Jobs: International Education Programs (Chronicle of Higher Ed)
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Via the Chronicle of Higher Education’s international education programs job listings:
5/27/2009
- St. George’s University (New York) : Manager of Overseas Recruitment
5/25/2009
- Frostburg State University (Maryland) : Director of the Center for International Education
- Union College (N.Y.) (New York) : Director of International Programs
Via JETAA:
Full time Kindergarten Teaching Position opening in Sapporo.
This position offers a competitive salary, and great paid vacation time. In addition to a cooperative working environment, successful candidates will have the opportunity to teach their own class of kindergarten aged children in the schools unique English immersion program. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys teaching younger children, and is also creative, flexible, and has lots of energy. This is a fabulous opportunity for the right candidate.
Those interested in the position please contact Aimee at: allgroups1234[at]yahoo[dot]com
Position will be available from July or late June.
Job: Accounting and General Affairs for a Trading Company (NYC)
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Via Max Consulting:
Industry: Trading (Import/Export)
Title: Accounting and General Affairs
Job Description: Accounting and General Affairs Staff in a trading company.
Job: Sushi Historian (Cambridge, MA)
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Thanks to Therese Stephen (Iwate-ken, 1996-99), former Philly Subchapter Representative, for passing on this job posting from the National Association of Japan-America Societies (NAJAS) jobsite:
Company: River Bird Studios
Job Title: Sushi Historian
Job Description: Research and guide a historically accurate adventure story focusing on the early development of modern sushi, techniques, tools and ingredients to be told in a sequential monthly art strip. Candidates should be bilingual in English and Japanese.
How to Apply: Send an email to roho[at]aerealcity[dot]com with a brief description of your sushi related knowledge, and writing experience if any (not required).
Click here for job listing on NAJAS site.
Jobs: International Education Programs (Chronicle of Higher Ed)
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Via the Chronicle of Higher Education’s international education programs job listings:
5/24/2009
5/22/2009
- New York University (New York) : International Student Advisors, Department of Student Life
5/20/2009
- Institute of International Education – D.C. (D.C.) : Program Development Coordinator
- Institute of International Education – D.C. (D.C.) : Program Officer – Eastern Europe
5/19/2009
- Washington and Jefferson College (Pennsylvania) : Director of Study Abroad and Off-Campus Programs
5/18/2009
- University of California at San Diego (California) : IGCC Director of Special Projects, Middle East Programs (Payroll title: Academic Coordinator)
Job:Loyola University Study Abroad Advisor (New Orleans)
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Thanks to JET alum Carleen Ben for sharing the following job listing:
Job Description/ Responsibilities
1. Work with students
-Advise students on study abroad opportunities and the procedures involved to study abroad.
-Ensure compliance with best practices for study abroad.
-Develop and deliver study abroad information, orientation, including health and safety information, and re-entry sessions.
-Advise Returnee Network and inBUS, student organizations for returning study abroad students
-Maintain communication with study abroad students while abroad to notify of university deadlines, scholarship deadlines, and address issues regarding culture shock, health and safety, etc.
-Assist Director in work with returnees to evaluate programs, obtain feedback on programs and experiences for future students, ease transition and promote study abroad.
-Coordinate applications, interviews and selection of students for Loyola exchange programs.
-Help students with financial aid and scholarship applications, e.g. Freeman Asia, Gilman, Fulbright, NSEP, and IFSA Foundation and other study abroad scholarships.
-Serve as alternate emergency contact for summer programs.
-Monitor CDC and State Department Travel Warnings to ensure that students and faculty directors are aware of relevant information. Read More
Job: University of Vermont Scholarships Officer
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Another job opportunity passed along by JET alum, Carleen Ben:
The job is posted on the UVM website at the following address–online applications only!!
https://www.uvmjobs.com/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1242851889250
Student Services Professional
-Advise students and coordinate logistical aspects of the application process for nationally competitive fellowships (such as Fulbright, Udall, Truman, and Rhodes).
-Research, organize, and disseminate information and assist in workshops and symposia regarding fellowship programs. Read More
Job: Canadian Immigration Business Assistant/Manager/Interpreter (Tokyo)
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JetWit job poster Stephen Palanik (Fukushima Ken, 2004-08) learned of the following employment opportunity being offered by Skytop Trading Co., Ltd. through the Gaijinpot website and thought it might be of interest to former JETs in the Tokyo area. Stephen is a translator based in Hamamatsu city, Shizuoka Ken, and he periodically posts job listings and event information for JET alumni.
