Job: Broadcast Coordinator for Japanese Translation Unit – TVT (West London, UK)
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Position: Broadcast Coordinator for Japanese Translation Unit
Posted by: TVT
Location: West London, UK
Contract: Full-Time
TVT works with the world’s broadcasters and content owners to create, manage, deliver and discover content. We offer a range of managed services or software as a service (SaaS) including sophisticated compliance and localisation versioning.
Established in 1994, TVT has grown rapidly into a global media organisation with offices in London, Tokyo, Singapore, Sydney and a software development centre in Krakow. From these strategically placed locations we can move content seamlessly across the world to any platform. Our clients include some of the world’s best known broadcasters and platforms and we take pride in delivering excellence.
As a Broadcast Coordinator you will play a vital role in ensuring the overall success of the Japanese Service of BBC World News. The role focuses on the day to day running of the Japanese studio in London, while reporting to the London based Operations Manager. In addition to key duties such as monitoring of Japanese audio output and operation of broadcast systems, the Broadcast Coordinator is responsible for local staff coordination, administration and operational reports.
Out of hours response for broadcast and operational issues is required for this role. Read More
Job: Reservations and Sales Associate – Amnet (New York City, New York)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, an ALT currently living in Toyota City. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Reservations and Sales Associate [Inbound and Asia Division]
Posted by: Amnet
Location: New York City, NY
Contract: Full-Time
If you are interested in travel, have excellent people skills, and like working in a Japanese company environment, definitely consider Amnet New York as a great job opportunity. With an already strong Japanese clientele base, Amnet is looking to expand their name, brand and services to the American market as well as other Asian markets including the Philippines, Singapore and Malaysia.
Job Description:
- Arrange air tickets, hotels, transportation, making appointments, and coordinating tours
- Use the online reservation system GDS
- Respond to inquiries from clients
- Negotiate sales with airlines, hotels and other tour operators
- Sales calls to local and out of state corporate companies/clients
- Communicate with clients
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements/Preferences:
- U.S. Work Permit Required
- Native-level English speaking and writing skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency especially Word, Excel and Publisher
- Japanese language skills preferred
- Familiarity to Japanese customs and culture preferred
- Bachelor Degree required
Application Process: Interested applicants, please send a resume and cover letter to hr@amnet-usa.com.
Job: Finance Manager – Isamu Noguchi Foundation and Garden Museum (Queens, New York)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, an ALT currently living in Toyota City. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Finance Manager
Posted by: Isamu Noguchi Foundation and Garden Museum
Location: Long Island City, Queens, New York
Contract: Full-Time
The Noguchi Museum – chartered as The Isamu Noguchi Foundation and Garden Museum – was founded and designed by the acclaimed Japanese-American artist Isamu Noguchi (1904-1988) for the display of his life’s work. Opened in 1985 and located in the vibrant neighborhood of Long Island City, Queens, the Museum is housed in a converted industrial building and is itself considered to be one of Noguchi’s greatest works. Today, the mission of the Museum is to advance the understanding and appreciation of Noguchi’s art and legacy. It manages the world’s most extensive collection of Noguchi’s sculptures, works on paper, architectural models, and designs, in addition to his complete archives. Through its rich collection, exhibitions, and programming, the Museum facilitates scholarship and learning for audiences of all ages and backgrounds.
The Isamu Noguchi Foundation and Garden Museum seeks a Finance Manager. Reporting to the Director, the Finance Manager will oversee and maintain the financial operations of the Museum; provide the Museum’s management with reports and analysis of the Museum’s work; and develop procedures and standard to maintain the financial wellbeing of the Museum. The Finance Manager will work with all Museum departments as well as with outside auditors and funding agencies concerned with the Museum’s finances. Read More
Job: Programs and Events Intern – The Congressional Study Group on Japan (Washington, D.C.)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, an ALT currently living in Toyota City. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Programs and Events Intern
Posted by: Congressional Study Group on Japan
Location: Washington D.C., USA
Contract: Part-Time
The Congressional Study Group on Japan seeks a highly-qualified intern to assist in event planning and program administration for our bipartisan, non-advocacy legislative exchanges, consisting of regular roundtables on Capitol Hill, as well as study tour opportunities for Members of Congress and senior congressional staff abroad.
Learning Opportunities Include:
- Improving project management and event coordination skills by assisting with the planning and coordination of Washington, DC-based roundtables, domestic study tours for foreign policymakers, and preparation for 2017 international study tours for US policymakers;
- Strengthening a clear and concise writing style for drafting invitations and narrative reflections following internal programs;
- Creatively generating content for our website, Facebook, Twitter;
- Capitalizing on educational and networking opportunities by attending internal and external events with current and former Members of Congress, congressional staff, ambassadors, and administration officials when appropriate;
- And, using Japanese language skills in a professional environment.
