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Position: Business Development Representative
Posted by: JETRO
Location: Hybrid; New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) for passing along the following job opening.

(Position)
Business Development Representative of Invest Promotion into Japan and Open Innovation between Japanese and U.S. Companies at Public Affairs Department, JETRO New York

(Job Summary)

• Promotion of foreign direct investment into Japan and Open Innovation between Japanese and U.S. companies through following activities.
  • Researching on U.S. companies mainly in the life sciences and Health-Tech industries, but on occasion sectors like advanced materials and advanced manufacturing, that are interested in setting up business in Japan or collaborating with Japanese companies.
  • Contacting targeted companies in the targeted industry by visiting exhibitions/conferences in person or virtually, conducting cold-calls, following-up with seminar attendees, and responding to inquiries.
  • Providing potential or existing client companies with necessary information. Inquiring to Tokyo HQ, industry advisors and specialists, when needed.

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Position: International Administrative Staff (multiple positions)
Posted by: National Corporation Tohoku University
Location: Sendai City, Miyagi, Japan
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Tohoku University for passing along the following job openings.

Tohoku University is hiring multiple bilingual international administrative staff members for positions across 10+ departments, faculties, graduate schools, and institutes. Make the most of your language and intercultural skills, gain professional development opportunities, and be part of Tohoku University’s bold internationalization efforts. For details on hiring positions, see the Tohoku University International Administrative Staff Recruitment Website: https://sites.google.com/tohoku.ac.jp/workwithus/home

Qualifications:

Ability to communicate with a high degree of fluency in business-level Japanese (JLPT N1 level or equivalent) and English for both conversation and writing.

Bachelor’s degree or higher

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Position: Retail Staff
Posted by: BLR WORLD
Location: Osaka, Japan
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Sam Hall (Nagasaki, 2012 -2016) for passing along the following job opening.

Description: 🚨 Job Opportunity: Retail Staff at Expo 2025 – Country Pavilion in Osaka! 🌍

About the Role: Join the team at the world’s biggest event, Expo 2025 in Osaka, as Retail Staff at the Country Pavilion! Be a part of creating exceptional experiences for visitors from around the globe.

What You’ll Do:

🛍️ Sales & Customer Service: Help visitors find what they need, recommend products, and ensure they have an outstanding shopping experience.

💳 Payment Handling: Manage transactions securely, process refunds/exchanges, and assist with promotions.

📦 Stock Management: Restock shelves, maintain store organization, and assist with inventory audits.

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Position: Hospitality Staff
Posted by: BLR WORLD
Location: Osaka, Japan
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Sam Hall (Nagasaki, 2012 – 2016) for passing along the following job opening.

Description: 🌟 Join the Hospitality Team at Expo 2025 in Osaka! 🌍 We’re hiring for Germany & Kuwait Pavilions! 🇩🇪🇰🇼

📅 Dates: April 4 – October 13, 2025

⏰ Hours: 9am – 9pm (9hrs/day, 6 days/week)

Positions Available:

🍴 Waiters/Waitresses

🧽 Cleaning/Laundry Staff

🍽️ Dishwashers

🍴 Kitchen Assistants

🛍️ Shop Assistants

What We Need:

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Position: Bilingual Pavilion Staff
Posted by: BLR WORLD
Location: Osaka, Japan
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Sam Hall (Nagasaki, 2012 – 2016) for passing along the following job opening.

Description: Join the EXPO 2025 team! Help create an unforgettable guest experience at one of the world’s biggest events!

📍 Location: Osaka, Japan

📅 Duration: February – October 2025

Your Role:

✨ Guide guests through the Pavilion journey

🎟️ Manage queues & ensure smooth guest flow

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Position: Technician
Posted by: BLR WORLD
Location: Osaka, Japan
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Sam Hall (Nagasaki city, 2012 – 2016) for passing along the following job opening.

Join BLR WORLD at World Expo 2025!