Judging from the posting, this company may be looking for a Japanese national, but they might be willing to hire a former JET with a sufficiently high Japanese ability.
Job Description:
1. Prepare documents for our Japanese clients to apply for Canadian permanent residency card.
2. Organize seminars for Japanese clients and Canadian partner consultants.
3. J-E and E-J translation of business documents.
4. Coordinate with branch offices in Thailand, the Philippines, and Canada in English (telephone, e-mail, and online chat).
5. Other translation projects.
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Job: Translator / Video Game Creator Assistant (Tokyo)
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JetWit job poster Stephen Palanik (Fukushima Ken, 2004-08) learned of the following Haken (dispatch) employment opportunity being offered by Tempstaff Co., Ltd. through the Gaijinpot website and thought it might be of interest to former JETs in the Tokyo area. Stephen is a translator based in Hamamatsu city, Shizuoka Ken, and he periodically posts job listings and event information for JET alumni.
Job Description:
* Japanese ⇒ English translation of in-game text, manuals and other documents related to video games
* English communication and negotiations with overseas clients
* Video game creator assistant duties (depending on skills and experience)
Contract Type: Haken (ASAP – Long Term)
Working Time: Mon – Fri, 10:00 – 19:00 (1hr lunch break)
Location: Ikebukuro, Tokyo
Salary: 2000 yen/hr
Via the Yomiuri Shinbun (thanks to a JET alum who works there):
(Update: The correct email address for responses has been changed to yomiuridcjob09[at]gmail[dot]com instead of yomiuridcdjob09[at]gmail[dot]com)
The Washington Bureau of The Yomiuri Shimbun, Japan’s largest daily newspaper, seeks a reporter/research assistant. The paper covers national politics, international relations and any major breaking news.
Duties include: Attending daily press briefings, arranging interviews, conducting research, gathering news and transcribing interviews.
The ability to communicate clearly, write well and work cooperatively with other staff is essential. Some reporting experience (on college newspaper or elsewhere) is helpful. Japanese language is not necessary.
Applicant should already reside in greater Washington region.
Send via email: cover letter and resume to Mr. Michiro Okamoto, Washington Bureau Chief, The Yomiuri Shimbun at yomiuridcjob09[at]gmail[dot]com (No phone calls, please)
Job: Tri-lingual president of Mexican subsidiary
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Interesting job listing direct from Helen Godfrey, a JET alum in Houston who works for Interesse:
A large international company is seeking a President who can manage and oversee their Mexican subsidiary. Accounting background and excellent management skills are a must.
The ideal candidate is also fluent in English, Spanish, and Japanese.
If you are interested, please email your resume as a Word document attachment to helen[at]iiicareer[dot]com. Please reference “job#37618” in the subject.
Job: Development and Outreach Dept. Coordinator – Human Rights Watch (NYC)
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JETAANY webmaster Lee-Sean Huang (Oita-ken 2003-06) shared this job opening at Human Rights Watch where he used to work. (Please do not send your resume to Lee-Sean.)
Full-Time Position Available: COORDINATOR
Development and Outreach Department (New York Office)
Deadline for applications: June 20, 2009
Human Rights Watch (“HRW”) is seeking a Coordinator of Development Operations to provide global operational and technical support to its Development & Outreach department.
Job: Administrative Asst – Congress Section, Embassy of Japan (DC)
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Via JETAA DC:
Administrative Assistant for the Congress Section, Embassy of Japan
Job Posting Date: May 18, 2009
General Description: The Embassy of Japan’s Congress Section is now seeking a qualified Administrative Assistant. This job provides an excellent opportunity to work for a foreign diplomatic mission while gaining insight into both congressional and international affairs from a unique professional perspective. Read More
Job: Producer – Nippon TV (DC)
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A nifty job listing direct from Nippon TV. Press briefings at the White House, national travel and more. See below:
Employer: Nippon TV
Title: ProducerCity: Washington
State: District of Columbia
Position Type: Full-Time Entry Level
Start Date: June 1st, 2009 Read More
I just found out there’s now a Facebook group for Unemployed JET Alumni: http://www.facebook.com/topic.php?topic=8123&uid=12199296553#/group.php?gid=12199296553
