Position Available (Japan Information & Cultural Center Staff)

1. SUMMARY OF OPEN POSITION

The Consulate General of Japan in San Francisco has an opening for a full-time staff member in the Japan Information and Cultural Center (JICC). This position is in charge of managing and editing the Consulate’s website; editing or translating documents; and managing the JICC’s promotional materials, cultural artifacts, and supplies. They will also work as part of a team planning and coordinating events and projects and creating and editing social media content.

2. JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Native-level Japanese required.
• Strong written and spoken English.
• Familiarity with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), and general office duties.
• Ability to communicate and cooperate effectively with coworkers and community
• Experience or familiarity with basic HTML, event planning; strong interest in Japanese art and culture encouraged
• Have authorization to work in the United States, and can provide proof of a valid Green Card
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19

3. WORKING CONDITIONS

• Employment will start in early April, 2023
• Regular working hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm.
• Working weekends or past 5pm may be requested of staff by the office when necessary
• Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays defined by the Consulate are nonworking days
• Paid vacation, sick leave and optional health insurance support are provided after the completion of a three-month probationary period.
• Starting salary will be roughly 50,000 USD. Yearly raise for inflation and strong work performance.

4. HOW TO APPLY

• Submit your resume to the Japan Information & Cultural Center by email. Please include “Job Application: Consulate Local Staff” in the subject line.
• E-mail: japaninfo@sr.mofa.go.jp
• Communication with applicants will be primarily through E-mail. Candidates who pass the preliminary screening will be notified by E-mail for the next selection stage.
• The Consulate will not respond to inquiries related to the results of the screening process