***Update of 30 Sept: This postion has been filled. We are no longer accepting applications ***
YCAPS continues to grow! In 2022 we have expanded both of our flagship programs. The Community Conversations seminar series has expanded to more locations while the Getting to Know Japan webinar series will continue its pace of weekly events with growing audiences.
We are seeking one paid Program Officer to support us on the Getting to Know Japan series as we expand our activities. The job will be scoped to the best candidate’s availability to ensure the success of the Getting to Know Japan series.
Please review the job posting (download here) carefully and send inquiries to administration@ycaps.org.
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Director, Getting to Know Japan Webinar Series, Yokosuka Council on Asia-Pacific Studies (YCAPS)
Job Summary
***Update of 30 Sept: This postion has been filled. We are no longer accepting applications ***
This is a full-time or part-time position working as a Director, Getting to Know Japan Webinar Series YCAPS.
The Getting to Know Japan webinar series program manager/director will lead this vibrant education initiative during its second year. We seek an innovative, hands-on leader ready to take initiative and reliably deliver world-class events. Responsibilities will include working independently and as part of a team to develop, promote, recruit participants, and fulfil reporting requirements for programs aligned with YCAPS’ mission. This position will require extensive coordination with YCAPS staff members (including volunteers located across the Indo-Pacific), program sponsors, and cohorts of program participants throughout Japan.
The program manager’s responsibilities will focus on the development and delivery of YCAPS’ “Getting to Know Japan” webinar series. This weekly webinar series is specifically designed to assist the approximately 110,000 Americans living in Japan as a part of the U.S. military presence to learn about and gain greater appreciation for Japan’s culture and society. The webinars adopt a community-based approach to learning that empowers grassroots relationships with world-class expertise. Globally recognized specialists will deliver lessons on introductory-level topics related to Japanese culture in a format specifically tailored to the needs of these Americans stationed in Japan. The program manager will also be required to ensure this program is administered in a manner that is synchronized with and mutually beneficial to other YCAPS programs.
Candidates should have at least a bachelor’s degree and related work experience. Competitive candidates will have experience developing and implementing programs with foundations and corporations, including managing program budgets and fulfilling grantor/donor reporting requirements. Ideal candidates will have capacity to manage the Getting to Know Japan webinar series while directly supporting YCAPS’ growth.
Employees must be ready to work remotely and manage their own schedule. Candidates do not have to be physically present in Japan, but they must be available to support webinars in Japanese mornings (9 AM-12 PM) and early evenings (6 PM-9 PM).
Candidates must hold the following qualifications:
- Genuine drive to improve American understandings of Japan. Enthusiasm for the YCAPS mission and the “Getting to Know Japan” webinar series.
- The maturity and self-discipline to work independently to develop and execute programming while supporting and coordinating with the larger YCAPS team.
- Experience in work related to managing non-profit activities, adult education, training and/or professional development.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Superior interpersonal skills
- Bachelor’s degree
- Comfort with the speaking roles and technology involved with delivering webinars.
- A desire to grow with a dynamic organization.
Ideal candidates will also hold many of the following attributes:
- Master’s degree in Asian/Japanese studies, communications, education, or a related field.
- Be a SOFA-sponsored individual in Japan or be personally familiar with the experiences of military services members, DoD civilians, and SOFA-sponsored family members while stationed in Japan.
- Experience moderating online education and/or training.
- An established network of experts in Japanese culture and society.
- Demonstrated ability to network and build external relationships.
- Knowledge of Japanese business etiquette, language, customs and culture, and international issues; experience working with Japanese-style organizations and colleagues in a Japanese business setting is essential.
- Experience developing social media campaigns.
- Experience in budgetary management.
- Japanese language skills.
Details
- Commitment: 25-40 hours per week (negotiable depending on the candidate); flexible schedule
- Holidays: All US and Japanese official holidays.
- Salary: As negotiated.
- Period of employment: The current grant for this position is through March 2023. Additionally, the position may be renewed if “Getting to Know Japan” program funding extends beyond March 2023.
- Work location: Employee will be required to provide their own workspace conducive to productive web-based work that includes scheduled voice and video calls. Webinars must be delivered in a professional manner free of external distractions. Equipment to deliver webinars will be provided by YCAPS.
- Residency requirement: Individuals in Japan should have legal status to work or be prepared to work under a visa sponsored by YCAPS. Indivduals outside Japan must have the appropriate privileges to work from their location.
To Apply
- Send a resume and cover letter to administration@ycaps.org.
- -We plan to accept applications for this job until filled. We will contact qualified individuals for video interviews and conduct them on a rolling basis. Only successful candidates will be contacted
- - YCAPS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.