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Position: Program Director
Posted by: VIA
Location: Palo Alto, CA, USA
Contract: Full-time

Thanks to JET alumna and JETAANC President, Melissa Golden (Hokkaido, 2007-2012) for passing along the following job opening at her company:

VIA is looking for the next great Program Director to join our team managing an exciting portfolio of programs, including short-term virtual and in-person experiential learning programs, project accelerators, and professional fellowships.

This Program Director’s portfolio will likely include programs with students and professionals from Japan, so Japanese language skills would be highly beneficial! This is a remote position, but will include some in-person meetings and on-site presence for in-person programs in San Francisco Bay Area and Asia. US work authorization and California residency are required.

Application Process: The priority application deadline is September 18, 2022 and preferred start date is October 24th, but we will continue to accept and review applications until the position is filled. View the full position description and start an application on Idealist ideali.st/KVm2fu or our website viaprograms.org/job/program-director

Posted by Tom Baker (Chiba, 1989-91)

U.S. President Joe Biden is set to visit Hiroshima next spring, when Japan hosts the Group of Seven summit. All of Biden’s recent predecessors have also visited Japan at some point.

Amazingly, the first presidential visit happened way back in 1879, when Ulysses Grant spent the summer in Japan shortly after leaving office. He met an array of Japanese historical figures, including Eiichi Shibusawa and Emperor Meiji.

I recently spent a day exploring Tokyo in Grant’s footsteps. Here’s what I found.

Posted by Tom Baker (Chiba, 1989-91)

As many in the JET community know, there is a thriving English-language pub quiz scene in Tokyo. Now a couple of my friends are trying to spread the excitement to Gunma Prefecture, too.

The first of what will hopefully be series of Takasaki Pub Quizzes will kick off at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 13, at a bar called Pitch, a five-minute walk from Takasaki Station.

If you’d like to know more, visit this Facebook page or contact pitchquiz@gmail.com.

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Position: Assistant Correspondent
Posted by: The Hokkaido Shimbun Press, London Bureau
Location: London, England, U.K.
Contract: Part-time

Below is a part-time job sent to us directly from the newspaper.

By JQ magazine editor Justin Tedaldi (CIR Kobe-shi, 2001-02). Justin has written about Japanese arts and entertainment for JETAA since 2005. For more of his articles, click here.

In the dog days of summer, it’s best to escape the heat in a place that’s cozy and cool. For those into both cutting-edge and classic anime, this month offers a diverse trio of theatrical premieres—all in the comfort of indoor air conditioning.

This month’s highlights include:

Opens Aug. 12

Inu-oh

For Village East by Angelika screenings, click here

From visionary director Masaaki Yuasa (Mind Game, Ride Your Wave), hailed by IndieWire as “one of the most creatively unbridled minds in all of modern animation,” comes a revisionist rock opera about a 14th-century superstar whose dance moves take Japan by storm. Born to an esteemed family, Inu-oh is afflicted with an ancient curse that has left him on the margins of society. When he meets the blind musician Tomona, a young biwa priest haunted by his past, Inu-oh discovers a captivating ability to dance. The pair quickly become business partners and inseparable friends as crowds flock to their electric, larger-than-life concerts. But when those in power threaten to break up the band, Inu-oh and Tomona must dance and sing to uncover the truth behind their creative gifts. Featuring character creation by Taiyo Matsumoto (Tekkonkinkreet, “Ping Pong the Animation”) and awe-inspiring vocals by Avu-chan (Queen Bee) and Mirai Moriyama, Inu-oh is a glam-rock ode to the power of music and a forceful statement on artistic freedom from one of animation’s singular talents. All screenings are presented in Japanese with English subtitles.

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Position: Secretary
Posted by: The Permanent Mission of Japan to the United Nations
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-time

Thanks to JET alumna, Debbie Walter (Hokkaido-ken, 2014-2019) for passing along the following job opening where she works. Please kindly note, she is not personally involved with the hiring process for this position:

The Permanent Mission of Japan to the United Nations in New York is currently seeking a new Secretary. Attached is the job description in both English and Japanese, which can also be found on our website at the following address: https://www.un.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/job_opportunities.html

Application Process: Applications will be accepted through email only. If interested, please send a resume and cover letter to secretary@dn.mofa.go.jp by 29th August, 2022. Only those who will be retained for further selection processes will be notified accordingly, so we kindly request that applicants please refrain from calling us.

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Position: Assistant Director of Graduate Business Programs
Posted by: San Jose State University
Location: San Jose, CA, USA)
Contract: Full-time

Thanks to JET alumna, Jennifer Hwang (Shizuoka-ken, 2008-2012) for sharing the following opening at her alma mater. Please note that even though the listing says to apply by June 22, 2022, Jennifer has confirmed that the position is still vacant, but is not affiliated with the hiring team. 

Additionally, as a former colleague and student of the Lucas Graduate School of Business, Jennifer can only sing praises about the team that runs the business programs at San Jose State University. If you’re looking for a supportive manager, a collaborative team to work with, and meaningful programs to support, she highly recommends applying for the Assistant Director of Graduate Business Programs position.

Reporting to the Associate Dean of LGSB, the Assistant Director of Graduate Business Programs is responsible for the development and implementation of student outreach and recruitment, and oversees the admissions for all LGSB programs. Completes all administrative tasks related to the enrollment and graduation of the MS Transportation Management (MSTM) program, including admission, enrollment and graduation for the advanced certificates in Transportation Management. Other tasks include the scheduling process for all MTM courses, hiring and appointing of faculty.

