May 29

Job: Personal Assistant/Concierge – 2 Places at 1 Time (Washington, DC)

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Position: Personal Assistant/Concierge
Posted by: 2 Places at 1 Time
Location: Washington, DC
Contract: Part-Time

A job opening is available for a personal assistant/concierge for busy professionals in Washington, DC! This is currently a 2-5 hours per week position, but hours may increase. For more information, please see below.

https://www.ziprecruiter.com/jobs/2-places-at-1-time-inc-536b8ac0/part-time-personal-assistant-concierge-70ca5585

May 29

Job: Assistant Program Director – InsideAsia Tours (Yale University)

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Position: Assistant Program Director
Posted by: InsideAsia Tours
Location: Yale University
Contract: Full-Time

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May 29

Job: Japan Specialist, Travel Consultant – InsideAsia Tours (Brisbane, Australia)

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Position: Japan Specialist, Travel Consultant
Posted by: InsideAsia Tours
Location: Brisbane, Australia
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job sent directly from the company:

Japan experts wanted in Australia!

Now currently hiring Travel Consultants for our Australian office in Brisbane

InsideAsia Tours are now recruiting expert Travel Consultants for our InsideJapan brand in our new Australia office in Brisbane. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone with good knowledge of Japan, and a passion to design and sell amazing holidays to our clients in those countries.

For full details and to apply, please click here

The following dates apply:

Australian office vacancy

For start date of August 2017

* Applications close: 16th June 2017

* Interviews: Late June/early July 2017

May 29

Job: Liaison Officer – Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (Berkeley, CA, USA)

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Position: Liaison Officer
Posted by: Japan Society for the Promotion of Science
Location: Berkeley, CA, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job received directly from the company:

San Francisco Office

2001 Addison Street, Berkeley, CA  94704  Tel: 510.665.1890  Fax: 510.665.1891

The Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS), San Francisco Office, a non-profit organization, is seeking a full-time Liaison Officer.

JSPS is the largest basic research funding agency in Japan. It operates under the auspices of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology (MEXT) with the mission of advancing research in all fields of the sciences, humanities, and social sciences.

The JSPS San Francisco Office (located in Berkeley, CA) was established in May 2003 to promote and facilitate international research collaboration between Japan and the Western United States, Canada, and Latin America.

For more information about JSPS and the JSPS San Francisco Office, please visit our websites:

http://www.jsps.go.jp/english/index.html

http://www.jspsusa-sf.org/

The Liaison Officer is the sole local staff member at the San Francisco Office and aids JSPS in dealings with institutions and local entities at all levels, from researchers to vendors.

The ideal candidate is dedicated to the mission of the JSPS San Francisco Office and can balance a variety of different roles in pursuit of the mission. The Liaison Officer must be highly adaptable, with strong cultural and communicative competence, and skilled at negotiation between Japanese and US entities. Knowledge of Japanese work culture is a must; Japanese language ability desirable.

This is an excellent opportunity to work with a dynamic group of individuals, while learning about the higher education and research systems in Japan and the US. Read More

May 25

Job: ESL Teacher and Host Family Recruiter – YFU USA (Washington, DC)

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Position: ESL Teacher and Host Family Recruiter
Posted by: YFU USA
Location: Washington, DC
Contract: Full-Time

1. ESL Teacher (teaches short-term program participants in DC)
2. Host Family Recruiter

May 25

Job: Global Education Advisor (Mathematics) – Sapporo Kaisei Secondary School (Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan)

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Position: Global Education Advisor (Mathematics)
Posted by: Sapporo Kaisei Secondary School
Location: Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to JET alumna Claudette Chan (Ehime-ken) for the following job opening:

Sapporo Kaisei Secondary School is seeking a teacher to join its staff from October 2017. The school is a six-year (combined junior high and high) school. It is a fully accredited International Baccalaureate (IB) World School that offers the Middle Years Programme (MYP) to its students. It is aiming to progress into offering the IB Diploma Programme (DP) from April 2019. The aim of this school is to produce self-motivated problem solving lifelong learners through an inquiry-based curriculum.

We are advertising for a Mathematics teacher to teach classes full time from April 2018. However, successful applicants will be employed for a six-month paid training period from October 2017, with conditions similar to the Japan Exchange Teaching (JET) Programme. He or she will have time to adapt to the school, write teaching programs and assist with other classes. Should the successful applicant demonstrate the ability to teach independently at the school, the teacher will be employed from April 2018 on annual-based contracts with the Sapporo City Board of Education. Candidates who display exceptional performance may renew their annual contracts up to four times, for a maximum of 5 years. Read More

May 20

Job: Chemistry Teacher – Keio Academy of New York (New York City, NY, USA)

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Position: Chemistry Teacher
Posted by: Keio Academy of New York
Location: New York City, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job received directly from the school:

POSITION: FULL-TIME SCIENCE TEACHER (CHEMISTRY)

To teach two honors sections of 10th grade general chemistry and one section of 12th grade advanced chemistry.

