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Position: Freelance/Contract Writer
Posted by: USJETAA
Location: Remote
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Jessyca Livingston (Hokkaido, 2003-2006) for passing along the following job opening.

USJETAA is seeking a freelancer to write and publish a monthly article that showcases and highlights JETs and alumni who contribute in innovative ways- both personally and professionally- to the US-Japan relationship. All work should be previously unpublished. Monthly articles should range between 1,000 to 1,800 words and be conversational for a targeted audience of future and current JETs, alumni, and stakeholders. Articles will preferably include photos, video, or other copyright-free visual media sourced by the freelance writer either independently or through the interview process from the subject (with written permission for use).

Articles will be branded as USJETAA publications and will be disseminated through our newsletter, social media platforms, website blog posts, and other appropriate distribution channels including JETAA Chapters and AJET.

Rights Purchased: 365-day exclusivity and non-exclusive perpetual rights.

Application Process: Send your resume and cover letter to Jessyca at <contact@usjetaa.org>.

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Position: JET Program Processing Staff
Posted by: Embassy of Japan in the U.S.
Location: Washington, DC, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to The Embassy of Japan in the U.S. for passing along the following job opening.

Description:
The JET Program Office at the Embassy of Japan is seeking Processing Staff for the 2025 JET Application processing season. Processing staff will have the opportunity to learn more about the JET Program from an administrative perspective. This is a temporary position from November 1 to December 23, 2024 (start and end dates are flexible). This is an in-person position based out of our office at the Embassy of Japan in Washington, D.C. The end date is subject to change. Application deadline is October 24th, 2024.

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 of documents

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Position: Business Development and Communication Lead
Posted by: Kreston ProWorks Corp.
Location: Hybrid; Akasaka, Tokyo, Japan
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Kreston ProWorks Corp. for passing along the following job opening.

Kreston ProWorks Corp., www.krestonproworks.com is an International Accounting, Payroll, Tax and Business Support firm with its office in Akasaka, Tokyo with a team of 40 + people operating since 2007 as a member of KRESTON GLOBAL, an international advisory and accountancy network with over 750 offices in 110 countries around the world. www.kreston.com

Our services range from market entry, company formation, visa and license support to outsourcing services including accounting, payroll, HR solutions, tax advisory and compliance, professional resources and transactional advisory including M&A and risk advisory for foreign-owned and operated companies in Japan.

There are four main service departments:
• Company Secretarial & Client Services
• Accounting & Financial Services
• Payroll & Labor Compliance Services and HR Solutions
• Tax Compliance & Advisory Services

Our focus going forward is on our people, their professional and personal well-being. That is why we are looking for people who would like to be a part of creating an evolving working environment to enable our team members to thrive both professionally and personally. All our team members communicate both in English and Japanese.

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Position: Japanese to English Technical Translator
Posted by: JET Patent and IP Translations
Location: Remote; Boise, Idaho, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Leanna Marquart (Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture, 2016-2017) for passing along the following job opening.

We are a small translation team always recruiting bilingual talent. We translate Japanese and Korean texts and specialize in patents, IP, and legal documents. Experience is not necessary as we have a rigorous training program, but we are looking for individuals for which technical translation is their long-term career of choice, who will commit at least 3 years to the position. Pay begins at an hourly base pay and increases to a per-word rate according to a defined pay scale based on performance metrics. Totally remote position. You commit your availability and hours and we fill it. If you are bilingual in any of Japanese, Korean, or Chinese, and choose professional translation as your career, please apply.

Any technical or scientific background/education is a major plus!

Application Process: Send your cover letter and resume to <projects@jettranslations.com>.

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Position: Marketing Specialist
Posted by: JET Patent and IP Translations
Location: Remote; Boise, Idaho, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Leanna Marquart (Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture, 2016-2017) for passing along the following job opening.

