Job: Admin/Marketing Support for International Tour Operator (Seattle)
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During the past 24 years MIR has built a reputation as a leader in pioneering travel to destinations considered obscure, exotic, remote, difficult and even controversial. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional travel experiences in challenging-to-operate destinations such as Russia, Uzbekistan, Georgia, Mongolia and East Europe. We are currently seeking a self-motivated, extremely organized, enthusiastic and detail-oriented individual to join us in an admin/marketing support capacity.
Position Overview
We are looking for someone with solid office skills who thrives in a busy atmosphere and can stay organized despite frequent interruptions. You will provide support to a dynamic, international/multi-lingual staff of travel planners and the Director of Marketing by performing a variety of administrative functions, including (but not limited to): fulfillment of daily catalog requests, coordination of office supplies/machines, managing promotional material inventory, maintaining key databases, assisting with various marketing/research projects as well as liaise with outside vendors for tech support and periodically with consulates/embassies. Read More
Job: Research Assistant (London)
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Via the JETAA and non-JETAA JET alumni LinkedIn group:
A Japanese company in London is looking for someone to join their team to look after Economic and Political Research. This is an ongoing temp position for one year.
Main responsibilities:
- Provide research services, including analytical reports on topical issues and statistical data spreadsheets on the UK economy.
- Check daily newspapers and keep abreast of all other information sources.
- Conduct interviews with academics and business people in order to assess UK and global economic conditions.
- Take initiative to develop and build upon existing contacts with government, academia and business to assist the company in the future.
Essential Skills:
- Sound knowledge of current affairs.
- The ability to produce comprehensive analytical reports on economic, business and political issues at short notice.
- The confidence and enthusiasm to be able to speak intelligently about the current economic situation in the UK.
- Good interview technique and report writing skills.
- A good command of written and spoken English.
- Ability to use Excel spreadsheets to compile statistical data.
- Degree in Economics or similar equivalent.
Desirable Skills:
- Knowledge/experience of Japanese business practices.
- Preference will be given to candidates who have good computer skills, are able to work confidently without supervision and who also enjoy being a member of a team.
For more details, please email your CV to anouska@perfect.eu.com
For this role, unfortunately, we can only accept applications from candidates who already have the right to work in the UK.
Jobs: Btrax looking for Market Strategist and Info Architecture Consultant (SF)
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Via the JETAANCjobs yahoo listserv:
Btrax, a cross-cultural branding and web consulting agency based in San Francisco, has two openings. Both jobs require business level bi-lingual (J+E) skills – applied job experience is a must (JPLT 1 is not needed, but similar level reading/writing is). Initial period of 6-month project with potential extension to Summer 2011. Flexible work environment: either 4 day/week consulting or full-time employment, telecommuting and possible client site trips. Knowledge in the travel or hospitality industry is a highly valued bonus.
*1) Japan Market Strategist*
Requires direct experience with US to Japan market projects, especially user experience and brand localization.
*2) Information Architecture Consultant*
Requires direct experience designing or leading IA and/or multilingual systems, specifically creating specs for J+E bi-lingual websites
If interested and you meet the above requirements, please email your resume to tim@btrax.com – no need for a fancy cover letter (the shorter the better), just let us know where you heard about these positions.
Job: Assistant Accounting Manager, Undisclosed Company (Orlando, Florida)
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Job posting by Lauren Sethney (Niigata-shi CIR, 2000-2003). Lauren serves as the Program Director at the Japan-America Society in Dallas-Fort Worth.
Via JETAA Florida
Our client is a large international Japanese company seeking an Assistant Accounting Manager with a strong manufacturing/operations background to join our client’s corporate accounting and finance team. The candidate we are seeking will possess demonstrated cost accounting experience and knowledge. The Assistant Accounting Manager supports units within our client’s North American sales and operations team. This position is based in metropolitan Orlando.
The ideal candidate will have Japanese language skills and cultural knowledge along with the required accounting experience gained in a multi-cultural environment with excellent verbal and written communication skills honed in a team setting. A robust work ethic is required coupled with the organizational and time management skills necessary to manage multiple projects and activities within a deadline driven atmosphere. Candidate must also have strong analytical, math, problem solving and decision-making skills.
Responsibilities
-Analyze production statistics and cost variances, prepare of supporting analysis reports, monthly review, cost improvement.
-Preparation of annual budgets, variance analysis, and financial forecasting.
-Review transactions, entries, and other activities and instruct accounting team on the proper treatment.
-Prepare U.S. GAAP financial statements.
-Assist with month-end close.
-Manage staff of one (1) and internal client relationships of three (3) to five (5)
Job: Assistant Controller, Undisclosed Company (Savannah, Georgia)
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Job posting by Lauren Sethney (Niigata-shi CIR, 2000-2003). Lauren serves as the Program Director at the Japan-America Society in Dallas-Fort Worth.