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Position: Film Coordinator
Posted by: Japan Information and Culture Center
Location: Arlington Heights, Illinois, USA
Contract: Full-time

Thanks to JET alumna, Kim Hubbard (Chiba-ken, 1998-2001) for passing along the attached job opening at her school. She also mentioned that most English department teachers are former JETs.

Chicago Futabakai Japanese School is looking for a full-time teacher to join our English Department. Main Duties Include:

• Design and implement lessons based on school and departmental standards.
• Teach ESL classes for preschool, elementary, and middle school students.
• Participate in department and school events, exchange programs, and internal/external meetings.
• Conduct student placement and level checks, informal and formal assessments, and submit grades for each
  academic term.
• Create and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Work in a team setting to help achieve professional goals.

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Position: Public Relations Associate
Posted by: Consulate General of Japan in New York
Location: Washington, DC
Contract: New York, NY, USA

Attached is a job received directly from the Consulate General of Japan in New York.

The Consulate General of Japan in New York is currently seeking to hire a locally employed staff for the Japan Information Center, the cultural and public affairs section of the Consulate. The deadline for all job applications is 09/02/2022.

Work Hours:

• Monday through Friday, 9:15am – 6:00pm (lunch break will be from 12:30pm – 1:30pm)
• (Note: This is not a remote position. The Consulate General of Japan in New York is currently working on a hybrid schedule and attendance in the office is mandatory on scheduled days.)

Responsibilities

• Alongside diplomatic staff, lead and shape the Consulate’s public-facing voice on social media
• Draft engaging, shareable posts featuring Japanese culture and diplomatic activities
• Monitor social media analytics and create content that respond to developing trends
• Oversee a social media content calendar focused on events, holidays and developing trends
• Plan campaigns to promote events organized and sponsored by the consulate
• Draft the consulate newsletter as well as the occasional press release or social media public statement for the Consul General of Japan in New York
• Coordinate the MEXT scholarship program, from inquires to interviews and departure
• Various administrative tasks regarding public relations and cultural events
• Respond to and follow-up with public inquires by phone and email
• Other responsibilities as needed

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Position: Travel Experience Specialist
Posted by: InsideJapan Tours
Location: Nagoya, Japan
Contract: Full-time

Thanks to JET alumna, Lauren Handlon (Hokkiado, 2016-2018) for passing along the following job opening:

Inside Travel Group is currently accepting applications for Travel Experience Specialists to join our Customer Experience team at our office in Nagoya, Japan.

Our Travel Experience Specialists own the in-destination customer experience, delivering peace of mind and a service that exceeds expectations to ensure happy customers that recommend and travel with us time and time again. In peak season, you’ll be proactively seeking opportunities to improve the clients’ experience, as well as reactively helping to resolve any inbound issues, problems or requests. Off-peak, you’ll be actively involved with various projects within the Customer Experience function aimed at implementing systems, service and performance improvements to increase the overall productivity, efficacy and performance of the function, in line with the company vision and goals.

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Position: Fall Interns
Posted by: Japan Society
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-time

Below are a couple of Fall internships at Japan Society passed along directly from them. This could be a great segue opportunity for recent JET returnees.

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Position: JET Program Coordinator
Posted by: Embassy of Japan
Location: Washington, DC
Contract: Full-time

Here’s a job received directly from the Embassy of Japan:

The JET Program Office at the Embassy of Japan in Washington, DC is seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented individual for the position of JET Program Coordinator. The Program Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating the screening process for applications for all U.S. candidates, recruitment and interviewing of applicants in the D.C./Maryland/Virginia area, and preparing successful candidates for departure.

This position will also involve liaising with the JET Alumni Association of Washington, D.C. and assisting with other projects within the Public Affairs diplomats’ portfolio as necessary.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here: https://www.us.emb-japan.go.jp/english/html/JET-PC-Job-Announcement.pdf. Apply by Thursday, August 18th.

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Position: Associate Fellow (Japanese to English Translator)
Posted by: Kyushu National Museum
Location: Dazaifu, Fukuoka, Japan
Contract: Full-time

Thanks to JET alumna, Rachel Lam (Okinawa-ken, 2017-2018) for passing along the job opening seeking to find her replacement:

Kyushu National Museum is hiring an Associate Fellow for multilingual support in English. Interested parties should download resume template from their website and submit a duly completed version together with required supporting documents by mail.

Application Process: More information and to apply, please click here: https://www.kyuhaku.jp/news/news-220714-3.html.

Questions? Please contact Rachel at <lamzhuodan@kyuhaku.jp>

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Position: Film Coordinator
Posted by: Japan Information and Culture Center
Location: Washington, DC
Contract: Full-time

Here’s another job opportunity sent to us directly from the Embassy of Japan:

The Japan Information & Culture Center (JICC), Embassy of Japan, is seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented individual for the position of Film Coordinator. The main responsibilities of this position include coordinating film screenings on behalf of the JICC and supporting Japanese cinema-related events such as film festivals, film series, lectures, and Q&As. Please see below for a more detailed list of responsibilities.

The Embassy offers group health insurance coverage, paid vacation, and sick leave. Working hours are 9 AM – 5 PM, Monday through Friday with weeknight and/or weekend events several times a month (paid overtime). Salary is commensurate with experience. The minimum basic monthly salary for this position is $3,500.

Please note: Candidate 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 candidates will be subject to background checks and security clearance.

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Position: Administrative Assistant, Ambassador’s Office
Posted by: Embassy of Japan
Location: Washington, DC
Contract: Full-time

Here is a job opening sent to us directly from the Embassy of Japan:

The Embassy of Japan is seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented individual for the position of Administrative Assistant. This individual is primarily responsible for performing secretarial duties and drafting and editing correspondence for senior level officials. 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.

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.

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