POSITION AVAILABLE: Program Coordinator

The Japan Information and Culture Center seeks a motivated and detail-oriented individual to handle program coordination and administrative duties in the field of public diplomacy: the JET Program, event management, and general public outreach. The Program Coordinator reports to the Director and Deputy Director of the JICC. Former JET Program participants are welcome to apply.

Coordinate all aspects of JET Program: recruitment, inquiries, selection, etc.

Plan and execute events with minimum guidance: draft invitations and guest lists, create and maintain event logistics sheet, track RSVPs, budgeting, lead on-site coordination.

Respond to public inquiries on public diplomacy issues.

Assist JICC administrative duties as required.

Bachelor’s Degree with 2-3 years of working experience.

Work authorization in the United States.

Clear and concise oral and written communication skills.

Strong, detail-oriented planning and execution skills, coordinating multiple projects and prioritizing various deadlines, with ability to produce quantitative and qualitative feedback.

Professionally functioning level of oral and written Japanese.

Knowledge of Japanese current events, working culture, and etiquette.

Firsthand experience of JET Program.

Computer proficiency, internet literacy, social networking service knowledge.

Ability to remain flexible and willingness to adapt in a team.

Application deadline: February 29, 2012

Mail cover letter, resume, and self-introduction in Japanese, to:

Japan Information and Culture Center
Consulate-General of Japan
350 S. Grand Ave. Suite 1700
Los Angeles, CA 90071
Attn: Program Coordinator Position

or email info@la-cgjapan.org with documents attached and subject line, "Program Coordinator Position."

Kindly refrain from making telephone inquries about this position.