QUALIFICATIONS: Certified high school chemistry teacher strongly desired. Uncertified candidates with a Master’s Degree may also be considered. Experience in teaching ESL students is preferred, but not required. Strong teamwork skills and flexibility are strongly desired.

STARTING DATE: September 2017

COMPENSATION: Salary commensurate with education and experience. Benefits Package (including health insurance and 403B pension plan)

DEADLINE: Applications will be considered in order of arrival, until the position is filled. Potential applicants should email their resumes and cover letters to somu@keio.edu.

職種:専任教員(化学)

May 20

Job: Freelance Creative Writers – Voltage Entertainment USA (San Francisco, CA, USA)

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Position: Freelance Creative Writers
Posted by: San Francisco, CA, USA
Location: Voltage Entertainment USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to JET alumna Alyssa Hoey (Aomori-ken) for the following job opening:

Job description

Voltage Entertainment USA is looking for freelance creative writers that are interested in creating interactive romantic fiction. Writer will primarily be responsible for writing script content for the AmeMix series of Romantic Visual Novels based on plot outlines provided by the internal production team.

Essential Duties

• The writer will write script content based on plot outlines and character information provided by the production team
• The writer will revise and edit content based on feedback from production team

Required Skills

• Strong creative writing ability
• Experience writing romantic content
• Ability to write at least 30,000 words of story content per month
• Thorough understanding of English grammar
• Attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills

Samples

• Please submit a resume and a writing sample demonstrating strong dialogue and characterization to scripts@voltage-ent.com

May 20

Job: Chief Development Officer – Japan Society (New York City, New York)

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Position: Chief Development Officer
Posted by: Japan Society
Location: New York City, New York
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job received directly from the firm:

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

Established in 1907, New York’s Japan Society is an internationally recognized nonprofit, nonpolitical organization with the goal of cultivating a constructive, resonant, and dynamic relationship between the people of the U.S. and Japan. Japan Society deepens the mutual understanding between the two nations through innovative programs in arts and culture, public policy, business, language, and education.

Japan Society has evolved into a world-class, multidisciplinary hub for global leaders, artists, scholars, educators, and English and Japanese-speaking audiences. At the Society, more than 100 events each year feature sophisticated, topically relevant presentations of Japanese art and culture, and open, critical dialogue on issues of vital importance to the U.S., Japan, and East Asia.

Activities at Japan Society are set against a stunning backdrop of indoor gardens, a reflecting pool, and a waterfall. Facilities include a 262-seat theater, art gallery, language center, library, and conference rooms. Japan Society’s landmark building, located near the United Nations, was designed by architect Junzo Yoshimura and opened in 1971 as the first building in New York City by a leading Japanese architect.

Since 2009, Japan Society has been under the leadership of Motoatsu Sakurai, who previously served as Ambassador and Consul General of Japan in New York after a successful 40 year business career.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:

The Chief Development Officer will lead, manage, and build Japan Society’s development efforts for corporate, foundation, individual, and member giving. He/she is responsible for the overall vision and strategy for fundraising including shaping and implementing the organization’s short- and long-term fundraising goals to secure revenue of $7 million annually. He/she will maintain and steward the current corporate giving base while also identifying and cultivating major individual giving donors for a more holistic fundraising portfolio.

The Chief Development Officer will work closely with the President of Japan Society, the Vice President of Finance and Administration, the Board of Directors, and the Program Directors on fundraising initiatives to skillfully guide the organization into its next era of growth.

The Chief Development Officer will report to the President, serve as a member of the senior team, and oversee a Development staff of 12. Read More

May 16

Job: Administrative and Research Assistant – Sojitz Corporation of America (Washington, D.C.)

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Position: Administrative and Research Assistant
Posted by: Sojitz Corporation of America
Location: Washington, DC
Contract: Full-Time

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Wage/Salary: Depends on Experience

Start: ASAP

Description: Sojitz Corporation of America (SCA) is a U.S. subsidiary of Sojitz Corporation, an integrated Japanese trade and investment company with over 100 offices throughout the world. Sojitz conducts trade and investments in a wide array of products and services. The Washington office is a small research arm that supports the company by providing analysis for business and overseas departments. http://sojitzamericas.com/

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May 16

Job: Resident Faculty – Keio Academy of New York (New York, NY, USA)

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Position: Resident Faculty (Dormitory Supervisor)
Posted by: Keio Academy of New York
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job received directly from the school:

POSITION:

Full-Time Resident Faculty (Dormitory Supervisor) for Boy’s Residence Hall/Girl’s Residence Hall

QUALIFICATION:Must have bachelor’s degree. Must reside on campus. Several years of experience at educational institutions preferred. Education background is a plus.