Job: Various Positions – Keiro Northwest (Seattle, Washington, USA)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, an ALT currently living in Toyota City. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Various Positions
Posted by: Keiro Northwest
Location: Seattle, Washington, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Keiro Northwest (formerly Nikkei Concerns) is a leading provider of health and wellness services in the Pacific Northwest, that embraces an increasingly diverse community while honoring our Japanese American heritage and history has just updated their list of full time, part time and on-call positions.
Please click here for a complete list of current positions available.
Job: Executive Assistant – Consulate-General of Japan (Seattle, Washington, USA)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, an ALT currently living in Toyota City. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Executive Assistant
Posted by: Consulate-General of Japan
Location: Seattle, Washington, USA
Contract: Full-Time
The Executive Assistant will perform a variety of secretarial projects and duties including speech and correspondence writing, scheduling, research, event planning, etc. Excellent command of written and spoken English, computer skills, flexibility, and diligence required. Japanese language ability preferred.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with the writing and proofreading of communication materials such as speeches, correspondence, social media, and website content.
- Event planning for large and small official events.
- Provide general administration and office support.
Requirements:
- Native English speaker with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Japanese language ability preferred.
- Editorial experience.
- Strong planning skills with the ability to multi-task and manage competing demands.
- Ability to focus in a fast-paced and changeable environment.
- Can demonstrate a high level of computer literacy (including Word, PowerPoint and Excel).
- Ability to make visitors feel welcome in the office.
- Hard-working, diligent, dedicated, focused, friendly and cooperative.
Application Process: Submit resume and cover letter by June 15, 2016, to:
Job: English Instructor – K&F English Academy (Japan)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, an ALT currently living in Toyota City. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: English Instructor
Posted by: K&F English Academy
Location: Hiroshima Japan
Contract: Full-Time
K&F English Academy is now seeking a special individual to join our teaching staff: an individual who is not only a friendly and effective English instructor, but is also interesting and a talented individual who now wants to offer an energetic contribution to a dynamic western owned organization.
K&F English Academy is a thriving language school located in picturesque Takehara and Mihara, cities in western Japan, bounded by mountains and the sea. Although the major city attractions (and great historical interest) of Hiroshima are just an hour away, Takehara and Mihara themselves are mid-size cities and so offers all the personal challenges and rewards of an “immersion experience” in traditional Japan. K&F English Academy has for the past twenty years maintained two language schools with lively and creative educational programs, teaching small classes for a range of ages (from small children to adults) as well as organizing an occasional extracurricular activities (Halloween & Christmas parties, barbecues, etc.) for schools, companies and community participants. Read More
Job: Program Assistant – Japan Center for International Exchange USA (New York, USA)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, an ALT currently living in Toyota City. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Program Assistant
Posted by: Japan Center for International Exchange USA
Location: New York, USA
Contract: Full-Time
The Japan Center for International Exchange (JCIE/USA) is a leading nonprofit organization in the field of US-Japan relations that conducts international political exchanges and fosters dialogue between policymakers and policy researchers on both sides of the Pacific. JCIE/USA is seeking a full-time program assistant for its small New York office to assist in program management and support office administration. The job requires considerable flexibility and organization.
Responsibilities:
- Program Support (approx. 40% of time)
- Assist with coordinating exchange programs, study projects, and conferences related to international affairs
- Assist with ad hoc background research on US-Japan relations and other topics relevant to JCIE programs
- Correspond with donors, participants, partner organizations, vendors, and other parties necessary for program management
- Help keep track of grant budgets
- Make necessary travel and logistical arrangements
- Help write grant proposals, reports, and other program-related communications
- IT & Website (approx. 30% of time)
- Manage internal IT system (server, office network, etc.)
- Work with IT providers
- Maintain office database systems
- Help to oversee and implement website updates (basic html coding skills a plus)
- Office Administration & Communications (approx. 30% of time)
- Assist with email newsletters, website content writing, etc.
- Handle incoming calls, oversee office circulations, and light filing
Job: ESL Teacher (Elementary) – Seigakuin Atlanta International School (Georgia, USA)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, an ALT currently living in Toyota City. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Elementary (1st-6th Grade) ESL Teacher
Posted by: Seigakuin Atlanta International School
Location: Atlanta, GA
Contract: Part-Time
A small private school is seeking an experienced 1st-6th grade teacher to teach in our English-Japanese bilingual program. ESL part-time teacher position (12 hours/wk, 3 days a week). TESOL certificate plus ESL classroom teaching experience required.
