Mar 6

Job: Various Teaching/Tutoring Positions – Japanese Children’s Society (Englewood Cliffs/Fort Lee, NJ, USA)


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Position: Various Teaching/Tutoring Positions
Posted by: Japanese Children’s Society
Location: Englewood Cliffs/Fort Lee, NJ, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job passed along to us:

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Urgently Seeking

Part-time ESL/English teacher (Japanese Children’s Society, NJ)

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Jobs at Japanese Children’s Society     (February, 2020)

Employment Opportunities for English Language Teachers 

*Urgently SeekingPossible opening position in the near future

The successful applicants will teach English to Japanese students. Must be a native English speaker with a B.A. degree. Applicants with TESOL or K-12 certificates and teaching experience are highly preferred. We offer multiple positions at different locations. If you are interested in teaching at one of these locations below, please send your resume including your information about your preferred locations and available days and time.

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Mar 5

Job: Associate Program Officer – Japan Foundation CGP (New York, USA)


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Position: Associate Program Officer
Posted by:
Japan Foundation CGP
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job passed along to us:

The Japan Foundation CGP, New York seeks an Associate Program Officer who will be responsible for the management of both institutional and other programs in Grassroots Exchange & Education. Through these programs, The Japan Foundation CGP aims to foster Japan-U.S. grassroots exchange in various ways.
 
Application Process: Please email a cover letter, resume and a one-page writing sample in English to job-opening@cgp.org. Qualified candidates will be invited for an interview.   
 
https://www.cgp.org/news191031.1 

Mar 4

Job: Program Officer – Japan Society (New York, USA)


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Position: Program Officer – Innovators Network
Posted by: Japan Society
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job passed along to us:

Join our team at this exciting time as our new President & CEO reintroduces Japan Society for the global era in our second century of promoting mutual understanding between the United States and Japan.  The Program Officer in the Innovators Network is part of a small team that develops and implements multi-year projects to facilitate unique opportunities for leaders and innovators from Japan and the U.S. to come together, share knowledge and insight, and catalyze positive social change.

The Program Officer will also help administer the Japan Relief Fund, originally launched by Japan Society on March 12, 2011 to aid the survivors of the Great East Japan Earthquake, and now includes relief efforts as a result of the 2016 Kumamoto Earthquake and the 2019 Typhoon Hagibis.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Innovators Network

  • Strategize with Director on overall Network development and goals;
  • Research candidates for Innovators Network projects;
  • Initiate and develop new project ideas;
  • Draft proposals and develop project budgets;
  • Build itineraries and oversee logistics for events and schedules, including in Japanese;
  • Accompany and assist Japanese and American Network participants on Innovators Network trips in the Japan and the U.S.;
  • Implement all public programs and events related to the Network ;
  • Provide informal interpretation during the exchange programs;
  • Provide translation for documents in Japanese;
  • Work with Media & Marketing to update website with relevant material, news related to Network participants and the Japan Relief Fund (English and Japanese);
  • Produce quarterly e-newsletters and event e-blasts;
  • Update Innovators Network’s social media outlets;
  • Update database;
  • Manage Network correspondence and documentation (online and hard-copy);
  • Process payments for project and event expenses in a timely manner;
  • Prepare materials for Annual Report and prepare Japanese language section materials.

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Mar 3

Job: Multiple Positions – Allogene Therapeutics (California, USA)


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Position: Multiple Positions
Posted by: Allogene Therapeutics
Location: San Francisco, CA, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to JET alum, Dustin Wang (Nagasaki-ken) for the following message:

My company is hiring for other positions at this link: https://careers.jobscore.com/careers/allogene.
 
Any interested applicants can reach out to me for any questions (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinrwang/)  
 

Mar 2

Job: Administrative and Program Assistant – JASWDC (Washington, DC)


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Position: Administrative and Program Assistant
Posted by: Japan-America Society of Washington DC
Location: Washington, DC
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job passed along to us:

Japan-America Society of Washington DC (JASWDC) is uniquely situated to pursue its mission of promoting friendship and understanding between Americans and Japanese. Drawing on the unique resources of the nation’s capital and our long history, JASWDC offers diverse programming that spans the educational, cultural, business, and policy spheres.

JASWDC seeks a dynamic administrative and program assistant who can oversee office administrative functions while providing programmatic assistance in support of the Society’s programs. The administrative and program assistant will work under the direction of the president, communications director, bookkeepers, and other permanent staff members.