About BLR WORLD:

🏆 Award-winning talent consultancy for culture, entertainment, and events

🎭 Staffing unique visitor experiences worldwide

About the Role:

💡 Maintain and troubleshoot systems for the Country Pavilion at Expo 2025!

🎚️ Specialties: AV, lighting, electrical, and interactive systems

Key Responsibilities:

✅ Ensure Pavilion equipment operates smoothly

🔧 Perform maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting

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Position: Director of Finance & Administration
Posted by: U.S.-Japan Council
Location: Remote
Contract: Full Time

Thanks to U.S.-Japan Council for passing along the following job opening.

The Director of Finance and Administration will play a critical role in partnering with the Chief Operating Officer in financial decision making and administrative support. This is a tremendous opportunity for a finance and administrative director to maximize and strengthen the internal capacity of a well-respected, high-impact organization.

The Director of Finance and Administration is responsible for managing the nonprofit organization’s financial operations, overseeing day-to-day accounting functions, and supporting the COO in ensuring operational efficiency. This role ensures compliance with financial regulations, effective financial reporting, and sound budgeting practices while optimizing administrative functions.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://www.usjapancouncil.org/opportunity/director-of-finance-and-administration-remote-full-time/

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Position: Executive & Administrative Assistant
Posted by: U.S.-Japan Council
Location: Remote
Contract: Full Time

Thanks to U.S.-Japan Council for passing along the following job opening.

The Executive & Administrative Assistant (EAA) plays a dual role in supporting the operational excellence of the U.S.-Japan Council. Reporting directly to the President & CEO for executive support and to the Director of Finance & Administration for broader organizational support, the EAA ensures the smooth functioning of both leadership and organizational operations.

This position requires a proactive, detail-oriented, and highly organized individual who thrives in a mission-driven, results-oriented, and collaborative environment. The EAA is a critical partner to the President & CEO, managing schedules, communications, and other administrative tasks to facilitate effective leadership. The role also encompasses general administrative responsibilities to support the organization’s broader operations.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://www.usjapancouncil.org/opportunity/executive-and-administrative-assistant-remote-full-time/

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Position: Communications Manager
Posted by: U.S. Japan Council
Location: Remote
Contract: Part-Time

Thanks to U.S.-Japan Council for passing along the following job opening.

USJC seeks a creative and detail-oriented Part-Time Communications Manager to support our communications efforts. The Manager will be responsible for assembling and distributing the organization’s monthly newsletter using Mailchimp, creating and posting social media content across platforms and making occasional website updates using WordPress. This role is ideal for a self-starter with excellent communication skills, an eye for design, and experience in digital communications.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here –  https://www.usjapancouncil.org/opportunity/communications-manager-remote-part-time/

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Position: Development Coordinator
Posted by: U.S.-Japan Council
Location: Remote
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to U.S.-Japan Council for passing along the following job opening.

The Development Coordinator position will have primary responsibility for administrative and operational support to U.S.-Japan Council development activities. The Development Coordinator will interface with donors and related stakeholders. This position is fully remote and allows for flexibility in work location, provided you have access to a reliable internet connection and can meet the requirements of the role.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here –  https://www.usjapancouncil.org/opportunity/development-coordinator-remote-full-time/

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Position: Office Clerk
Posted by: Quick USA
Location: Houston, TX, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Carlos Medina (Oita, 2019-2022) for passing along the following job opening.

A Japanese Company Food Company located in the Houston, TX area is currently looking for a full time, fully onsite Office Clerk to take care perform clerical duties, assist with record filings/reports and support other departments as needed among other duties.

This position requires business or native level and 1-3 years of previous office-related experience. The mastery of basic level Japanese and/or Chinese (read, write, listen) would be preferred.

Working hours would be from 9-6 from Monday through Friday.

DOE and experience, the pay range for this position would be around the 35k-41k

Your essential duties would be as followed:

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Position: Japanese-to-English Translator
Posted by: Edge International, Inc.
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Iain Drummond (Chiba, 2000-2002) for passing along the following job opening.

