Cultural and Public Affairs Staff Member

The Consulate General of Japan in Detroit is seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented individual for the position of Cultural and Public Affairs Staff Member.

The Consulate General of Japan in Detroit is seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented individual for the position of Cultural and Public Affairs Staff Member at the Consulate office, which is currently located at the GM Renaissance Center, Downtown Detroit.
Candidates must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Green Card holder. All candidates will be subject to background checks.
Application deadline: Friday, May 17th. Accepting applications immediately until position is filled.
Qualified candidates may be contacted to interview before the application deadline.

General Information
• For immediate hire / starting in June 2024
• The Consulate offers group health insurance, paid vacation, and sick leave. Work hours are from 9:00AM to 5:00PM, Monday through Friday, with various weeknight and/or weekend events (compensatory time off).

Core Responsibilities
• Composing and editing Consulate communications including speeches, monthly newsletters, social media posts, correspondence, etc.
• Collaborating and coordinating to support programs and events (invitation programs, lectures, exhibitions, cultural festivals, speech contests, etc.)
• Daily monitoring of media outlets in Michigan and Ohio and creating relevant reports
• Engaging with cultural, academic, community, and media-related groups and individuals; developing and maintaining close working relationships on behalf of the Consulate
• Responding to public inquiries and requests
• Conducting school visits to teach local K-12 students about Japanese culture
• Designing and creating media, presentations, etc. to teach local residents about Japan
• Managing Consulate website, social media pages, cultural artifacts collection, and survey data records
• General administrative tasks (maintaining databases, scheduling, reporting, etc.)
• Assisting with others’ workload within the section and within the Consulate, and participating in Consulate events and programs, as needed

Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree
• High proficiency in English verbal and written communication
• High level of respect and professionalism. Team oriented, resourceful, and dedicated.
• Sincere interest, knowledge, and appreciation regarding Japanese culture
• Knowledge of Japanese working culture and etiquette
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Japanese language skill preferred but not required

Application
• Submit resume, cover letter, and three references with contact information by email to pr@dt.mofa.go.jp.
• Applications will be reviewed and selected applicants will be contacted directly to schedule an interview.