Jun 12

Job: Sales Support Team Leader – InsideAsia Tours (Bristol, UK)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email


Job Title: Sales Support Team Leader
Posted by: InsideAsia Tours
Location: Bristol, UK
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job received directly from the company:

http://www.insidejapantours.org/Jobs/Sales_Support_Team_Leader_job_spec_Advert_230519.pdf


Jun 11

Job: Reischauer Policy Research Fellows Program – Edwin O. Reischauer Center for East Asian Studies (Washington, D.C. USA)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email


Job Title: Reischauer Policy Research Fellows Program
Posted by: Edwin O. Reischauer Center for East Asian Studies
Location: Washington, D.C. USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to JET alumna, Neave Denny (Okinawa-ken) for the following opportunity: Reischauer Policy Research Fellows Program. Please see the below document for information regarding the fellows program and how to apply.

Reischauer Policy Research Fellows Program Description


Jun 10

Job: Translator – Creotech (Remote)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email


Job Title: Translator
Posted by: Creotech
Location: Remote
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to JET alum, Margie Banin (Kochi-ken) for passing along the following job opening:

Creotech is a company providing administrative support to the Ritsumeikan group of universities, including translation. They are currently recruiting for experienced E–>J and J–>E translators to add to their translation team.

This is an independent contractor position: you can be located anywhere worldwide. If you are added to the team, you will periodically receive emailed requests which you are free to accept or decline, depending on your availability at the time. For details and to apply, please see the job announcement here: https://www.translator.jp/list.cgi

***Be sure to search for Job #14478 ***

Please Note: Shortlisted applicants will be asked to submit a short trial translation to verify their skills.


Jun 6

Job: Multiple Positions – Multiple Organizations (Global)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email


Thanks to JETAADC for compiling the following list of job, internship, and fellowship opportunities:

Featured Job Positions: 

U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration: Foreign Commercial Service Office
(deadline: June 4)

The U.S. & Foreign Commercial Service (US&FCS) is one of four official Foreign Affairs Agencies under the Foreign Service Act of 1980. As a member of the Commercial Section at a U.S. Embassy, you will report to a Senior Commercial Officer and you will be assigned a range of responsibilities that may include: assessing the host country trade environment and developing U.S. Government export promotion and commercial diplomacy strategies, working with the State Department administrative and program offices, and providing analyses and recommendations on advancing export-related policy issues. Must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.

Apply here

ARKRAY: Interpreter/Translator (Kyoto)
(deadline: June 30)

ARKRAY is currently seeking an Experienced Japanese/English Simultaneous Interpreter (both directions: Japanese to English and English to Japanese) to perform a variety of bilingual support tasks. This includes translating and revising business documents, creating documents for internal/external communication and interpreting in-house meetings and negotiations.  ARKRAY, Inc. is focused on always providing new value to our customers and this is based on our founder’s drive for taking on challenges. This drive has been key over the years as we built up our own, rare business style and maintained a comprehensive approach to the development, manufacture and distribution of the sample test devices, diagnostic reagents and diagnostic support tools needed for clinical testing all over the world.

For candidates interested, please send us your resume to career_rct@arkray.co.jp. Please feel free to contact us with any questions.

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Jun 5

Job: English Teacher – Kobe College High School (Nishinomiya, Japan)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email


Job Title: English Teacher
Posted by: Kobe College High School
Location: Nishinomiya, Hyōgo, Japan
Contract: Full-Time

Please see the flyer below for an open English teaching position passed along to us. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact Kanae Takenaka at programs@kccjee.org or 847-386-7661.

2019 KCHS Job Flyer


Jun 4

Job: Digital Marketing Specialist – Payveris (Atlanta, GA, USA/Remote)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email


Job Title: Digital Marketing Specialist
Posted by: Payveris
Location: Atlanta, GA, USA/Remote
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to JET alum, Kyle Munn (Shiga-ken) for passing along this job opportunity from one of her clients:

One of my clients has a job opening right now that I think could be a great opportunity for a JET! She’s the hiring manager and seems like she’d be great to work with as well.

