Job: Staff Attorney and Supervising Attorney – Rutgers Law School (Newark/Camden, NJ, USA)
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Job Title: Staff Attorney
Posted by: Rutgers Law School
Location: Newark/Camden, NJ, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a couple of law positions for interested JET alumni:
Rutgers Law School has two non-teaching attorney positions available to work on joint projects of the Immigrant Justice Clinic and the Child Advocacy Clinic.
STAFF ATTORNEY
First, the Rutgers Child Advocacy Clinic at Rutgers Law School in Newark, New Jersey seeks to hire a full-time Staff Attorney to begin immediately.
The Staff Attorney will work on two separate, but closely related projects involving immigrant children: (1) The Staff Attorney will recruit, train, and mentor pro bono immigration practitioners who are willing to represent immigrant child clients where there is a potential claim for
Special Immigration Juvenile Status (SIJS); and (2) the Staff Attorney will provide immigration representation to children in North Jersey who are in the custody of the New Jersey Division of Child Protection and Permanency. The position will be based on the Law School’s Newark campus, although there may be some ability to split time between the Newark and Camden campuses at the option of the attorney.
The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience in either family law or immigration law, along with excellent oral and written communication skills. Bilingual (Spanish) preferred, but not required. Experience working with children preferred, but not required. Salary $65-75,000. This position is externally funded and contingent upon available funds. This is the third year of the project, which is anticipated to move from one-year to two-year contract cycles shortly.
Application Process: Please click here to apply.
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SUPERVISING ATTORNEY
Second, the Rutgers Child Advocacy Clinic at Rutgers Law School in Newark, New Jersey and the Rutgers Immigrant Justice Clinic at Rutgers Law School in Camden, New Jersey are seeking to hire a Full-Time Supervising Attorney (non-teaching) to begin immediately.
The supervising attorney will report to the Clinic Directors and will provide supervision on an externally funded Project where attorneys and a paralegal are providing legal representation to children in New Jersey’s foster care system with regard to their immigration needs. The supervising attorney also will handle a caseload and provide direct immigration representation to children in New Jersey who are involved with the New Jersey Division of Child Protection and Permanency. It is required that anyone applying for the position have at least five years of experience in immigration law and some exposure to family law. Additionally, the supervising attorney must be bilingual (English/Spanish) and have access to a car. The ideal candidate also will have some past supervisory experience. The position will be based on the Law School’s Newark campus, but some travel to the Law School’s Camden campus will be required. Please note that this is not a teaching position.
Salary $75-80,000. This position is externally funded and contingent upon available funds. This is the third year of the project, which is anticipated to move from one-year to two-year contract cycles shortly.
Application Process: Please click here to apply.
Job: Administrative Assistant, Public Affairs Section – Embassy of Japan (Washington, DC)
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Job Title: Administrative Assistant, Public Affairs Section
Posted by: Embassy of Japan
Location: Washington, DC
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job via the Embassy of Japan:
The Embassy of Japan is seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented individual for the position of Administrative Assistant for the Public Affairs section. This individual is primarily responsible for managing the schedules and activities of diplomats in the Public Affairs Section. This position also assists with cultural events and programs as well as produces written materials for public distribution and handles press-related duties. Please see below for a detailed listing of responsibilities.
Working hours are 9:00 am – 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday, with lunch time receptionist duty once a month and regular weeknight and/or weekend events (paid overtime). Salary is commensurate with experience and skills of the candidate. Benefit includes group health insurance coverage, paid time off, sick leave and annual bonus. There is a potential salary increase based on individual performance.
Please note: Candidates must be either 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 background check information.
Responsibilities:
- Help plan and organize receptions, cultural events, meetings, and seminars under the direction of diplomatic staff.
- Draft speeches, press releases, correspondence and newsletters related to Embassy activities.
- Handle the process of exchange program such as MEXT Scholarship and JET (the Japan Exchange and Teaching) program with JET coordinators.
- Conduct research related to public affairs such as cultural/social events and media outlets.
- Handle administrative duties such as making appointments, developing itineraries and transportation arrangements for diplomats, answering phone calls from the public.