Looking for an individual skilled in marketing who can provide value for a small-business boutique East-Asian language translation company seeking to expand its client base, which consists uniquely of patent law firms and their attorneys/paralegals. This individual must be comfortable with paving new ground and have the confidence and creativity to propose marketing decisions to management. You’ll be helping us enter new territory and build our marketing foundation!

This position will be responsible for:

• maintaining social media presence and marketing campaigns on platforms such as LinkedIn to promote our team’s strengths and proprietary tools
• keeping our website language up-to-date and relevant
• working with the sales team in effectively reaching our intended audience of attorneys and law firms in the online space

Part time with potential to grow to full-time.

Looking specifically for JET alums, Other JETs work for the company/organization, JET-relevant job.

Application Process: Send your cover letter and resume to <projects@jettranslations.com>.

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Position: Local Staff, Finance Division
Posted by: Consulate General of Japan in New York
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Joseph Meringolo (Fukushima-ken, 2014-2017) for passing along the following job opening.

The Consulate General of Japan in New York is currently seeking to hire a local employee in the Finance Division. To apply, please submit the required documents (see 6. below) to the e-mail address below by November 7, 2024. For more details, please see the recruitment guide below.

1. Work hours:
a. Monday through Friday (except holidays), 9:15 am to 6:00 pm (1 hour lunch break)
b. Leave system: Weekends off (Sat. and Sun.), days the consulate is closed, and annual paid vacations.
c. Benefits and compensation: Approximately $50,000 per year, determined based on education, work experience and other qualifications. Medical and dental insurance coverage available (with some self-payment)
d. Place of work: Consulate-General of Japan in New York

2. Date of adoption: December 2024 (tentative schedule)

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Position: Custom Programs Resident Director
Posted by: CET Academic Programs
Location: Osaka, Japan
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Stephanie Villanueva for passing along the following job opening.

The Custom Programs Resident Director (CPRD) will plan and implement customized programs developed specifically for various universities in the United States. The initial assignment will be for one term with a possible extension based on upcoming enrollment and satisfactory performance.

Attributes of the ideal CPRD candidate are strong leadership skills, flexibility, dedication, and enthusiasm for working with students and for cross-cultural exchanges. Candidates are advised that this is a time-consuming, challenging position.

CPRD responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Program Operations & Implementation
• Contribute all program planning, including finalizing all excursions, guest lecturers, housing, health and safety preparations and other logistics
• Attend student activities and excursions, including those that occur on evenings and weekends
• Adhere closely to CET custom program policies and procedures
• Coordinate student and faculty arrivals
• Handle appropriate funds and work according to a budget
• Maintain office hours and meet frequently with students to serve their needs

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Position: Program Manager
Posted by: United States-Japan Foundation
Location: Remote
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Kelly Nixon (Iwate, 2003-2006) for passing along the following job opening.

The United States-Japan Foundation (USJF) is hiring a U.S.-based program manager who will be primarily responsible for the day-to-day operations of its US-Japan Leadership Program (USJLP), a next-generation network of Japanese and American changemakers. This is an exciting opportunity to directly impact U.S.-Japan relations through grassroots exchange, work with high-caliber individuals, and develop meaningful experiences to drive commitment and engagement. We seek an enthusiastic, flexible self-starter eager to bring their talents to our organization and deliver exceptionally managed results.

This position is full-time remote, working in both real-time and asynchronously with Foundation staff based in VA/DC and Tokyo. It will include occasional travel to Japan and within the U.S. to support key annual activities.

Applications will be reviewed through November 15, 2024 with an aim of filling the position in January 2025.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://us-jf.org/en/news/program-manager-job-opening

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Position: Manager, Brand Management
Posted by: ADK Emotions NY Inc.
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Joseph Meringolo (Fukushima-ken, 2014-2017) for passing along the following job opening.

This person will report to the Director of our growing Brand Management team and play a key role in leading the approvals and localization team members at our small but mighty New York office.

This role manages the localization and production of program content and oversees the creation of brand assets and approval of merchandise and promotional assets. This individual will represent the company in meetings and liaise with rights holders and partners to support determination of direction, effective processes, budget, and solutions when issues arise.