More Information and to Apply: JASWDC – Administrative and Program Assistant


Mar 1

Job: Trust & Safety Policy Escalation Associate – Udemy (California, USA)


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Position: Trust & Safety Policy Escalation Associate (Japanese Fluency)
Posted by: Udemy
Location: San Francisco, CA, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job passed along to us:

Here’s a good job for the right JET. Interested JET alums should feel free to contact JETAANC Board Member, Haj Matsukata (https://www.linkedin.com/in/matsukatah)  for more information:

https://jobs.lever.co/udemy/fb21082c-e6c1-42f7-a11d-b6ac1f0d6207  

Feb 29

Job: Japanese Summer Camp Teacher – Long Island City YMCA (New York, USA)


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Position: Japanese Summer Camp Teacher
Posted by: Long Island City YMCA
Location: Long Island City, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job passed along to us:

Long Island City YMCA is looking for a Japanese summer camp teacher who can work from Monday, June 29, 2020 to Friday, July 24, 2020. The teacher should have native fluency in Japanese and should be able to work legally in the U.S. Salary is commensurate with experience. Experience in early childhood education is highly preferred. 
 
If you are interested, please contact Rosa or Risa at the contact info below. Feel free to share the info with anyone who might be interested.
 

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Feb 22

Job: Chief Executive Officer – Asian Americans Advancing Justice (Los Angeles, CA)

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Position: Chief Executive Officer
Posted by: Asian Americans Advancing Justice
Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job passed along to us:

Chief Executive Officer search at Asian Americans Advancing Justice – Los Angeles.

This is a unique opportunity to be at the helm of the largest civil rights and legal services organization representing the AANHPI communities in the country, as Advancing Justice-LA evolves to respond to current challenges to the social justice movement.

Following the bold and transformative leadership of Stewart Kwoh, past President and Founder of Advancing Justice – LA, this position will offer the new CEO the chance to promote innovative and impactful solutions for the diverse, intersectional and vulnerable communities in Southern California and beyond. 


Feb 21

Job: Assistant Correspondent – The Hokkaido Shimbun Press London Bureau (London, UK)

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Position: Assistant Correspondent
Posted by: Hokkaido Shimbun Press
Location: London, England, UK
Contract: Part-Time

Salary: £1,500 (monthly), transportation expenses
Start Date: 1st April 2020

Here’s a job received directly from the paper:

The Hokkaido Shimbun Press is looking for an Assistant Correspondent for their London Bureau, which is located on Fleet Street, central London. The successful applicant will assist the Bureau Chief with the preparation of articles to be published in Japan, and handle Bureau administration. The Bureau covers political, economic, and cultural news from the UK and other European countries.

Although you will work mainly during office hours for 4-5 days a week, you will occasionally be required to work overtime due to the nature of the job. You should also be willing to travel within the UK or Europe to cover stories.

Candidates should note that this is NOT a writing position. In addition, although the ability to work in Japanese is a requirement.

Responsibilities:

  • Keep abreast of breaking news and current affairs;
  • Conduct research on a wide range of topics, with attention to accuracy and detail;
  • Attend and summarise press conferences, meetings, lectures and briefings;
  • Conduct (occasionally transcribe/interpret) interviews over the phone and/or in person;
  • Assist with the planning of and participate in business trips around Europe;
  • Assist the correspondent with any language difficulties they may have and help them to handle the administration of business trips;
  • Answer phone calls and manage office administration

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Feb 20

Job: Employee for the Economic Division Staff – Consulate General of Japan in New York (New York, USA)

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Position: Employee for the Economic Division Staff
Posted by: Consulate General of Japan in New York
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job sent to us directly from The Consulate General of Japan in New York:

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Seeking an Employee for the Economic Division Staff

The Consulate General of Japan in New York is currently seeking to hire an employee for the Economic Division Staff. The deadline for all job applications is 03/13/2020.

Work hours:

  • Monday through Friday, 9:15am – 5:45pm (Lunch Break 12:30pm – 1:30pm)

Responsibilities:

  • Communicating and supporting relationships with government and corporate contacts, including arranging and/or participating in meetings and reporting results clearly
  • Daily research on Japanese business issues and U.S. economic conditions
  • Writing and editing public statements and news letters by the Consulate
  • Responding to telephone and e-mail inquiries from the general public related to matters under the jurisdiction of the Economic Division
  • Various administrative duties, including support for Consulate receptions and other events (occasional after-hours work is required)
  • Other duties as deemed necessary

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Feb 14

Job: Japan Specialist Travel Consultant – Inside Travel Group (Boulder, CO, USA)

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Position: Japan Specialist Travel Consultant
Posted by: Inside Travel Group
Location: Boulder, CO, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job passed along to us directly from the company:

Inside Travel Group is now recruiting expert Travel Consultants for our InsideJapan brand in Boulder, Colorado. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone with a good knowledge of Japan, and a passion to design and sell amazing holidays to our clients.

