Political/Economic Section Assistant or PR/Cultural Section Assistant

The Consulate-General of Japan in Denver seeks a qualified candidate to join its local staff. Eligible persons can apply by sending a resume, one letter of reference, and contact information, including telephone, email, and mailing address, to the email address below. . Please note that the Consulate will neither confirm the receipt of applications nor return items to applicants. No inquiries by phone calls or emails are accepted.

Duties

- Political/Economic Section:

· Research and reporting on political and economic trends in our jurisdiction（CO,UT,NM,WY）

· Collect and/or evaluate public information

· Correspond with officials across our jurisdiction

· Hold other duties as assigned or needed

OR

- PR/Cultural Section:

· Handle the distribution of PR materials

· Assist with cultural outreach and events

· Update the Consulate-General's website on a frequent basis

· Manage the loaning of Japanese cultural items to interested parties

· Assist in the administration of several scholarship and exchange programs offered by the Japanese government to U.S. citizens

· Hold other duties as assigned or needed

Working Conditions and Treatment

· Working hours: 9:00 to 17:00 on weekdays (1 hour lunch break)

o Overtime may be required on rare occasion

· Holidays: Weekends and national holidays

o See our website for a complete list of holidays we observe

o Note: There may be cases of working on weekends and holidays.

· Salary: Determined based on the applicant's past work experience, etc.

Qualifications

· Graduate of an accredited four year university or college

· US citizen

· High-level English skills to compose written correspondence, speeches, etc.

· Experience with basic PC skills such as Word and Excel

· Japanese language skill preferred but not required

· Available to start in September, 2024

Selection Process

After the initial document screening, selected candidates will be contacted for a written examination and interview. Upon hiring, there will be an introductory trial employment period of 90 days.

Apply to:

cgjd-personnel@de.mofa.go.jp

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Overtime

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Writing skills: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person