Primary Job Functions (Essential)

• Mentor and develop team members, guiding them towards achieving collective and individual growth objectives, and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence
• Create rollout plans and execute effective projects
• Report to the Director with updates and analysis of performance per project to support decision making at the executive level

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Position: Study Abroad Program Administration & Planning, Visa Coordination/Research
Posted by: Consulate General of Japan in New York
Location:  YUME-KANA Study Abroad
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Trevor Bogna (Fukui-ken, Fukui-shi, 2022-2024) for passing along the following job opening.

Hello from Jstyle’s Recruitment Division! We are currently looking for new talent to join our diverse and expanding team this Winter Season: 11月～2月 entry!

Who are we? YUME-KANA at a glance:

• Biggest Name in the Study Abroad Industry
• Sales and Profit: Exponential increases for 7 consecutive years
• Customer Satisfaction: 2,089 Google reviews with an average rating of 4.8/5
• Employee Satisfaction: 170 employees with a resignation rate of only 0.9%
• We boast a team of employees from 35 different countries
• 年間休日130日で一時帰国もしやすい
• 英語講師以外の職種も充実
• ビザサポート

《About Us》
Studying abroad is not only a final goal, but a first step toward fulfilling one’s dreams.

At “YUME-KANA Study Abroad,” we provide thorough consulting and planning services for study abroad and working holiday programs that are tailored to fit the diverse needs of our clients. We create custom programs based on one’s country preference, budget, duration, and more to honor our motto of facilitating “Order-Made Study Abroad”. We provide a wide range of support: starting from pre-study abroad preparation (English education, documentation) we continue to follow-up continuously during the trip, and even provide post-study career consultation after our customers return to Japan.

Join our study abroad support team for the rewarding experience of helping people achieve their dreams!

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Interpreter/Translator/Writer Stacy Smith (Kumamoto-ken CIR, 2000-03) presents WIT Life, a periodic series about aspects of Japanese culture such as art, film, food and language. Stacy starts her day by watching Fujisankei’s newscast in Japanese, and here she offers some interesting tidbits and trends along with her own observations.

Last week was the first in office for Japan’s new Prime Minister, former Defense Minister Shigeru Ishiba. He’s a member of the Liberal Democratic Party but not part of former PM Shinzo Abe’s faction, and his anti-Abenomics proposals like raising taxes and curtailing spending have ruffled some feathers in the party. Ishiba is looking to dissolve Parliament’s lower (but more powerful) house Wednesday ahead of the general election on October 27. In this election the LDP is expected to retain its majority allowing Ishiba to stay on as PM, though opposition parties are expected to pick up seats due to recent LDP political funding scandals.

In cultural news, last month’s Emmy’s gave the Japanese show Shogun a record-breaking 18 wins for its first season. In addition to outstanding drama and directing awards, Anna Sawai became the first Asian actor to win Lead Actress in a Drama Series and her co-star Hiroyuki Sanada took Lead Actor (I personally believe Tadanobu Asano, who was nominated in the supporting actor category for his role as the deliciously demented Yabushige, was robbed). Sawai was also selected for TIME100 NEXT 2024, and Sanada wrote her a lovely tribute in the magazine.

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Position: Executive Assistant, Japanese Translation
Posted by: Quick USA
Location: Columbus, IN, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Carlos Medina (Oita, 2019-2022) for passing along the following job opening.

A Japanese Manufacturing Company is looking for a Contract to Permanent, fully onsite Japanese-English Bilingual Executive Assistant/Translator to join their Columbus, IN location and help Interpret for the President, translate documents between English and Japanese, and respond to emails.

The pay range for this position DEO and skills would be between the 50k-70k mark. This position also includes Medical, dental and vision care as well as 401k

Your essential duties would include the following:
– Interpreting for the President during meetings with clients and within the company when needed
– Accurately translate document from form both English to Japanese as vice versa for both internal & external use.
– Answering incoming email in both English and Japanese.