You will be responsible for creating, selling and delivering high quality Japan holiday packages. Most of your time will be spend interacting with clients or travel agents over the phone or by email, along with ensuring everything is in place so our clients have the best possible holiday experience.

The role is very varied and requires strong organisational skills with an ability to handle a large variety of simultaneous tasks under strict deadlines. The Travel Consultant is responsible for the reservation process as well as the preparation and sending of client travel documents, requiring strong attention to detail.

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Feb 4

Job: Visitor Service & Administrative Services Manager – Japan Society (New York, NY, USA)

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Multiple Positions: Visitor Service & Administrative Services Manager
Posted by: Japan Society
Location: New York City, NY
Contract: Full-Time, Temporary

Please see the below document for a temp job passed along to us.

Japan Society is seeking an experienced professional to manage the visitor services and administrative services functions for the period of April-August 2020. This position manages the box office and visitor services as well as office services. This position interfaces with the public, vendors and staff. The Visitor Services & Administrative Services Manager is responsible for supervising the Visitor Services Associates, and the Finance and Administration Department’s Administrative Assistant.

For more information and to apply: VISITOR SERVICES & ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES MANAGER (TEMPORARY POSITION)


Jan 21

Job: Summer Staff Positions – Concordia Language Villages (Beltrami County, MN)

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Multiple Positions: Language Teacher, Camp Counselor, Teaching Mentor, Cooks, and Office Staff
Posted by: Concordia Language Villages
Location: Beltrami County, MN, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job sent to us directly from Concordia Language Villages:

Mori no Ike, the Japanese program of Concordia Language Villages, is hiring summer staff. We are looking for language teachers, camp counselors, teaching mentors, cooks and office staff. Not all positions require Japanese proficiency. Come immerse yourself in Japanese language and culture in the North Woods of Minnesota this summer!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IVp2P7HXln4

For more information and to apply, visit: http://www.concordialanguagevillages.org/work-at-the-villages/staff-applications/summer-positions




Jan 13

Job: After School Sitter – Tracey Keij-Denton (Washington Heights/Inwood, NY, USA)

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Job Title: After School Sitter
Posted by: Tracey Keij-Denton
Location: Washington Heights/Inwood, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job opportunity passed along to us:

Times: Weekdays, approx 3:45 to 6pm Mon, Tues & Friday, 3-6pm Wednesdays, not needed Thursdays.

Location: Mostly Washington Heights & Inwood.

Languages:  Japanese a huge plus, must speak/read some English also. Great opportunity for a retired person, student with flexible schedule, ex-pat spouse, etc.

Application Process: Feel free to be in touch with me, Tracey Keij-Denton at traceykeijdenton-at-gmail, and I’ll pass it along. You can write the message in English or Japanese; we’ll figure it out.


Dec 15

Job: Tour Consultant / Co-ordinator / Guide (Tokyo area)

Posted by Tom Baker.


Job Title: Tour Consultant / Coordinator / Guide
Posted by: Journeys of Discovery
Location: Tokyo area
Contract: Full-Time

The following information was passed along by Ryoji Shimada, a friend of a JET alum, who has sometimes worked with the company.

Journeys of Discovery is a Toronto-based Canadian tour company operating tours to Japan for Canadian travellers. We are looking for a Japanese team member who can work for us from Japan.

Responsibilities:
Researching, developing, and pricing Japanese tour products for the Canadian market; Communicating and negotiating with our Japanese suppliers; Accompanying and hosting of small groups from Canada to Japan (training will be provided); Maintain and update the company’s databases; Making bookings and reservations by phone or online reservation systems; Training and managing future staff; General office administrative work including simple translation between English and Japanese

Place of Employment:
Your position will be home-based in Tokyo (or easy access to the center of Tokyo) with good internet environment.

Start Date:
Subject to negotiation

Probation period:
6 months

Salary:
From 220,000 yen per month (based on ability and experience)

Benefits:
Not provided

Hours of work:
9 am to 5 pm with some flexibility (days off: weekends and holidays *this will be varied when you have the guiding duty)

Vacation:
10 days of paid vacation will be provided after the first 6 months

Qualifications:
Japanese native speaker with excellent written and oral communication skills in English; Inbound travel industry experience; Can work independently; Ability to travel and guide small groups through Japan for duration of 7 to 14 nights

If interested, send a CV in English to Ryoji Shimada at ryoji829@gmail.com.


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