Job: Program Assistant – Brookings Institute (Washington, D.C.)
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Position: Program Assistant, Global Economy and Development Program
Posted by: Brookings Institute
Location: Washington, D.C.
Contract: Full-Time
Thanks to former JETAANY President Yvonne Thurman-Doğruer, who works for the Brookings Institute as Director of Administration in the Global Economy and Development, for sharing this excellent opening in her department.
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Program Assistant
Global Economy and Development Program
https://careers-brookings.icims.com/jobs/1539/program-assistant/job
All applications must be submitted online at www.Brookings.edu
Job: Assistant Producer – Fujisankei Communications International Inc (New York, USA)
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Position: Assistant Producer (TV News/FNN Department)
Posted by: Fujisankei Communications International Inc.
Location: New York, USA (No Visa Support)
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job received directly from the company:
SUMMARY
To research and cover news taking place in North, Central, and South America that would be of interest to the Japanese viewers living in Japan. The position will require research on current events, develop ideas for news segments (“kikaku”), and on-site coverage. The ideal candidate will speak native-level English, conversational Japanese, and have 3-5 years of relevant experience or background. The candidate must be able to adapt their lifestyle to the news cycle, and travel frequently.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Keep up with current events in both Americas and Japan by scouring news media and researching wide range of sources. Present topics that may be of interest to the Japanese viewers, whether the news involve Japanese individuals, has an effect on Japan, or topics that are similar to events taking place in Japan. Report news from location, which could be anywhere in the North, Central, or South America. Arrange business trip, including flight, lodging, rides, and interviews.
Other Skills
Speak native-level English, conversational Japanese. Strong commitment to the news lifestyle. Thrives in a team-oriented environment. Strong organizational, communication, and research skills. Reliable and punctual. Ability to use hand-held camera a plus.
Essential Physical Requirements
Able to work irregular hours to accommodate developing news; ability to work overtime and weekends on a short notice; be willing to travel frequently. The job may require candidates to travel to inhospitable areas, such as aftermath of natural disasters.
Please email cover letter and resume to maria.meyer@fci-ny.com
Job: Program Advisor – IES Abroad (Indiana, USA)
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Position: Program Advisor
Posted by: IES Abroad
Location: Indianapolis, IN, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Thanks to JET alum Mya Fisher (Kanagawa-ken) for the following job listing:
Program Advisor – Japanese Language Skills Required
Status: Full-time/exempt
Schedule: M-F, 8:30 – 5:00, including occasional evening and weekend work based on seasonal business needs/position requirements.
Note: This is an exempt position, and due to the time difference between Indianapolis and the Country Offices, there may be a need to work outside of core hours. Early-morning hours may be necessary on occasion.
Reports to: Associate Director, Program Management
Direct Reports: None
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Indianapolis, IN, USA
Summary of Position
The Study Abroad Foundation (SAF) HQ Program Advisor serves all students who apply and/or are admitted to SAF study abroad programs. Each student demands unique services and requires a thorough review of his/her application and a timely admission decision. Servicing students includes collecting, organizing and clarifying data and information throughout the application and pre-departure process so that it is clear, informative and adds value to the study abroad experience. Post arrival, the HQ Program Advisor provides on-going student services and support for the duration of an SAF students’ participation in their program. In addition, the HQ Program Advisor maintains university relations with his or her set of host universities and accurate program information related to each host university.
Job: ESL/English Teacher – Japanese Children’s Society Inc. and R/Lingo Learning Center (New Jersey, USA)
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Position: ESL/English Teacher
Posted by: Japanese Children’s Society Inc. and R/Lingo Learning Center
Location: Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, USA and Fort Lee, New Jersey, USA
Contract: Part-Time
Here’s a job received directly from the company:
Position: ESL/English teacher (PreK-6th Grade)
School Name and Job Locations:
- Japanese Children’s Society Inc.: Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
- R/Lingo Learning Center: Fort Lee, New Jersey
Schedule:
- Monday to Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or 3:40 to 7:30 p.m
- Friday: 8:20 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Employment Status: Part-time
Benefit Eligible: Yes, if you can work more than 30 hours per week
Degree Level: Native English Speakers + BA (+ K-12 teacher certificate/TESOL + Teaching exp. are preferred)
Compensation: At least $30.00/hour *We pay transportation cost.
