Job Openings at the Consulate General of Japan at Chicago

Via JETWit.com.

A. Administrative assistant to the Consul General
B. Assistant to General and Political Affairs

Institution: The Consulate General of Japan
Location: Chicago, IL
Type: Full-time
Education: Bachelor’s degree
Deadline: June 24, 2013

Consulate General of Japan at Chicago
TWO JOB OPENINGS:
Key Responsibilities
A. Administrative assistant to the Consul General
o Maintain calendar and phones
o Handle contact list and correspondence
o Prepare documents including letters
o Prepare materials for events
o Administrative duties for General Affairs
o General office responsibilities, including Japan-related inquiries and correspondence
B. Assistant to General and Political Affairs
o Administrative duties for General and Political Affairs
o Monitor Political Issues in 10-state jurisdiction
o Speech and letter writing
o General office responsibilities, including Japan-related inquiries and correspondence
o Generate daily and monthly political reports
o Research and report on political issues
Note: Candidates are requested to clarify which position (A or/and B) they are interested in.
Qualifications
o Bachelor’s degree
o Excellent analytical and communication skills in English, both written and verbal
(Japanese language ability is preferred but not required)
o Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Access etc.)
o Superior attention to detail
o Experience living in Japan or working in a Japanese environment strongly preferred
Work hours
Five days per week, from Monday to Friday, 9:15-17:00 each day. Occasional overtime.

See original posting (pdf) on the Consulate General of Japan at Chicago site for application details.