Jobs: Several from international companies
A nice woman named Deborah Yo has shared the following job listings, all with international companies, after seeing an introductory message about JetWit that we posted on the LinkedIn group バイリンガルのためのJob Market News! According to her LinkedIn profile, Deborah is a graduate of Thunderbird School of Global Management and also studied at Kyoto Daikgaku in Japan. (FYI, yes, we noticed that the job listings all mention a preferred age. While that may not be kosher in the U.S., please bear in mind that JetWit is just the messenger and is sharing the info as received.)
“I came across some interesting positions in the Tokyo area and would like to share. Below are a few selected sample of positions. Please e-mail to deborah@global.t-bird.edu if you are interested and bilingual English/Japanese in the business level.”
Company: Global consumer goods Company
Position: Product/Brand Manager
Location: Tokyo
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Age: Up to late 30’s preferred
Requirement: Solid Marketing background in either Retail or consumer Goods
Company: Global Consumer Goods Company
Position: Legal Counsel
Location: Tokyo
Salary: 12-15 million yen Age: Flexible 25-45
Description: Assist Senior Counsel in overseeing the legal aspects of the activities including contracts and other commercial matters, supervision of litigation and compliance matters, compliance with laws applicable to the company’s operations, corporate governance, and monitoring of relevant legislative and regulatory developments. Read More
Job: Japanese Teacher at Einstein High School (Maryland)
Montgomery County Public Schools are seeking a part-time Japanese language Teacher to work at Einstein High School. Einstein is located in the Wheaton/Kensington area of Maryland. They are looking for someone to work a 0.6 (24 hours/week). Medical/retirement benefits are included. The applicant must be authorized to work in the United States.
If you are interested, please forward a resume or contact Rochelle Kraus at RochelleKraus[at] mcpsmd[dot]org.
For further information, please refer to the MCPS Office of Human Resources website where you can find details on the requirements to apply to MCPS, as well as an online application.
Job: Japanese models for stroller ad (NYC)
Forwarded to me via an email group called Quentins Friends:
Hello Q-Fs!
I am casting for a commercial print advertisement.
I am looking for the following Japanese characters:
-Female Japanese “Mother”, 25-35 years
-Male Japanese “Father” 30-40 year
-Japanese babies, 6-12 months-(MALE & FEMALE)
All models will be paid industry standard rates, see below:
-Rate for adult talent: $1,000
-Rate for babies: $125 per hour, $750 usage bonus if used in final ad. Read More
Job: News Assistant/Receptionist at the Asahi Shimbun (NYC)
Via JET alum Beth Hillman (Hyogo-Ken, 2002-04) who is finishing up her job at the Asahi Shimbun:
News Assistant / Receptionist
Asahi Shimbun, New York bureau
The Asahi Shimbun, a major Japanese newspaper, has an opening for a news assistant / receptionist in its New York bureau located in Times Square.
Job Description: The assistant will be required to perform two separate duties: news assistant and receptionist.
JetWit job poster Stephen Palanik (Fukushima Ken, 2004-08) learned of the following employment opportunities being offered by Japan Echo Inc., 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.
Update 07/10/09: The in-house position has been filled, but Japan Echo says they have an open invitation on their website for prospective freelance translators (J to E); feel free to send in your info at any time.
The bimonthly journal Japan Echo features translations of essays, interviews, and discussions by noted commentators on topics of interest in Japan today. They are seeking an in-house translator/editor and freelance translators.
See the original posting on their site for more information and to download the trial translations.
In-house translator/editor
Japan Echo Inc. is looking for a full-time, in-house Japanese-to-English translator/English editor. Candidates should have a native command of English, strong writing skills, and reading proficiency in Japanese (JLPT level 1 or higher). This is a one-year contract position to begin in July 2009, with the possibility of an extension. Salary will be from ¥400,000/month, dependent on experience.
Please complete the trial translation (PDF) and send it with your resume and any other materials to the postal address below. E-mail submissions will not be accepted for this position.
Jobs: International Education Programs (Chronicle of Higher Ed)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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
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)
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.
Read More
Job: Translator / Video Game Creator Assistant (Tokyo)
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)