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Position: Youth and Outreach Program Coordinator
Posted by: RESOBOX
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Part-Time

Thanks to RESOBOX for passing along the following job opening.

RESOBOX, a company that supports the global expansion of Japanese products (including food and crafts) and manages cultural classes, is seeking a Sales & Research Assistant. The role involves supporting sales activities, conducting research related to Japanese products, and assisting in the operations of our East Village location.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct sales activities for Japanese products
• Perform market research related to Japanese products
• Assist in the Japanese cultural events and classes of the East Village store

Application Process: Send your resume to Takashi Ikezawa <takashi@resobox.com>

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Position: Youth and Outreach Program Coordinator
Posted by: Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
Location: Delray Beach, FL, USA
Contract: Full Time

Thanks to Wendy Lo (Toyama, 2002-2005) for passing along the following job opening.

The Youth and Outreach Program Coordinator will be responsible for the creation and implementation of educational programming for children (K-12) activities and off-site outreach programs (children and adults). This includes children’s activities at our annual festivals, special events, teacher development workshops, Family Fun Days, and our MORY and Summer Tour Plus programs. The position requires a creative, dynamic and hands-on individual. The person must be able to work weekends and evening events.

Position Reports to:
Curator of Education

Specific Responsibilities and Duties:

• Create and implement museum educational programs for children and families.
• Coordinate and implement all necessary aspects of programs to ensure success and efficiency (pre-, day-of, and post-program) of set-up and breakdown.
• Develop, implement, and manage outreach programs for both students and adults.
• Develop, create, and coordinate children’s (K-12) activities at our annual festivals and special event days, including the supervision of volunteers and managing setup and cleanup.
• Develop, implement, and oversee the Summer Tour Plus (STP) program activities.

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Position: Japanese-English Bilingual Project Coordinator
Posted by: Japanese Manufacturing Company
Location: Surprise, AZ, USA
Contract: Full Time

Thanks to A Japanese Manufacturing Company in Surprise, AZ for passing along the following job opening.

Job Description: As a Coordinator, the right candidate would promote the corporate image by representing the President internally and externally; serve as liaison between the President, key executives, employees and outside vendors, while providing overall administrative support critical for the effective and efficient functioning of the President’s office.

Appealing Points:

• This is a great opportunity to start your career back in the US in a very promising position as a translator/interpreter and keep your language skills sharp while developing other administrative and business-related skills.
• After the candidate is hired and has become accustomed to work, the company is looking to send the candidate to HQ in Japan for training and come back in order to further promote the brand in the future.
• The company provides good benefits as well.

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Position: Boarding Assistant
Posted by: Japanese Educational Organization
Location: Westchester, NY, USA
Contract: Full Time

Thanks to Japanese Educational Organization in Westchester, NY for passing along the following job opening.

Job Description: As a boarding assistant, you would be responsible for providing a safe environment for students to live within the hall, assist in taking care of different kinds of forms and paperwork submitted by the student’s parents as well as answering questions from concerned parents.

Other duties for this position include assisting and supporting staff with extracurricular activities, organizing fun events and even teaching 1-2 ILS per week in the Academic Extension Program.

Appealing points:

• This position comes with amazing perks such as a great amount of vacation time. For example, while students are on summer or winter vacation, you are not required to be around school grounds.
• Another great point this position offers is that they would provide you with both housing, utilities and meals, so there is no need to rent an apartment or even worry about cooking while school is in session.
• This is a great work environment where you would be around students, so if you have any interest in being a role model for a younger generation of students while providing them with support during their stay in the board house, this could be a great fit for you!
• Having previous teaching experience is a big plus!! Also, Japanese is not needed, however speaking it would be a plus as well!!
• JET Alumni would be a great fit for this job, so we encourage them to apply for this position.

Application Process: If interested, please send an email with a copy of your resume to carlos@919usa.com.

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Position: Program Specialist
Posted by: Study Abroad Foundation at IES Global
Location: Chicago, IL, USA
Contract: Full Time

Thanks to the Study Abroad Foundation at IES Global for passing along the following job opening.