Start Date: September 2017
*Please send your RESUME to nakagawa.nyikuei@gmail.com or call 201-947-4707.
Job: African Peacebuilding Network Communications/Editorial Assistant – The Social Science Research Council (Brooklyn, NY, USA)
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Position: African Peacebuilding Network Communications/Editorial Assistant
Posted by: The Social Science Research Council (SSRC)
Location: Brooklyn, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job as a communications/editorial assistant:
Summary
The SSRC invites applications for the position of a Communications/Editorial Assistant to work closely with the African Peacebuilding Network on a broad range of editorial and communication-related activities.
Description
The Social Science Research Council (SSRC) is an independent, international, nonprofit organization devoted to the advancement of interdisciplinary research in the social sciences through a wide variety of workshops and conferences, fellowships and grants, summer training institutes, scholarly exchanges, research, and publications.
The African Peacebuilding Network (APN) promotes independent African research and analysis on peacebuilding in or near countries and regions affected by violent conflict on the continent. It seeks to infiltrate that knowledge with those who can play an important role in the shaping of an Africa-centered peacebuilding agenda, including global and regional centers of scholarly analysis and practical action as well as key policymakers at the United Nations and other multilateral, regional, and national policymaking institutions. For more information, please visit the APN program page.
The SSRC invites applications for the position of a Communications/Editorial Assistant to work closely with the African Peacebuilding Network on a broad range of editorial and communication-related activities. The ideal candidate will have the skills (writing, editing, new media proficiency) to produce high-quality web content while also being able to provide additional support in the areas of design/branding, media relations, and event management, as well as to perform related tasks, as directed.
Job: News Assistant/Staff Reporter – The Asahi Shimbun (San Francisco, CA)
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Position: News Assistant/Staff Reporter
Posted by: The Asahi Shimbun
Location: San Francisco, CA
Contract: Full-Time
Thanks to JETAA USA Country Rep Mark Frey for sending over the following job opportunity:
News Assistant/Staff Reporter position
Company: The Asahi Shimbun
Position: News Assistant / Staff Reporter
Job Status: Full-time
Location: San Francisco, CA
Salary: $42,000 to $43,200 a year (Depending on Qualifications)
The Asahi Shimbun newspaper is seeking a skilled and highly motivated News Assistant/Staff reporter for its new San Francisco office. The position will directly report to the Bureau Chief. Founded in 1879, The Asahi Shimbun is widely recognized as Japan’s leading and most respected national daily newspaper. It has a circulation of nearly six million copies per day, and is read by a wide segment of the Japanese public. The newspaper is particularly influential among Japan’s government officials, policymakers, and academics. It also reaches an English-speaking audience through its English language website. Its North American bureaus are located in Washington, D.C., New York and San Francisco.
Job: Administrative Associate – Showa Boston Institute of Language & Culture (Jamaica Plain, MA)
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Position: Administrative Associate
Posted by: Showa Boston Institute of Language & Culture
Location: Jamaica Plain, MA
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job via JETAASC:
Showa Boston Institute of Language & Culture
Job Description
Position: Administrative Associate
Reports to: Director of Student Services
Employment Status: Regular Full-Time
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Schedule: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Prepared by: Human Resources
BACKGROUND
Showa Boston Institute of Language and Culture is a residential academic institution for about 300 students established by Showa Women’s University in Tokyo in 1988. Its mission is to increase students’ English proficiency, to develop their cross-cultural awareness, and to foster their personal growth. The 40-acre campus rests on a hilltop overlooking the Boston skyline. At the heart of the campus are administrative offices, residences, a dining hall, and educational facilities.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Administrative Associate is the primary point of contact for students needing walk-in help from Student Services. The Associate will provide support for the Director and the Student Services team, and gather, update, and distribute data for the department. Support design and implementation of many activities, both on and off-campus.