- Other responsibilities as needed and appropriate, including but not limited to: leading tours of Embassy cultural assets, MCing at events, supporting receptions in the evenings, providing internal translations and transcribing recordings.
Job: Administrative Director, Japan-United States Educational Commission – Fulbright Japan (Tokyo, Japan)
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Job Title: Administrative Director, Japan-United States Educational Commission (Fulbright Japan)
Posted by: Fulbright Japan
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a JET-relevant job forwarded to us:
Position Summary
The Administrative Director is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising all activities relating to administrative, financial, and personnel matters of the Commission and the Secretariat. In addition, the Administrative Director will assist in strategic planning for fundraising.
- Analyzes and prepares all budgetary aspects of the annual JUSEC program proposal for initial submission to the Commission and subsequently to the U.S. and Japanese governments
- Supervises all financial transactions and prepares all financial documents for annual audit by a public accountant
- Maintains commitment and disbursement records for individual grantees (approximately 100 yearly)
- Drafts all communications to the Finance Committee and U.S. State Dept. relating to budgeting, financing and accounting matters
- Manages personnel matters for the Secretariat such as: supervision of recruitment of new personnel; processing promotions; annual performance evaluations; annual cost-of-living adjustments; and makes recommendations for updating the Personnel Policy Handbook
- Devises strategy for and initiates fundraising outreach attempts with potential external corporate and private individual donors
- Coordinates all administrative logistical support functions including procurement of office equipment, supplies and services; space utilization and allocation, including negotiating office lease; processing of incoming and outgoing mail; and all communication systems
- Liaises with Japanese and US government officials relating to the budget, financial, and other administrative matters
- When the Executive Director is not present, the Administrative Director acts as the head representative and authority of the Secretariat
Job: Temporary Development Coordinator – Brookings Institution (Washington, DC) (Applications Close today 9/27)
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Job Title: Temporary Development Coordinator
Posted by: Brookings Institution
Location: Washington, DC
Contract: Full-Time
A unique opening from former JETAANY President Yvonne Thurman-Dogruer who is the Director of Administration for the Brookings Institute in DC.
I am currently searching for a temp development coordinator at the Global Economy and Development program at Brookings in Washington DC. If interested, please email me by Thursday September 27!
Development Coordinator (temporary)
This will be a three-month appointment, starting in early October, with an option to renew or go to perm.
Education/Experience Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree required. Minimum three years coordination and administrative experience required, preferably in a fundraising function within an international, non-profit organization. Familiarity with research-oriented work environments preferred. Interest in international economics, international development policy, and poverty issues also preferred.
Knowledge/Skills Requirements:
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, administrative, and communication skills, required. Strong writing capabilities, including exceptional grammar, spelling, proofreading, and editing skills. Must be able to coordinate a variety of tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, and consistently follow-up on details. Must be highly attentive to detail, discreet, and dependable. Proficiency in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite, including database and spreadsheet skills in MS Excel, required. Must be able to exercise good judgment, take initiative, function independently, and work in close cooperation with others. Knowledge of or prior experience with with Raiser’s Edge preferred. Must be currently authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Contact:
Yvonne Thurman-Doğruer
Director of Administration
Global Economy and Development
Email: ydogruer@brookings.edu
Website: www.brookings.edu
Job: Sales Support Administrator – InsideAsia Tours (Boulder, CO)
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Job Title: Sales Support Administrator
Posted by: InsideAsia Tours
Location: Boulder, CO, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Attached is a job received directly from the company.
Our Values
In everything we do at InsideAsia Tours we aim to act in line with the company’s five core values: Trustworthy, Knowledgeable, Ethical, High Quality, Friendly. These are at the heart of the organization, and the company looks for every individual to demonstrate these values on a daily basis.
Leadership & Professionalism
InsideAsia Tours encourages everyone to take personal responsibility for leadership within the organization. Each member of the team is expected to exemplify the company values through their work and professional conduct. We expect everyone to set an example to those around them and to be conscious that they are representing the company when working with customers and partner organizations.
Job Purpose
To facilitate the booking of our customized travel packages and the subsequent creation of detailed documents for these.