Summary of Position: The Program Specialist is responsible for:

• Maintaining relationships with host institutions within an assigned portfolio, and for managing detailed program information for global use across the organization. 
• Coordinating student admissions processes with the Global Enrollment Management team and SAF Country Offices.
• Creating, compiling and delivering relevant pre-departure orientation content for programs taking place at host institutions.
• Providing support and services to participating students while they are participating in the program.
• Supporting the program team on special projects.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, plesae click here – https://iesabroad.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/IES_Abroad_Careers/job/Program-Specialist_R-000016

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Position: Tour and Docent Coordinator
Posted by: Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
Location: Delray Beach, FL, USA
Contract: Full Time

Thanks to Wendy Lo (Toyama, 2002-2005) for passing along the following job opening.

The Tour and Docent Coordinator reports to the Curator of Education will manage the coordination and scheduling of tours for adults and children.

They are also responsible for the scheduling, coordination, implementation of docents schedule and program. The position will assist with the Curator of Education in docent training. The position will also work with registrations of cultural demonstrations. Must be available to work and assist evenings and weekend museum events as needed.

Application Process: Send resume to Wendy at <wlo@pbc.gov>.

This is a position at Morikami Inc., a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. We have an excellent work environment, which in addition to salary, offers benefits including paid sick time, vacation, and personal time and 401k. Morikami Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

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Position: ESL Teacher
Posted by: Japanese Children’s Society
Location: Englewood Cliffs, NJ, USA
Contract: Full Time

Description:

• Position: ESL Teacher
• Schedule: Friday mornings, 8:20 AM – 12:20 PM
• Class Structure: Four 40-minute classes
• Student Demographic: Children who speak Japanese
• Compensation: $30 per class
• Requirements: No teaching license required, but previous teaching experience is preferred

Applicatino Process: To apply, please send an email to fujita.mayuko@nyikuei.org

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Position: Account Manager
Posted by: Pasona North America
Location: Dublin, OH, USA
Contract: Full Time

Thanks to Lauren Tanaka (Osaka, 2017-2020) for passing along the following job opening.

Sales Representative is responsible for generating existing and new customer sales, and for increasing account penetration and market share. Client interactions may include program presentation, client follow-up, and end user sales support.

Primary Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision of the Branch Manager and/or Assistant Sales Manager, facilitate as an extension of the outside sales force to proactively grow our client base.
• Sells a variety of merchandise such as fasteners, screws, nuts, bolts, screw machines and related items to the company’s business services.
• Create and deliver qualified opportunities to the Sales Representatives by compiling lists of prospective customers, for the use of sales leads, based on information from newspapers, business directories, internet, networking, and other sources.
• Displays or demonstrates products using samples and/or catalogs to emphasize sellable features.

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Position: Adjunct Lecturer for Religion and Society Course
Posted by: CIEE Kyoto
Location: Kyoto, Japan
Contract: Full Time

Thanks to Michele Fujii (Shiga, 2010-2013) for passing along the following job opening.

CIEE Kyoto is recruiting for the following positions:

Adjunct Lecturer for “Religion and Society” Course

• (September 9 – December 19, 2024)
• 45 Contact Hours
• Remuneration 400,000 JPY
• Teaching location: Shijo Karasuma (3-minutes from station)
• 5-10 students
• Monday and Wednesdays, 11:30am -1:00pm OR Mondays and Wednesdays 3:30 – 5:00pm

Students will be university undergraduate students from the United States. Courses will be taught in English in downtown Kyoto.

For more information about the program:
https://www.ciee.org/go-abroad/college-study-abroad/programs/japan/kyoto/ancient-modern-japan

Application deadline: Monday, July 22, 2024 17:00

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Position: Short-term Secondary School English Literature Teacher
Posted by: Embassy of Japan in Washington DC
Location: Washington, D.C.
Contract: Full Time

Thanks to Devon Altman (Chiba-ken, 2018-2023) for passing along the following job opening.

The Embassy of Japan is seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented individual for the position of JET Program Coordinator at the Public Affairs Section. This individual is primarily responsible for coordinating the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program with the other JET Program Coordinators and the JET Program’s supervising diplomats. Please see below for a detailed listing of responsibilities.