Description
Translating documents from Japanese to English in the field of investor relations (IR) and corporate communications, particularly integrated reports and sustainability reports, as well as financial results briefing documents, corporate brochures, and website content.

Overview of Company
Edge International, Inc., is a Hakuhodo Group company specializing in corporate communications. Edge International has grown steadily since its founding, with an industry-leading record in IR. Now entering our 36th year, our clients include blue-chip Japanese companies from a diverse range of industries.
https://www.edge-intl.co.jp/

Requirements
Persons from native-English-speaking countries with professional experience as a translator. Candidates without experience who are seriously considering embarking on a career as a translator are also welcome to apply
Japanese-Language Proficiency Test N1 or equivalent
Must currently reside in Japan

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Position: Summer Japanese-Speaking Resident Director
Posted by: American Councils for International Education
Location: Okayama, Japan
Contract: Full-Time

Looking for summer work? American Councils for International Education is hiring a short-term Resident Director or summer language immersion programs abroad for American college students studying Japanese.

Resident Directors must be proficient in the target language and typically have experience studying, working, or traveling in the host country. They are responsible for promoting student success by ensuring the health and safety of program participants, helping them to maintain a language policy, and assisting them in acclimating to life in the host country. In-country partner institutes are responsible for administering the academic curriculum. Therefore, the Resident Director position is a non-teaching position.

For more information adn to apply, please click here: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=136498&clientkey=58AA089E0E2C786B7FE4217373F3BCBD

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Position: Assistant Director
Posted by: Japan America Society of Alabama
Location: Central/North, AL, USA; Hybrid
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Mike Swinson, Executive Director at The Japan America Society of Alabama for passing along the following job opening.

The Japan America Society of Alabama (JASA) is seeking to fill the position of Assistant Director. The position may be full-time (30+ hours/week), part-time (10-20 hours week), or on a project basis depending on the applicant’s ability to meet the requirements of the JASA Assistant Director Job Description (included below).

Compensation will be determined by the needs of JASA and the applicant’s ability to meet the requirements of the job description but is expected to be in the $20.00-$25.00/hour range. Work will be conducted remotely from home and/or virtually, but there are significant in-person requirements. Applicants must reside in Alabama and be able to represent the JASA membership, most of whom are located in central and north Alabama. There are no benefits associated with this position. Start date is flexible but is expected to be around April 1, 2025.

Applications should include a resume’ and written explanation (no more than one page) of why the applicant is interested in and qualified for this position. Providing at least one letter of recommendation is encouraged. Applications should be sent to HR@JASAweb.org by February 15, 2025, 5:00pm.

JASA Assistant Director Job Description

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Position: Assistant Director of International Admissions
Posted by: Bellevue College
Location: Bellevue, WA, USA; Hybrid
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Marlowe (Ishikawa, 2009-2011) for passing along the following job opening.

The Assistant Director of International Admissions (ADIA) reports to the Director of International Education (IE) and currently supervises three full-time International Admissions Specialists. The ADIA is responsible for increasing efficiency without compromising accuracy to admit qualified international applicants with a high level of customer service. Working closely with the Pre-Arrival and International Advising teams, the ADIA plays a key role in converting new admits to enrolled status by navigating new students to placement testing, initial advisement, class enrollment, payment, and orientation to ensure yield every quarter.

The ADIA’s four primary areas of responsibilities are: 1) managing all aspects of international admission operations, 2) ensuring compliance with the F-1 and J-1 visa regulations relatives to admissions, 3) tracking international student data, and 4) co-leading the anticipated departmental database migration project with a third-party vendor and BC ITS team and handling ongoing technical issues with the database.

The ADIA serves as a Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) and carries a caseload to work directly with applicants and agents. The ADIA works on-campus at least four days and one day remotely until further notice.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://hcprd.ctclink.us/psc/tam/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=80&JobOpeningId=14572&PostingSeq=1