Relationships
You will work within a team of Sales Support Administrators led by the Office Manager. You will work closely with Travel Consultants in the US office and the operations teams in our Nagoya branch. Collaboration with Product, Marketing and Small Group Tours administration teams will also be required, along with occasionally providing assistance to the Office Administrator with the Japan Rail Pass shop. Read More
Job: Administrative Assistant – Embassy of Japan (Washington, DC)
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Job Title: Administrative Assistant, Defense 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 in its Defense section. This individual is primarily responsible for managing the schedules and activities of diplomats in the Defense Section.
For more details regarding job responsibilities, pay and benefits, see the full listing here:http://www.us.emb-japan.go.jp/english/html/job-defense-assistant.html.
Please e-mail your resume and cover letter to defense@ws.mofa.go.jp by October 3rd, 2018.
Job: Program Officer – Cultural Vistas (Washington, DC)
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Job Title: Program Officer, Edmund S. Muskie Internship and TEACH USA Programs
Posted by: Cultural Vistas
Location: Washington, DC
Contract: Full-Time
Thanks to a JET alum for passing along the following job opportunity:
Cultural Vistas is seeking a Program Officer to help implement and support the Edmund S. Muskie Internship Program and TEACH USA Programs, including organizing the selection of Fulbright participants, managing graduate intern placement processes, and developing orientation and debriefing sessions.
The Program Officer will also implement other inbound placements and Exchange Visitor and Grant Programs. Successful candidates include those that have prior experiences in government exchange programs and/or placement programs.
Candidates should apply directly through the link below.
Job: Application Processing Staff Members – JET Program Office (Washington, DC)
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Job Title: Application Processing Staff Members
Posted by: JET Program Office
Location: Washington, DC
Contract: Full-Time Temporary
The JET Program Office at the Embassy of Japan is seeking application processing staff members for its fall 2018 processing season. Processing staff will have the opportunity to learn more about the JET Program from the inside, meet JET alumni, and become more involved with the JETAA and U.S.-Japan communities in D.C.
This is a temporary position from mid-October to late December 2018. Please find more information about the position below:
Responsibilities
- Checking online application materials for completeness
- Working with other processors to confirm completeness of application materials
- Preparation of application materials for review
- Organizing, scanning and data entry for piece mail documents
Position Details
- Staff will work in the JET Program Office at the Embassy of Japan
- 2520 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20008
- Working hours are Monday-Friday from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Full-time staff are desirable but working hours are flexible within these times
- Orientation and beginning of the contract period will be mid-October
- Salary will be $15.00/hr
- As this is a temporary position, health insurance and benefits are not offered
Job: Administrative Assistant – The Harris Firm (Tokyo, Japan)
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Job Title: Administrative Assistant
Posted by: The Harris Firm
Location: Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan
Contract: Part-Time
Here’s a job received directly from the law firm:
Job Description:
Part-time law administrative positions for native and near-native English speakers that are dependable, results-oriented, problem-solving, work independently, and are good written and oral communicators.
Tasks Include:
- Office administration,
- Preparation of application documents
- Sending and filing correspondences
- Communicating with and invoicing clients
- Arranging appointments
Application Process: To apply, send resume and cover letter as two PDF attachments to careers@harrisfirm.net
Job: International Search Quality Operations Analyst – Indeed (Austin, TX, USA)
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Job Title: International Search Quality Operations Analyst – Japan
Posted by: Indeed
Location: Austin, TX, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Thanks to Zandra Gilmore (Tokushima-ken) for the following job opportunity with her company:
Job: Television News Videographer – Tokyo Broadcasting System (Washington, DC)
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Job Title: Television News Videographer
Posted by: Tokyo Broadcasting System, Washington DC Bureau
Location: Washington, DC
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a JET-relevant job passed along to us:
We are seeking an entry level full-time videographer to work for Tokyo Broadcasting System’s Washington DC Bureau. The main duties of the videographer will includes production of live and recorded news events, editing of video for air transmission, setting up live-shots, and performing technical administrative tasks in support of the bureau and staff.