Via JETAA Florida
Our client is a large international Japanese company seeking an Assistant Controller with a strong manufacturing/operations background to join our client’s plant accounting and finance leadership team. The candidate we are seeking will possess demonstrated cost accounting experience and knowledge. This position reports to the Plant Controller and is based in Savannah, Georgia.
The ideal candidate will have Japanese language skills and cultural knowledge along with the required accounting experience gained in a multi-cultural environment with excellent verbal and written communication skills honed in a team setting. A robust work ethic is required coupled with the organizational and time management skills necessary to manage multiple projects and activities within a deadline driven atmosphere. Candidate must also have strong analytical, math, problem solving and decision-making skills.
Responsibilities
-Analyze production statistics, cost variances, preparation of supporting analysis reports, monthly review, cost improvement, preparation of annual plant budget, and financial forecasting. Read More
Job: Accounting-Manager of Consolidations, Undisclosed Company (Orlando, Florida)
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Job posting by Lauren Sethney (Niigata-shi CIR, 2000-2003). Lauren serves as the Program Director at the Japan-America Society in Dallas-Fort Worth.
Via JETAA Florida
We seek a Manager of Consolidations with strong manufacturing/operations knowledge to join our client’s corporate accounting and finance team. The candidate we are seeking will possess demonstrated consolidations experience and knowledge including the management of a consolidations group. This position reports to the Corporate Controller and is based in metropolitan Orlando.
The ideal candidate will have Japanese language skills and cultural knowledge along with the required accounting experience gained in a multi-cultural environment with excellent verbal and written communication skills honed in a team setting. A robust work ethic is required coupled with the organizational and time management skills necessary to manage multiple projects and activities within a deadline driven atmosphere. Candidate must also have strong analytical, math, problem solving and decision-making skills.
Responsibilities
-Assist with monthly financial close process.
-Prepare U.S. GAAP financial statements.
-Consolidate monthly results for two (2) locations and three (3) entities and produce financial statements.
-Prepare the monthly financial reporting/management package. Read More
Japanese Online Community Leader
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This job post came through a friend of mine from grad school. They are looking for an anime lover with social media skills and fluent in English and Japanese.
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Veoh.com is one of the largest video portals in the world and a hub for anime fans and content. Now, we have fantastically unique social technology – http://www.qlipso.com
If you love anime, manga, virtual worlds and online video, we may have the best summer job of your life! We are looking for a young, online-savvy teen or early twenties online community organizer to help us excite our Japanese community of over 4 million people! This requires a voracious passion for all kinds of anime and manga, and a willingness to leverage our anime content to make our community even more involved. The ability to communicate your obsession with characters, themes, plots, relationships, and culture within anime/manga are a must. Read More
Job: ESL Teacher, ELS Language Centers (Columbus, Ohio)
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Job posting by Lauren Sethney (Niigata-shi CIR, 2000-2003). Lauren serves as the Program Director at the Japan-America Society in Dallas-Fort Worth.
Via Daniel J. Stone (Saitama-ken, 2004-07)
ELS Language Centers, Columbus will be opening August 23, 2010 and is looking for ESL Teachers in the Greater Columbus, OH area.
Job Summary: Reporting directly to the Academic Director, the Associate Instructor is responsible for planning, teaching and evaluating assigned classes in accordance with the ELS curriculum, with assistance from the AD, Instructional Specialists, Senior Instructors and Instructors; for maintaining student class records; for fulfilling administrative duties as required and/or requested by the AD; and for participating in professional development activities such as workshops and meetings.
Education and Experience: M.A. in ESL or Applied Linguistics preferred. B.A./B.S. required. A minimum of six months of ESL teaching experience relevant to the ELS curriculum and methodologies.
Personal Characteristics: Cultural sensitivity; personal satisfaction derived from and enthusiasm for teaching international students; empathy for the problems of learning English as a second language; good communication and organizational skills.
Notes: This is a part-time position that requires a 120 day probationary period. Hourly wages depend on education and experience.
Contact: Daniel J. Stone. Center Director
ELS Columbus
c/o Ohio Dominican University
Fitzpatrick Hall
1216 Sunbury Road
Columbus, OH 43219
Ph: 614-251-7360
Fax: 614-251-7375
dstone@els.edu
www.els.edu/columbus
JOB: Purchasing Manager, Global Manufacturing Company (New Jersey)
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Job posting by Lauren Sethney (Niigata-shi CIR, 2000-2003). Lauren serves as the Program Director at the Japan-America Society in Dallas-Fort Worth.
A central NJ global manufacturing company is searching for a candidate to fill a newly created position in their new manufacturing facility in central NJ.
