週刊NY生活) looking for you! The paper is looking to expand its volunteer base of translators and writers. Read More
Job: Grant Writer Asian Art Museum (San Francisco, California)
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Via the Foundation Center. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97)
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Position: Grant Writer
Posted by: The Asian Art Museum
Type: Full-time
Location: San Francisco, CA
Salary: $48- 57K* annually with generous benefits package.
*Please note: This position is represented by SEIU 1021. New hires start at the beginning of the
salary range.
Start date: NA
Overview:
One of the nation’s fastest growing Japanese Tier I automotive suppliers is seeking an Business Planner Gain experience in grant writing and institutional giving as a member of a robust and dynamic Development team.
The Asian Art Museum seeks a motivated individual with strong writing, organizational, and interpersonal skills to assist the growing Development team in its fundraising efforts.
Reporting to the Manager of Institutional Partnerships, the Grant Writer helps secure foundation, corporate, and government support for the Asian Art Museum through writing proposals, identifying and actively pursuing grant and sponsorship opportunities, serving as primary contact for a portfolio of institutional funders, and meeting reporting requirements. He or she focuses primarily on the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of institutional donors, and assists in the smooth execution of daily institutional fundraising activities, including gift tracking, gift acknowledgement, gift renewals, and benefits management.
The ideal candidate will have excellent writing and communication skills; the ability to effectively handle multiple priorities and deadlines; tolerate ambiguity; successfully maintain perspective and focus while working under pressure; and develop and sustain effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external constituents. Read More
Job: Assistant Correspondent Position at Jiji Press (DC)
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Via JETAA-DC. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: Assistant correspondent
Posted by: Jiji Press
Type: Full-time
Location: Washington, DC
Salary:
Start date: Beginning of August
Duties include:
– Covering early morning releases of major economic indicators
– Reporting on news events in the Washington, DC area
– Transcription (English)
– Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
– Bachelor’s degree required (journalism/ mass communications preferred)
– Punctuality: must be able to reliably attend economic release “lock up” periods in the DC area as early as 7:30am
– Japanese language ability: able to read and type Japanese required (JLPT level 2 or higher preferred)
– English language fluency required
– Strong knowledge in current events and international affairs, especially Asia, required
– Background in economics or interest in economic news preferred
– Basic computer proficiency required
Please send a resume and cover letter in PDF format to applications@ jijidc.com<mail to:applications@ jijidc.com> and include your full name in the subject field. Applications will be accepted until Monday, July 9. Candidates selected for interviews will be notified by mid-July.
Jiji Press is a leading Japanese wire service and has a reputation for its reliable, fair, and objective reporting. We deliver information to approximately 140 newspapers, broadcasters, and publishers throughout Japan and have 28 international branch offices. Jiji Press also provides English-language political, economic and financial news to foreign media and financial institutions.
