The Consulate General of Japan in Vancouver is recruiting for one local staff member to work in the Culture and Public Information Section who meets the below qualifications. Interested persons are requested to submit their curriculum-vitae (one English language copy and one Japanese language rirekisho), along with telephone and e-mail contact information, a mailing address, on or before January 8, 2007.

Note: The Consulate will neither confirm the receipt of any application nor return any documents.

1. Outline of Position
The employment is for a full time position in the Culture and Public Information Section and involves introducing the culture of Japan, handling scholarship applications and Japan Foundation program applications among other duties.

2. Term of Employment
The term is a 2 years based on a contract with possible renewal depending upon performance of duties. Employment is expected to commence on February 1, 2007.

3. Qualifications
Applicants are required to meet all the following conditions:
(1) Be in a position to work legally in Canada for a minimum period of 2 consecutive years from February 1, 2007
(2) Have an Academic background at least equal to a B.A.
(3) Have a high level of speaking and writing ability in English
(4) Either to have passed the 2nd level of Japanese Language Proficiency Test or have knowledge of the Japanese language equivalent to that level
(5) Be able to operate Word, Excel etc.
(6) Be willing to submit a criminal record upon request

4. Hours and Benefits
Working Hours: Monday through Friday 9 a.m. through 5 p.m., (excluding holidays as established by the Consulate),
Vacation: Annual vacation leave package.
Salary: To be decided based on education and work experience.

5. Selection Process
After the initial screening of documents, each applicant will be contacted individually regarding the possibility of an interview.

Reply to:
Cultural Section
Consulate General of Japan
800 - 1177 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, B.C., V6E 2K9
Tel: (604) 684-5868

NB
We will not accept applications that are sent by e-mail or facsimile. Kindly forward your application through the post or deliver it in person to our reception.