It’s for a digital marketing specialist based in Atlanta, Georgia but she said for the right candidate they could make it a remote position: https://www.payveris.com/media/1123/digital-marketing-specialist.pdf


Jun 3

Job: Administrative Assistant – Embassy of Japan (Washington DC)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email


Job Title: Administrative Assistant, Economic Section
Posted by: Embassy of Japan
Location: Washington, DC
Contract: Full-Time

The Embassy of Japan is seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented individual for the position of Administrative Assistant. This individual is primarily responsible for secretarial work: assisting and supporting a wide range of activities of diplomats in the Economic Section. Please see below for a detailed listing of responsibilities.

The Embassy offers group health insurance coverage, paid vacation and sick leave. Working hours are 9:00 am – 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday, with lunchtime receptionist duty once a month and the occasional weeknight and/or weekend event (paid overtime). Salary is commensurate with experience. The minimum basic monthly salary for this position is USD 3,000.

Please note: Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or a U.S. green card holder. Screening will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Only successful candidates will be contacted. Successful candidates will be requested to submit their background check information.

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May 28

Job: Operations and Program Coordinator – Japan-America Society of Tennessee (Nashville, TN , USA)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email


Job Title: Operations and Program Coordinator 
Posted by: Japan-America Society of Tennessee
Location: Nashville, TN, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to JET alum, Jennifer Butler (Shizuoka-ken) for passing along the following job opening. Additionally, the CEO is specifically looking for a former JET for this position she said due to our unique experience and background. (And because a former JET she’s hired worked out very well.)

The Japan-America Society of Tennessee (JAST) is seeking an Operations Manager and Program Coordinator to handle all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the JAST office including membership management, and event planning and assistance.  The position is 40 hours per week with a traditional schedule and the opportunity to work remotely. The successful candidate will be a disciplined, task-oriented individual who can balance the ongoing activities of JAST in a timely manner. The candidate must have a professional business acumen, strong organizational and administrative skills and experience.  Japanese language ability and experience traveling or living in Japan is a plus for the position.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Coordinates all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the JAST office. Operational activities include answering the JAST phone and emails and responding, purchasing supplies, coordinating JAST mailings, and maintaining JAST administrative files. Picks-up mail every week at P.O. Box. Acts as a liaison with outside vendors. The JAST team works remotely but meets as a staff on a weekly basis. Our virtual office uses G-Suite (shared calendar, drive, docs).
  • Maintains and utilizes membership database. JAST uses Wild Apricot membership software for its website, contacts, newsletter creation, event announcements and registration. Explores and learns new and effective ways to utilize Wild Apricot as JAST’s overall membership communication system.
  • Overseas administration of JAST office such as bookkeeping, pay roll, membership billing, JAST annual subscriptions. Acts as the liaison for JAST’s bookkeeping and pay roll companies. Oversees accurate record keeping, and on-time payment of JAST invoices. Follows-up with the payment process to ensure timely payment of member dues and invoices.
  • Overseas website updates. Works with JAST team to make updates of events, membership information, photos, etc. for the JAST English and Japanese website.
  • Assists CEO in launching and producing the JAST newsletter. Oversees the administrative production and coordinates development of content for JAST’s new newsletter this fall.
  • Provides correspondence to board members regarding board meetings and prepares board meeting materials. Takes minutes for board meetings.
  • Assists CEO in creating annual budget and monitoring cash flow. Has a working knowledge of or ability to learn new accounting software to become familiar with QuickBooks Online.  Ability to apply that knowledge when necessary.

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May 26

Job: Foreign Commercial Service Officer – U.S. Department of State (Washington, DC)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email


Job Title: Foreign Commercial Service Officer
Posted by: U.S. Department of State
Location: Washington, DC
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a JET-relevant job passed along to us:

Foreign Commercial Service Officer

A lesser-known wing of the US Foreign Service is outside of the State Department, in the Commerce Department, promoting international trade. Unlike at the State Department, knowing Japanese is an advantage here, as per the listing.

More Information and Application Process: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/534157700


May 25

Job: Multiple Positions – SunJour Healthcare Corporation (Jersey City, NJ)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email


Job Title: Sales Account Manager, Sales Specialist, and Medical Advisor 
Posted by: SunJour Healthcare Corporation
Location: Jersey City, NJ
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to friend of JET Keng for passing along the opportunity with his company:

Job Title 1: Sales Account Manager

  • Sales Account Manager – Job Description: 
    • Deliver sales performance in line with company’s objectives.
    • Develop and Execute sales activities efficiently.
    • Act as an expert of the Company’s products, therapeutic diseases and health enhancement knowledge to boost sales performance.
    • Possess regulatory professional and market information to work and negotiate with distributors.
    • Complete sales reports and send to HQ.
    • Manage sales team and achieve individual sales target.
  • Sales Account Manager – Requirements: 
    • Bachelor’s degree or above.
    • Over 7 years working experience in sales account officer, familiar with pharmaceutical and/or supplement industry, and/or familiar with channels of hospitals and/or pharmacy.
    • Experience with conducting customer product demonstrations as part of the sales process.
    • Familiar with Physician Practice administration, patient accounting, business development.
    • Mature, self-motivated and strong interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to work independently.
    • Management Experience will be a plus.