Please note: Candidates must currently reside in the United States (Work visa support provided)
Qualifications:
- Advanced Japanese, Conversational English
- Strong interest in video production
- Must maintain a valid driver’s license
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Flexibility, resourcefulness and able to work in teams
- Able to carry at least 10kg of equipment
- Strong computer skills and proficient in Microsoft office
Job: Diplomatic Assistant – Embassy of Japan (Washington, DC)
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Job Title: Diplomatic Assistant
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 Diplomatic Assitant. This individual is primarily responsible for managing the schedules and activities of diplomats in the Political 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 lunch time receptionist duty once a month and the occasional weeknight and/or weekend event (paid overtime). Salary is commensurate with experience. The minimum monthly base salary for this position is $3,000 USD.
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.
Job: Processing Archivist – University of Colorado Boulder Libraries (Boulder, CO, USA)
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Job Title: Processing Archivist
Posted by: University of Colorado Boulder Libraries
Location: Boulder, CO, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Thanks to JETAA Rocky Mountain president, Adam Lisbon (Hyogo-ken) for the following job opening at his university:
Processing Archivist
The University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) Libraries invites applications from collaborative and innovative candidates for the position of Processing Archivist, a non-tenure-stream faculty position in the University Libraries’ Special Collections, Archives & Preservation Department. The University of Colorado Boulder Archives was established in 1918 and holds internationally renowned manuscript, photograph, records and media collections relating to the history of the University of Colorado Boulder, the state of Colorado, the Rocky Mountain West, and transnational subjects.
The Processing Archivist reports to the Head of Archives and works in a highly-collaborative team environment. The individual is responsible for: establishing priorities for efficiently processing the backlog of legacy collection and new acquisitions; performing arrangement, description, and physical processing of collections; creating of finding aids in ArchivesSpace; assessing preservation and conservation issues; overseeing the management of the Atomic West and the National Snow and Ice Data Center collections; working with the Head of Archives and donors on new acquisitions of archival collections; managing student workers and interns for the Archives Unit; providing primary source instruction; providing regular reference services; and coordinating outreach. This position will cultivate and advocate for an environment of diversity and inclusion based on the position’s responsibilities.
This is a renewable, non-tenure-track faculty position. Successful candidates will be expected to engage in research and professional service activities.
Job: Camp English Teacher – Nissin Travel Service (Yamanashi, Japan)
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Job Title: Camp English Teacher
Posted by: Nissin Travel Service
Location: Yamanashi, Japan
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a one-time job received directly from Maika Kuroiwa working at Nissin Travel Service:
Dear everyone,
I am Maika KUROIWA, working for a travel agency in Tokyo, Nissin Travel Service. (HP: https://www.nissin-trvl.co.jp/ )
My team is specialized for managing educational tours, and since 2016, as one of our tours, we are managing and conducting 3 days of “English Camp” for 8th graders (about a hundred students). This “English Camp” is the school’s program aiming to improve students’ English skills, During this camp, students spend their time in a hotel for 3 days(2 nights) near the Lake Saiko, Yamanashi, and the school invite around 10 native English speakers. Students learn English through some activities, classes, interacting with native English speakers and so on.
If you are interested in becoming a teacher in this camp, and available on following days, could you please help us for conducting this program?
Job: Economic Division Staff – Consulate General of Japan in New York (New York, NY, USA)
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Job Title: Economic Division Staff
Posted by: Consulate General of Japan in New York
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job received directly from the Consulate General of Japan in New York. Unfortunately, a visa sponsorship is unavailable:
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 September 30, 2018.
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
- Daily Economic and business research
- Responding to telephone and e-mail inquiries from the general public related to matters under the jurisdiction of the Economic Division
- Various administrative duties
- Other duties as deemed necessary
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Excellent writing, research, communication and organizational skills
- Knowledge of and interest in economic relations between Japan and the U.S.
- A commitment to promoting Japan-U.S. relations
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Ideal Candidate:
- Has a Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Economics, International Relations or Public Affairs
- Can manage multiple projects simultaneously and adjust priorities as necessary
- Is highly cooperative with other staff members
- Is deadline-oriented and possesses great reporting skills
Application Process: To apply, please submit your resume with a cover letter to: kyujin2@ny.mofa.go.jp. Only short-listed candidates who pass the first screening will be notified of the date for the interview.
