Position Available: Temporary Assistant to the JET Program Coordinator
2021/7/29
About the Position
The Consulate General of Japan in Los Angeles is seeking a talented, hard-working, organized individual to assist the JET Program Coordinator during the departure and recruitment season this fall. This is a temporary contract position which will most likely be part-time for the duration of approximately 25-30 business days, to take place from mid-September until mid-November. Work will primarily take place in the office, and partially on site at venues/airport. Wages are non-negotiable and will not cover any taxes you may be responsible for later (social security, etc.) or parking/transportation.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Support departing JET participants with final travel preparations in September 2021:
o Answering questions and guide participants through travel procedures and requirements for entry to Japan
o Distribute materials to participants at the airport on departure day
• Assist with JET-related tasks and responsibilities, including but not limited to:
o Respond to phone calls and email inquiries from prospective JET applicants
o Record and process data collected during recruitment and information sessions
• Recruit for the JET Program at career fairs and/or information sessions
• Recruit for the JET Program at career fairs and/or information sessions
• Work with consulate staff and outside organizations to assist in the planning and execution of Japan-related events, talks, lectures and official consulate functions
• Assist the director and other consuls in charge of the Japan Information and Culture Center (JICC) as deemed necessary
Experience and Skills
• Be a recent JET Program returnee (returning from Japan within the past 3-4 years)
• Be willing and interested in acquiring detailed knowledge of the JET Program application process
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Superior multi-tasking and organizational skills, particularly in the area of scheduling and/or event planning
• Experience working with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, and Zoom
• Some Japanese language ability is preferred but not required
To Apply
Please e-mail your resume and cover letter to jet@ls.mofa.go.jp with “Temporary JET Program Assistant” in the subject line. The deadline for applications is 4:00 PM PST on Monday, August 16, 2021. Strong candidates will be contacted for interviews.