Please send your resume and cover letter to employment@seigakuin.us.
Job: Program Manager – Japan ICU Foundation (New York, USA)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, an ALT currently living in Toyota City. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Program Manager
Posted by: Japan ICU Foundation
Location: New York City, NY
Contract: Full-Time
Reporting to the Executive Director and working closely with the Director of Communications, the Program Manager will work cross functionally to successfully administer JICUF’s grants, scholarships and programs. The Program Manager will respond to additional responsibilities as they arise.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Grants
- Lead in the solicitation of grant applications from ICU faculty and students.
- Review incoming letters of inquiry, invite submission of full proposals to eligible applicants and compile documentation for internal staff review and Grants Committee review.
- Inform applicants of Grant Committee’s funding decision, and arrange for transfer of grant funding to ICU.
- Compile reports from grantees on usage of funds and coordinate with the Director of Communications to publicize results.
- Scholarships
- Conduct research into scholarship best practices.
- Participate in strategic review of JICUF scholarships.
- Programs
- Help plan and implement Global Link and Rethinking Peace Studies, JICUF’s two flagship programs.
Qualifications:
- We are seeking an upbeat person willing to work within a creative, collaborative and agile team.
- The applicant must have an undergraduate degree.
- Minimum of three years of work experience, preferably within a foundation, non-profit organization or university.
- Must be an excellent communicator, including impeccable writing skills.
- Should be aware of trends within international higher education and philanthropy.
- Must have a familiarity with and cultural awareness of Japan.
Salary and Benefits: The position comes with a competitive salary and benefits package.
Application Process: Application instructions can be found here http://www.jicuf.org/job-opportunities/
Job: Reporter/Researcher – The Yomiuri Shimbun (New York, USA)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, an ALT currently living in Toyota City. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Reporter/Researcher
Posted by: The Yomiuri Shimbun
Location: New York, USA
Contract: Full-Time
The Yomiuri Shimbun is Japan’s largest daily newspaper. We are headquartered in Tokyo and have 26 international bureaus, three of which are in the United States: New York, Washington, and Los Angeles.
Website: http://www.yomiuri.co.jp/
Website in English: http://www.yomiuri.co.jp/dy/
Applicants must be prepared to work occasional overtime. This is a full-time position. Compensation includes medical/dental benefits, and 401(k).
Qualifications:
- Applicants must have a strong interest in current affairs.
- An interest in journalism combined with attention to accuracy and the ability to multitask effectively under deadline is required.
- Applicants should already be based in New York region
Description: Main duties involve assisting Japanese correspondents by covering events, tracking relevant stories, arranging and conducting interviews, doing research, etc. Applicant may also be required to work various news areas (national politics, diplomacy, New York area stories, national news, business, sports, etc.) as the situation warrants. Rapid and precise transcription ability is also required.
Application Procedure: Please email cover letter and resume to Makoto Yoshiikee (New York, Bureau Chief, Yomiuri Shimbun) at yominy2016@gmail.com. No phone calls, please. Applicants must be available for in-person interview.
Job: Secretary for Consul-General and Deputy Consul-General of Japan – Consulate-General of Japan at Houston (Texas, USA)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, an ALT currently living in Toyota City. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Secretary for Consul-General and Deputy Consul-General of Japan
Posted by: Consulate-General of Japan at Houston
Location: Houston, Texas, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Benefits: Paid vacation, medical/dental insurance, US federal and some Japanese national holidays
Working Hours: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday (some evenings and weekends required for special events and receptions)
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Management of daily schedules for Consul-General and Deputy Consul-General including R.S.V.P for invitations and car arrangement.
- Making appointments, reservations and assisting CG and DCG with correspondences
- Receptions/dinners/lunches hosted by the Consul-General; preparing guest lists, mailing invitations, collecting R.S.V.P.’s, preparing nametags and flowers etc.
- Preparing and sending letters/cards from CG and DCG.
- Other administrative duties and assisting CG and DCG with day-to-day work.
Required Qualifications:
- US citizen or US permanent residency holders
- Strong English language speaking and writing skills
- Strong organizational, administrative, and communication skills
- Strong computer skills. Must be proficient in common software, including Microsoft Office Suite.
