Job title: PR and Communications Coordinator

Organization: Japan Information Center, Consulate-General of Japan in Chicago

Location: Chicago, IL

Deadline: July 19, 2021

Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Director of the Japan Information Center

 Promote Japan-related topics and events by using the Consulate’s social media tools (Facebook, Twitter etc.)

 Manage all contents on the Consulate’s English website

 Draft and publish a monthly e-mail newsletter featuring Japan-related topics and events in the Consulate’s 10-state jurisdiction

 Draft speeches/remarks for the Consulate’s representative at events

 Assist and join programs which introduce Japan and Japanese culture (origami, tea ceremony, kendo, kimono, calligraphy etc.) to local schools and community groups

 General office responsibilities including attending and organizing events as well as helping other staff members’ tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

 US citizen or permanent resident holder (working permit holder).

 Excellent communications and writing skills.

 Strong computer skills including HTML/web design skills.

 Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and organizational skills.

 Long-term experience of living in Japan is preferred.

 Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications or Japan-related studies is preferred.

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