RESEARCH & LIAISON OFFICER Japanese-Speaker

• Great career step and experience (government related)
• Research Government policy
• Native Level English Speaker with JLPT Level 1
• Ideal for JET returnee position
• Hybrid Working environment

• Investigation into the financial systems and operations of Australia and New Zealand.
• Planning and execution of office-hosted events and forums (related to policy issues shared by local governments in Japan, Australia, and New Zealand).
• Coordination with local governments, relevant organizations, and various entities in Australia and New Zealand (such as sister city relationships, multicultural integration initiatives, and hosting research teams from Japan).
• Interpretation and translation tasks (English to Japanese, Japanese to English).
• Other duties necessary for office operations.

• Native Level English language ability
• Japanese fluency equivalent to Level 1(N1) of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT)
• Some research background is preferred but not mandatory
• JET program experience is highly regarded
• English writing skill

• Ability to conduct thorough investigations on administrative matters, various research (including web research), interviews, and field surveys.
• Ability to coordinate and negotiate with administrative agencies.
• Proficiency in using computers (Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work as part of a team, maintaining smooth communication with other staff members while fulfilling duties.

• Experience working in government agencies, public services, or research institutions is valued.
• If you have an experience of writing papers or essays in Japanese. Please submit any published works at the time of application.
• University degree holder.
• Must be able to undertake business trips involving overnight stays.

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