- Knowledge and experience with secretarial work (preferable)
- Knowledge of Japan and Japanese culture (preferable)
Application Process: Interested candidates should mail, fax, or e-mail their resume and cover letter to Ms. Jaclyn Clark (Fax: (713) 651-7822, E-mail: Jaclyn.clark@ho.mofa.go.jp). Deadline for submission is Monday May 30, 2016. Please do not call with regard to your application status.
Job: External Affairs Manager for U.S. Government Affairs – American Chamber of Commerce in Japan (Tokyo, Japan)
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Position: External Affairs Manager for U.S. Government Affairs
Posted by: American Chamber of Commerce in Japan
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Contract: Temporary
The American Chamber of Commerce in Japan is searching for a Temporary External Affairs Manager for U.S. Government Affairs (EAM USG) who will support the ACCJ in handling matters related to the U.S. Government (USG) for the ACCJ for a 3-4 month period between July-October 2016.
Responsibility:
- USG Relations (information exchange, meetings, Washington, D.C. Doorknock-related briefings, USG Briefings, Embassy Liaison Program, etc.)
- Gatekeeper for engagement with US Government
- Administration of the Advocacy Review Process (for any policy positions taken or official public statements made by the ACCJ)
Specific Areas of Responsibility Include:
- Provide information, analysis and advice to ACCJ members on Chamber advocacy generally, USG policies and activities that affect their business interests in Japan;
- Identify opportunities for ACCJ input into USG activities, such as Congressional hearings, public comment and other written or personal testimony;
- Ensure the effectiveness of the “influence” segment of ACCJ activities, recognized as one of the three primary membership benefits, in the following ways, among others;
- Facilitate the communication and incorporation of ACCJ views into USG policy toward Japan;
- Help refine the expression of ACCJ policy views through the Advocacy Review Process;
- Organize and manage meetings, lunches and other events that will facilitate communications between ACCJ leaders and USG representatives;
- Provide input and advice to the Executive Director, other members of the staff (as necessary) and of the Chamber, regarding their engagement as representatives of the ACCJ with government officials and other key stakeholders.
Other:
- The preferred candidate is a native-English speaker with excellent English writing abilities. Business Japanese language ability is preferred.
- The EAM USG uses the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and FileMaker Pro on a daily basis.
- Masters degree preferred.
Application Process: To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to asmith@accj.or.jp.
Job: External Affairs Coordinator for U.S. Government Affairs – American Chamber of Commerce in Japan (Tokyo, Japan)
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Position: External Affairs Coordinator for U.S. Government Affairs
Posted by: American Chamber of Commerce in Japan
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Contract: Full-Time
The American Chamber of Commerce in Japan is looking for someone excited to develop skills in the area of policy or government affairs. This person would work with the External Affairs Manager for U.S. Government Affairs in the execution of the ACCJ’s advocacy work by providing content-related, logistical, and administrative support.
Other responsibilities include but are not limited to monitoring U.S.government related news and periodically briefing members and staff on critical issues, drafting public communications, proofreading and editing advocacy documents, tracking the rotation of U.S. Embassy officials, and updating and maintaining the ACCJ External Affairs database.
The EAC must work under tight deadlines, manage multiple tasks and make frequent contact with business leaders and government officials. This requires strong attention to detail, excellent organizational and communications skills, and the ability to maintain good humor and a positive attitude.
Established in 1948 by representatives of 40 American firms, the ACCJ, a fully independent chamber of commerce, has grown into the most influential foreign business organization in Japan, with approximately 3,000 members representing over 40 countries and 1,000 companies. A non-profit organization with over 60 committees that produced over 30 advocacy documents in 2015, working for the ACCJ requires a strategic mindset and great attention to detail. Successful employees gain experience with Japan’s greatest international business and policy network. Read More
Job: Associate TV News Producer/Researcher – Nippon Television (Washington, DC)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, an ALT currently living in Toyota City. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Associate TV News Producer/Researcher
Posted by: Nippon Television – Washington DC News Bureau
Location: Washington, DC
Contract: Full-Time
Nippon Television is one of the largest commercial broadcasters in Japan. The Washington DC News Bureau is responsible for covering political affairs in the United States for our Japanese audience.
As a producer, you will be responsible for monitoring and summarizing political news and information from Washington and beyond. This would include attending press briefings, monitoring daily news sources, researching various news media for interesting stories, setting up interviews, and in-house recording. You would assist reporters in creating daily news stories and long term feature stories which are sent to Tokyo for national broadcast.
The ideal candidate would be conversational in Japanese, have good organizational skills, and have strong knowledge of political and international affairs.
Application Deadline: Friday June 3rd, 2016
Application Instructions: Interested candidates should send their resume to nippontvdc@gmail.com. No telephone calls, please.