Job: Program Coordinator (JET Program) – Consulate General of Japan (Los Angeles, CA, USA)
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Position: JET Program – Program Coordinator
Posted by: Consulate General of Japan, Los Angeles
Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job sent directly from the Consulate General of Japan, Los Angeles:
POSITION AVAILABLE: Program Coordinator (JET Program) Japan Information and Culture Center (JICC), Consulate General of Japan in Los Angeles
About the Job: Program coordination and administrative duties in the field of public diplomacy: the JET Program, event management, and general public outreach. The program coordinator reports to the Director of the JICC.
Duties:
- Coordinate all aspects of JET Program: recruitment, inquiries, selection, orientations, departure, etc.
- Plan and execute events independently and on a team: draft invitations and guest lists, create and maintain event logistics sheet, track RSVPs, budgeting, lead on-site coordination.
- Respond to public inquiries on public diplomacy issues.
- Assist in JICC administrative duties as required.
Job: Business Account Executive – Nippon Shokken U.S.A. Inc. (West Sacramento, CA, USA)
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Position: Business Account Executive
Posted by: Nippon Shokken U.S.A. Inc.
Location: West Sacramento, CA, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s another job sent from the Japan Local Government Center:
NIPPON SHOKKEN U.S.A. Inc. Corporate Profile
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Industry |
Food Manufacturing, distribution |
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Industry Category |
Food |
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Description of Business |
Manufacturing and Sales of Blended Sauce, Seasonings and food materials |
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Head Office Location |
West Sacramento, California |
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Plant Location (Newly built and started operation in 2013) |
West Sacramento, California |
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Date of Establishment |
September 5, 2006 |
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Annual Sales |
20 Million Dollars |
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Number of Employees |
100 |
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Group Headquarters (Parent Company) Nihon Shokken Holdings Co., Ltd. |
Ehime, Japan Group-wide Sales: 100 billion Yen (Fiscal Year of 2016年) |
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Web Site |
Job: Food Manufacturing Distributor – Nippon Shokken U.S.A. Inc. (West Sacramento, CA, USA)
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Position: Food Manufacturing Distributor
Posted by: Nippon Shokken U.S.A. Inc.
Location: West Sacramento, CA, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job received from the Japan Local Government Center:
NIPPON SHOKKEN U.S.A. Inc. Corporate Profile
| Industry | Food Manufacturing, distribution |
| Industry Category | Food |
| Description of Business | Manufacturing and Sales of Blended Sauce, Seasonings and food materials |
| Head Office Location | West Sacramento, California |
| Plant Location (Newly built and started operation in 2013) | West Sacramento, California |
| Date of Establishment | September 5, 2006 |
| Annual Sales | 20 Million Dollars |
| Number of Employees | 100 |
| Group Headquarters (Parent Company)
Nihon Shokken Holdings Co., Ltd. |
Ehime, Japan
Group-wide Sales: 100 billion Yen (Fiscal Year of 2016年) |
| Web Site | http://www.nihonshokken.co.jp |
Job: Translation Coordinator – International Foreign Students Association (Osaka, Japan)
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Position: Translation Coordinator
Posted by: International Foreign Students Association (IFSA)
Location: Osaka, Japan
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job received from International Foreign Students Association (IFSA): http://ifsa.jp/index.php?K1707
Company Profile
Business: Offshore data production, catalog / manual translation, system development / tool development, etc.
Capital: 20 million yen
Job Overview
Job Category: Translation coordinator
Required Careers and Skills:
- American English Native
- Japanese (N1)
- Translation experience
- University graduation
- Basic skills of Excel, Word
Conditions: Full-time
Location: Osaka
Annual Income: 3.5 million yen – 5 million yen
How to apply
Send email to “Shimizu” of IFSA at kokusai@ifsa.jp
Job: Research Assistant – Sasakawa Peace Foundation USA (Washington, D.C.)
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Position: Research Assistant
Posted by: Sasakawa Peace Foundation USA
Location: Washington, D.C.