Working hours are 9:00 am – 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday, with occasional weeknight and/or weekend events (paid overtime). Salary is commensurate with experience and the skills of the candidate. Benefits include group health insurance coverage, paid time off, sick leave and an annual bonus. There is a potential annual salary increase based on individual performance. The minimum monthly base salary for this position is $3,700 USD. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://www.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/job-jet-program-coordinator.html

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Position: Assistant News Producer
Posted by: Fujisankei Communications Int’l, Inc.
Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA
Contract: Full Time

Thanks to Fujisankei Communications Int’l, Inc. for passing along the following job opening.

Description: A media professional who supports the production of newscasts across all platforms. Perform US/Mexico (West Coast focus) news-gathering activities for broadcast in Japan, including news research and on-location producing.

• Monitor and remain up-to-date with daily news through local/national TV news stations, social media, news wires, newspapers, magazines, publication agencies (AP, Reuters, NYTimes), etc.
• Inquire various communication specialists, public relations, and related points of contact to gather information and set up interviews.
• Collect information, set up interviews, and coordinate travel arrangements for any potential news, projects, or breaking news.
• Discuss and coordinate with Bureau Chief and the Engineering department in setting up crews, satellite bookings, coverage requirements and additional outside technical support.
• Go on location and perform troubleshooting, researching, translating, directing, coordinating, driving, editing, and footage transmission duties for Fuji Television

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Position: Short-term Secondary School English Literature Teacher
Posted by: EduCareer
Location: Setagaya, Tokyo, Japan
Contract: Full Time

Thanks to EduCareer for passing along the following job opening.

Description:
Application deadline: June 28, 2024
Contract period: September 2, 2024 – October 15, 2024
Location: Setagaya-ward, Tokyo
Pay/week : 80,000yen – 95,000yen (before tax) + transportation
(Total: 560,000yen-665,000yen/7weeks) *Depending on academic background and relevant teaching experience
Working days: Monday – Friday
Working hours: 8:20 – 17:20
Lessons: English Literature (17 Lessons/week)

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Position: Sales Support or Inside Sales
Posted by: Pasona NA
Location: Lexington, KY, USA
Contract: Full Time

Thanks to Laura Tanaka (Osaka, 2017-2020) for passing along the following job opening.

Work Style: Hybrid is considerable after training (Once a week WFH)

1. General Position Summary:

This position is responsible for managing the traffic/claim process, overseeing staff who are responsible for the flow of goods into the country, performing inventory control, customer service and administrative support. Builds relationships with vendors and negotiates rates. Incumbent is required to be able to perform complex sales activities by him/herself.  

 2. Essential Job Functions:

Primary Job Functions

• Performs Traffic Duties
• Performs Inventory Control Functions
• Provides Customer Service
• Performs Sales Support Functions 
• Performs Administrative Duties 

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Position: Japanese-English Bilingual Coordinator
Posted by: Quick USA
Location: Dublin, OH, USA
Contract: Full Time

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

Description:
A very famous Japanese Manufacturing Company is currently searching for a Japanese-English Bilingual Coordinator (Translator/Interpreter) to help them by providing services to clients according to their needs, acting as liaison between employees and clients, and freelancers (interpreters and translators) and clients.

Duties include communicating with employees to provide solutions to their work problems and communicating with clients to meet their needs.

This is considered an entry level position, but advanced/native level Japanese/English is needed for this position. JET Alumni who have such level are encouraged to apply.

Your essential duties would include the following:

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Position: Reporter/Researcher
Posted by: The Yomiuri Shimbun, New York Bureau
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full Time

Thanks to The Yomiuri Shimbun (New York Bureau) for passing along the following job opening.

Description:
Reporter / Researcher for Yomiuri Shimbun New York Bureau

The Yomiuri Shimbun is Japan’s largest daily newspaper. We are headquartered in Tokyo and have 26 international bureaus, three of which are in the United States: New York, Washington, and Los Angeles.

Japanese: http://www.yomiuri.co.jp/
English-language site is: https://japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/
Our history: https://info.yomiuri.co.jp/english/group/history/

Qualifications: Applicants must have a strong interest in current affairs, especially American society, politics, and culture. An interest in journalism, attention to accuracy and the ability to multitask effectively under deadline is required. Applicants should already be based in New York region.

Job Description: Main duties involve research and reporting to assist the Yomiuri’s New York Bureau Chief and other Japanese correspondents stationed in New York.

In the coming months, stories related to the 2024 election and coverage of legal cases involving election disputes and former President Trump’s criminal cases will be one focus.

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