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May 24

Job: Multiple JET-relevant Job Listings – DSA International (Various)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email


Job Title: JET-relevant Job Listings
Posted by: DSA International
Location: Various
Contract: Full-Time

Here are some JET-relevant job listings courtesy of DSA International:

New Job Listings!

Japanese/American Companies seeking candidates nationwide. Japanese language or cultural background is a big plus! All of our positions are direct-hire with company benefits! See below a small listing of some of our urgent job openings!

CALIFORNIA

  • Sales Representative (San Francisco, CA) $58K/yr
  • Seafood Sales Representative (San Francisco) to $90K
  • Process Engineer, Industrial chemistry/Physics  (San Jose, CA) to $160K/yr
  • Accounting/Finance Specialist (San Diego, CA) $80K/yr
  • Marketing Trainee (San Diego, CA) $50K/yr
  • Accounting Manager (Orange County, CA) $120K/yr
  • Sales Engineer & Manager (Orange County, CA) $50-120K/yr
  • Mechanical/Sales Engineer (Orange County, CA) $50-70K/yr
  • Executive Assistant/Translator (Orange County, CA) $45-55K/yr
  • Research Assistant /Regulatory &Compliance  (Orange County, CA) $42-50K/yr
  • Sales Support & Sales Representative (Orange County, CA) $37-50K/yr
  • Accounting Supervisor (Los Angeles, CA) Up to $60K/yr
  • Administrative Assistant / Accounting Trainee(Los Angeles, CA) $33-37K/yr
  • Accounting Supervisor (Torrance, CA) $60K/yr

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May 23

Job: Teaching Fellows, Lead Teachers, and Specialists – KIPP Careers (Boston & Lynn, MA, USA)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email


Job Title: Teaching Fellows, Lead Teachers, and Specialists
Posted by: KIPP Careers
Location: Boston & Lynn, MA, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to current JET, Yoshika Wason (Aomori-ken) for the following openings with her former employer:

Openings for the 2019-2020 school year include teaching fellows, lead teachers, and specialists.

Full descriptions here: https://kippcareers.secure.force.com/JOBBOARD?SITE=MASSACHUSETTS


May 23

Job: Research Analyst – Brookings Institution (Washington, DC)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email


Job Title: Research Analyst
Posted by: Brookings Institution
Location: Washington, DC
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks again to JET alum, Rachel Brisson (Fukui-ken) for passing along the following job opening with her company:

https://careers-brookings.icims.com/jobs/1972/research-analyst%2c-cue-%28job-id%3a-2019-1972%29/job


May 21

Job: Program Coordinator – Brookings Institution (Washington, DC)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email


Job Title: Program Coordinator, Global Economy, and Development
Posted by: Brookings Institution
Location: Washington, DC
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to JET alum, Rachel Brisson (Fukui-ken) for passing along the opportunity with her company:

Project Coordinator, Center for Universal Education

May 20

Job: Multiple Listings – Tofugu (Portland, OR, USA or Remote)

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email


Job Title: Multiple Listings
Posted by: Tofugu
Location: Portland, OR, USA or Remote
Contract: Full-Time

Here are some jobs passed along to us directly from the company:

“Tofugu is comprised of individuals who are passionate about education, Japan, and the Japanese language. We are a profitable company with ten full-time employees and a large group of part-timers & contractors” -copied directly from the job listing from the link below. Here is the current list of full-time available jobs:

  • Customer Support Manager
  • Front End Engineer
  • Japanese Language Writer and Researcher
  • Software Engineer
  • Mobile Applications

Application Process: Find more information here: https://www.tofugu.com/jobs/?utm_source=Mailchimp&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=Email%20Template%20Tofugu%202019%20Jobs%20Header


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