Contract: Full-Time
Sasakawa USA is a 501c3 non-profit located in Washington, DC involved in U.S.-Japan relations, providing conferences and seminars, think tank analysis, people-to-people exchanges and coordination of high-level dialogue between the two countries. Sasakawa USA is independent from but works closely with our sister foundation in Tokyo, Sasakawa Peace Foundation.
The Research Assistant reports to the Director of Programs and is responsible for programs related to science, technology, cybersecurity, foreign policy, security, economics and trade, and other issues. The Research Assistant handles logistics for events, programs and publications, and reviews and edits some of those publications. The Research Assistant collaborates with vendors, partner organizations, and researchers to find and present new information within the U.S.-Japan relationship. The Research Assistant may also engineer podcasts produced by Sasakawa USA. The Research Assistant position is full-time, non-exempt, and available starting August, 2017.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Asian Studies, International Relations, History, or other research field.
- Demonstrated interest in the U.S.-Japan relationship
- Excellent English language writing, editing
- Research experience
- Well organized, flexible, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment
- Self-starter who enjoys working collaboratively with others
- Authorization to work in the United States
- Professional, “can do, will do” attitude
Job: Assistant for the Education Counselor – Embassy of Japan (Washington, D.C.)
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Position: Assistant for the Education Counselor
Posted by: Embassy of Japan
Location: Washington, D.C.
Contract: Full-Time
The Embassy of Japan is seeking a motivated individual to work with us as an Assistant for Education Counselor! Japanese language skills and teaching experience are preferred qualifications for this position, and this is a perfect opportunity for former JETs. If you are interested, please see details below and apply by July 21st.
The Embassy of Japan is seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented individual for the position of Assistant for the Education Counselor. This individual is primarily responsible for managing the schedules and activities of the Education Counselor and other diplomats in the Public Affairs 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 every other 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 $3,200 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. All successful candidates will be requested to submit their background check information.
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Job: .Net Developer – Computer Technologies Consultants (Herndon, VA)
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Position: .Net Developer
Posted by: Computer Technologies Consultants
Location: Herndon, VA
Contract: Full-Time
Please see below for a job opportunity for a Net Developer role for Computer Technologies Consultants, CTC, in the DC/NOVA area.
Information from the organization: What makes this role unique is that they need someone who can read, write, and speak Japanese. While language proficiency is definitely preferred, they would also consider candidates who have worked with a Japanese client as well and have a basic understanding of the language.”
Company Description
Our client is a nationally operated consultancy with a global reach that provides a unique mix of strategic business leaders, deep technical experience and creative business and technical solutions to deliver proven results to commercial and federal clients.They strive to create an empowered work environment where staff flourishes and clients receive
They strive to create an empowered work environment where staff flourishes and clients receive unparalleled service. They believe “What we do is who we are” as they provide world class expertise in areas of Management Consulting, Information Technology and Product Management. They have a proven track record establishing tailored, holistic, and integrated strategy solutions to address our client’s critical business objectives. Read More
Job: Social Studies Teacher – Keio Academy of New York (New York City, NY, USA)
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Position: Social Studies Teacher
Posted by: Keio Academy of New York
Location: New York City, NY
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job received directly from the school:
POSITION: FULL-TIME SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER
QUALIFICATIONS: Certified high school teacher with a Social Studies background strongly desired. Uncertified candidates with MS may also be considered. Experience in teaching ESL students is preferred, but not required.
STARTING DATE: September 1, 2017
COMPENSATION: Salary commensurate with education and experience. Health Insurance, 403B Pension Plan benefits
DEADLINE: Applications will be considered in order of arrival, until the position is filled.
職種：専任教員（社会）
応募資格：社会の高等学校教員免許を持つ者歓迎。または、社会分野のMS保持者、当該分野専攻にてESLの生徒を教えた経験者も歓迎。
勤務開始日：2017年9月1日
待遇：経験・能力等を考慮の上、本学院規定により決定。健康保険完備。確定拠出年金生徒あり。
選考方法：到着した応募書類に対して順次行い、採用が決定するまで行なう。
The contact information for submitting a cover letter and resume is somu@keio.edu.