Must have bachelor’s degree. Must reside on campus. Several years of experience at educational institutions preferred. Education background is a plus.

Possibility to teach 4 (four) classes of Independent Living Skill per week as a part of job responsibilities of the position. For teaching ILS, licensed Home Economics teacher or certified Manual Training/PE& Health Science/Business major person is preferred.

STARTING DATE: August 23, 2017

COMPENSATION: Salary commensurate with education and experience. Health Insurance and 403B Pension Plan benefits will be provided after three month probation period.

DEADLINE: Applications will be considered in order of arrival, until the position is filled.

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May 15

Job: Administrative Staff – Keio Academy of New York (New York, NY, USA)

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Position: Administrative Staff
Posted by: Keio Academy of New York
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job received directly from the school:

POSITTION: Administrative Staff (Full-time)

STARTING DATE: from August 1st, 2017

WORKING HOURS: 9:00AM to 5:00PM (One hour lunch break). It is subject to change including early morning, overtime, or weekends, depend on the situation and business needs

DUTIES: Public Relations/Event Coordination and general administrative duties (Duties may vary based on the school’s business needs.)

1) Press release and communication, media relations, production, event coordination, website maintenance and other public relation projects

2) Office front desk services, telephone correspondences, mail/package sorting, proof readings of English documents, data input/processing, and other general administrative tasks

QUALIFICATION: Must have bachelor’s degree and or above

English and Japanese Bilingual (English native speaker is preferable)

English proof reading skill

Microsoft Office(Word, Excel, Power point, Access)

Desk Top Production (including editing) project experienced

Administration work experienced

Interested in website maintenance, public relation and communications and outreach activities.

COMPENSATION: Salary commensurate with education and experience. Health Insurance, 403B Pension Plan benefits

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May 15

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

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

Here’s a job received directly from the newspaper:

Salary: £14,400 (annually), transportation expenses

Start date: July /August 2017

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 3-4 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 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, it should not be your principal reason for applying for this position.

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 Japanese correspondent with any language difficulties they may have and help them to handle the administration of moving to a new country;
• Answer phone calls and manage office administration.

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May 15

Job: Staff Reporter (Foreign Affairs) – The Asahi Shimbun (Washington D.C., USA)

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Position: Staff Reporter (Foreign Affairs)
Posted by: The Asahi Shimbun
Location: Washington, D.C., USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job received directly from the company:

Salary: $34,800 to $37,200

The Asahi Shimbun is Japan’s leading national daily newspaper. Based in Tokyo, it has a circulation of nearly seven million. Its North American bureaus are located in New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred). Background in foreign affairs and American politics is highly desirable.  Interest in East Asia preferred.  Japanese language is highly preferred.

Description

Duties include assisting our Washington-based correspondents with articles by conducting thorough background research, attending press briefings at the White House and other government agencies, gathering news and views, arranging interviews, and closely following developments in the area of foreign affairs and politics. Some administrative support, such as transcribing interviews and other assignments, is also required.

Some domestic travel may be required. This is a reporting position with no article-writing or byline opportunities. Competitive benefit package includes overtime pay, excellent medical/dental benefits, commuting expenses, and 401(k).  Position will be available immediately.

Requirement

Cover letter, resume, 2 recommendation letters.

Application Procedure

Please email the required documents to the email address below.

No clips or phone calls, please.

Contact Information

May 14

Job: Program Manager – The Japan-America Society of Washington DC (Washington, D.C., USA)

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Position: Program Manager for Japan Bowl and the Japanese Language Public Relations
Posted by: The Japan-America Society of Washington DC
Location: Washington, D.C., USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to JET alumni Marc Hitzig (Niigata-ken) for the following job opening:

The Japan-America Society of Washington DC is seeking a Program Manager for Japan Bowl and the Japanese Language Public Relations.  The position will be under the direction of the Japan Bowl Director, and the responsibilities are to assist the director in the planning and managing of Japan Bowl.  The successful candidate will be expected to have a strong understanding of English and Japanese and writing skills of both languages (JLPT level N2 or higher), demonstrate leadership, initiative, and organizational skills.

The Japan-America Society has a special responsibility to the next generation of Americans, to help them learn about Japan as a country of its language, its history and culture, and its relationship with the United States.  For 25 years, Japan America Society Washington DC has been sponsoring National Japan Bowl.  It is an academic competition that tests the achievements of high school students who are studying the Japanese language and about Japan.  Every year over 250 students and teachers from around the United States participate in Japan Bowl.

Please visit the link below to find the job description.

http://www.jaswdc.org/open-position-program-manager-of-japan-bowl-japanese-language-public-relations/

If you are interested, please send a cover letter & resume to Marc Hitzig, Executive Director at mhitzig@jaswdc.org