MUST be able to Read, Write and Speak Fluent Japanese
Description
–Must have experience in the manufacturing industry purchasing raw materials
-Must be able to negotiate best price with various vendors
-Must be able to locate new vendors if necessary
-Must be able to work with other departments such as production and sales
-Must be able to ensure materials are available for current and new production orders
-Should be able to evaluate various MRP systems and make appropriate suggestions
Requirements:
–Must speak fluent Japanese
-5-7 Years of experience as a Purchasing Manager
– Must have experience within the manufacturing industry
Compensation: $55,000–$65,000
For more information about the position and to apply, contact Jerry Mosseri of Stand Out Staffing and Resumes.
Email: jmosseri@standoutstaffing.com
Phone: 732-377-8873
Job: Keio Academy – Dormitory Supervisor (NY)
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Via the JETAAJOB Yahoo listserv:
POSITION: F/T DORMITORY SUPERVISOR (BOYS DORMITORY)
QUALIFICATIONS: Must have bachelor’s degree. Must reside on campus. Several years of experience in resident adviser duties in residence halls at educational institutions preferred. Education Science, counseling or psychology background is a plus.
Starting Date: August 20, 2010
COMPENSATION: Salary commensurate with education and experience. Health Insurance, 403B Pension Plan benefits for Full-time position.
DEADLINE: Applications will be considered in order of arrival, until the position is filled.
TO APPLY: Send designated application form (http://www.keio.edu/english/employment), letter of interest and resume to:
Keio Academy of New York
attn: Human Resources
3 College Rd.
Purchase, NY 10577
or e-mail to: somu@keio.edu
FAX: (914) 694-4830
Job: Program Specialist, U.S. Department of Education (Washington D.C.)
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Job posting by Lauren Sethney (Niigata-shi CIR, 2000-2003). Lauren serves as the Program Director at the Japan-America Society in Dallas-Fort Worth.
via JETAANY
The Program Specialist position is located in the Department of Education, Office of the Under Secretary, White House Initiative for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (WHIAAPI). The Initiative works collaboratively with the White House Office of Public Engagement and the designated Federal agencies to increase Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) participation in programs in education, commerce, business, health, human services, housing, environment, arts, agriculture, labor and employment, transportation, justice, veterans affairs and economic and community development.
This position requires the performance of a variety of program-related assignments. The incumbent reviews, plans, analyzes and develops program requirements, establishes and revises operating procedures, reviews operations, and provides technical assistance. For a complete job description and qualifications, visit http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=89210189&JobTitle=Program+Specialist%2c+GS-301-12%2f13%2f14&where=20230&brd=3876&vw=b&FedEmp=N&FedPub=Y&x=105&y=8&jbf574=ED.
via the JETAA Western Japan Linkedin group:
The Kurashiki Municipal Board of Education in Kurashiki, Okayama is currently accepting applications for one native English teacher to work in junior high school. Applicants must be native English speakers, have lived in Japan for a minimum of 6 months, and possess a university degree. The Board of Education hires instructors directly, and all training is performed in-house.
The contracted employment date begins September 1, 2010 through March, 2011, with the possibility for renewal.
The application deadline in July 23, 2010. Selected applicants must be able to interview in person. Due to the urgent nature of this opening, only applicants currently possessing an Instructor’s visa, Spouse of a Japanese National visa, or Permanent Resident status will be considered.
For more information on the program and to download an application form, please refer to the homepage at: http://www.city.kurashiki.okayama.jp/net/
Questions may be directed to: Ms. Yumi Egi or Ms. Andrea Miyata
net@city.kurashiki.okayama.jp
(086)426-3830
Job: Public Outreach Officer, Polaris Project Japan (Tokyo)
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Job posting by Lauren Sethney (Niigata-shi CIR, 2000-2003). Lauren serves as the Program Director at the Japan-America Society in Dallas-Fort Worth.
via Marc Hitzig (Niigata-ken, 1992-1995)
Polaris Project is an internationally recognized organization headquartered in the United States that has been working to combat human trafficking and modern-day slavery since 2002. Polaris Project has operated a local office in Japan since 2004. Polaris Project Japan (PPJ) seeks a Program Officer, who will be responsible for a variety of roles in a small office. The Program Officer will work under the direction of the Japan Program Coordinator. The position will be based in the Tokyo, Japan office. The position’s continuance is subject to extended funding, secured currently for one-year.
The Program Officer will:
–Support all general programmatic activities including: victim outreach and identification, victim services, policy advocacy, prevention and youth empowerment, coalition and infrastructure- building, office administration, training and technical assistance, fundraising, strategic planning, leadership development, and grassroots community mobilization.
–Support the general administration of the PPJ Office, including a primary role in the training and coordination of volunteers and training materials development, office management, maintenance of timesheets, Salesforce data management, and response to general office inquiries.