Please consider the following qualification when applying:
– Proficient in both Japanese & English
– Operate Office Equipment.
– Intermediate level use of Microsoft Office.
– The ability to sit, stand, squat, bend, twist, and use stairs throughout the course of the shift.
– Maintain Confidentiality at all times.
– Other Duties As assigned.
– Ability to Lift Up To 25 lbs.

Application Process: Please send your resume to carlos@919usa.com

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Position: Bilingual HR/Payroll Assistant
Posted by: Quick USA
Location: Surprise, AZ, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Carlos Medina (Oita, 2019-2022) for passing along the following job opening.

A Famous Japanese Electronics Manufacturing located in the Surprise, AZ area is currently looking for an entry level Japanese-English Bilingual HR/Payroll Assistant to Supports Human Resources and Payroll functions by performing a wide variety of clerical and administrative duties; with focus in areas of recruiting, new hire orientation, special events and maintain timekeeping accuracy through payroll system.

As this is an entry level position, people who are bilingual in Japanese and English (around intermediate to advance level and would like to challenge themselves and learn are encouraged to apply )

The pay range for this position DOE & skills is between 43-45k. This position also includes benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance as well as tuition reimbursement and disability insurance if needed.

Your main responsibilities would include the following:

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Position: Administrative Staff, Security Division
Posted by: Consulate General of Japan in New York
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Joseph Meringolo (Fukushima-ken, 2014-2017) for passing along the following job opening.

Description:
The Consulate-General of Japan in New York is currently recruiting an administrative staff member. If you are interested, please send your resume by email by October 18th.

1. Number of positions to be filled
1 position

2. Duties
(1) Dealing with guests at the reception desk
(2) Supervision and training of security guards
(3) Negotiations and coordination with related companies
(4) Assistance with the preparation of documents and administrative work
(5) Other duties as needed

3. Work and Conditions
(1) Starting date: December 2024; exact date to be determined.
(2) Work hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. (1 hour lunch break)
(3) Leave system: Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays (in accordance with the regulations of the Consulate-General), annual paid vacation
(4) Compensation and benefits: Approximately $50,000 per year, commensurate with education, work experience, and other qualifications. Medical and dental insurance coverage available (with some self-payment)
(5) Place of work: Consulate-General of Japan in New York

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Ashley Davis is a former CIR for Matsushima and Otsu (2019-2022). She is currently living in Chiba Prefecture after working post-JET in the tourism sector in Japan.

It’s funny how much little moments can matter and butterfly out to unexpected connections. As I face an unexpected difficulty with my employment situation, I find myself looking back on the positive moments of my life including how important one’s community is.

One of my tasks as the CIR for Otsu City would be to assist foreigners coming in for municipal paperwork.

There was a Venezuelan couple who would often come into city hall and ask for me as they were having a child throughout my tenure. One day, I was conversing with one of them to pass the time while we waited to be called for paperwork. It might not seem like much, but we got on the topic of naming conventions. As an American, is Andrea a more masculine or feminine name? Growing up in the USA during the 90s, I would say feminine. Conversely, I was informed this can be a masculine name in Spanish speaking countries.

Later, I was looking into my family tree for one reason or another. I know that Americans are said to have a unique relationship with our familial roots, but we all came from somewhere, and my family never really documented stuff on one side. I never saw a picture or knew anything about my paternal great grandfather. I knew my father did not really have any records or details either. However, I realized that sometime after immigrating from Sicily around the Great Depression that my great grandfather had angelized his name – it was originally Andrea.

Thanks to this couple leading to this realization, I was able to find documentation showing my great grandfather moving to Michigan to work in engineering. Not only did this governmental paperwork include his name and occupation, it also included an old photo of him. I passed this onto my father, and I like to think it helped him get some closure.

So, my advice to all JETs is to continue to listen to people even if what they are saying might not always seem important to you at the time. You never know what might happen.