–Play a leading role in public communications, including fashioning a public affairs strategy, managing communications materials, social networking efforts, awareness newsletters, and the PPJ website; and importantly helping to produce a quarterly analysis of trafficking trends in Japan.
–Play a leading role in fundraising, including donor development and relationship management; fundraising events and campaign management; pursuit, and management of grants.
–Play a leading role in legislative advocacy and PPJ’s role in the anti-human trafficking coalition, including interaction with the legislative and executive branch of the Japanese government and the dissemination of trafficking trends analysis to all relevant stakeholders.
Qualifications:
–At least three to five years of experience, preferably in the non-profit sector
–Minimum three years of professional experience working in Japan
–Knowledge of government agencies in Japan
–Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills in Japanese
–Strong command of both Japanese and English languages
–Experience, competence, and confidence in supervising volunteers
–Experience working in multicultural environments
–Ability to set and balance multiple priorities, plan ahead, and anticipate programmatic needs
–Solutions-oriented, collaborative, self-directed, and self-disciplined
–Resiliently positive and energetic attitude
–Focus on and commitment to human and women’s rights and interest in fighting human trafficking
Degree Preferred: MA; BA required
Type: Full Time
Salary: $30,000 to $35,000 (DOE)
Start Date: Available immediately
Languages Required: English, Japanese
How to Apply:
PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR MAIL YOUR APPLICATION. All application materials should be sent electronically as attachments to Applications@ polarisproject. org. Materials should include a custom cover letter, resume, and three references, plus any additional personal statements you may wish to include. The deadline for application is rolling, until a candidate is chosen, so early application is advised. Please write JAPAN Program Officer Position in the subject line of the email.
Job: Business Development Associate, Unspecified Non-Profit Organization (New York)
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Job posting by Lauren Sethney (Niigata-shi CIR, 2000-2003). Lauren serves as the Program Director at the Japan-America Society in Dallas-Fort Worth.
via MAX Consulting Group, Inc.
Location: Mid-town, Manhattan NY
Area Industry: Non-Profit Organization
Title: Business Development Associate
Job Description: 1 year long Temporary Assignment
Primary Duties: Discover companies willing to invest in Japan, especially in Service and Environment industry. Attend trade shows and visit potential companies. Follow up and assist those companies willing to develop business in Japan.
Secondary Duties: To assist alliance between Japan and the US in high-tech industry, bring American corporate employees to Japan and vice versa and coordinate business meetings. Assist promoting export business from Japan. Sales experience is preferable but not a must. Proficiency in Japanese is preferable, but not a must. Some business trips.
Please email your resume to info@maxjob.com or call 212-949-6660.
Job: Assistant Director, East Asia & Pacific Unit of the Institute of International Education (D.C.)
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Job posting by Lauren Sethney (Niigata-shi CIR, 2000-2003). Lauren serves as the Program Director at the Japan-America Society in Dallas-Fort Worth.
Via Idealist.org
The Institute of International Education seeks an Assistant Director for the East Asia & Pacific Unit.
The Assistant Director (AD) provides leadership and supervision for a team of regional program staff who administer core Fulbright U.S. and Visiting Scholar and related programs for designated world areas. AD roles include carrying out a program portfolio with daily operational responsibilities, managing regional program staff and workflows including co-supervising positions when needed, maintaining a positive team approach, coaching and monitoring performance and collaborating with other managers to assure high quality administration of programs.
Major Responsibilities:
•Manage and oversee core U.S. and Visiting Scholar programs for East Asia and the Pacific, including U.S. awards catalog preparation and application goal setting, recruitment, peer review, candidate processing, affiliation, grant management, program budget analysis and reporting, in a manner that promotes teamwork, collaboration and flexibility within and across staff units
•Administer a program caseload in coordination with regional program staff and according to current policies, procedures and technology tools; maintain compliance with applicable regulations
•Communicate effectively with Director of Scholar Programs on program and staff status and issues; collaborate to coordinate and share experience between programs
•Exercise leadership and supervision of staff, make day-to-day decisions on operations and coordinate responsibilities within world areas, conduct performance evaluations, support professional development of staff, conduct hiring process for approved positions, resolve management and personnel issues
Qualifications:
•Masters’ degree;
•Seven years or more of substantial program management experience;
•Demonstrated effectiveness in supervising and training staff;
•Knowledge and understanding of higher education systems in the U.S. and abroad;
•Ability to work effectively with management teams and to build effective teams;
•Excellent interpersonal, decision-making, implementation and follow through skills; ability to adapt to changing organizational needs and a fast-paced work environment;
•Background in international higher education exchange; living experience and studies relevant to East Asia and the Pacific, particularly China, preferred.
How to Apply:
Please email resume, cover letter and salary history to cies-hr@iie.org
Include the position name and unit in the subject of your email. No phone calls, please.
For a complete job description, please visit http://www.idealist.org/if/i/en/av/Job/388072-152.
