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The Consulate-General of Japan in Chicago is seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented individual for the position of JET Program and MEXT Scholarship Coordinator for the Japan Information Center (JIC). Please see here for details.
Please submit a cover letter and resume in PDF format by January 27, 2025 to:
Start Date: March 3rd 2025
This job opportunity was obtained courtesy of JETwit Jobs.
Job Position: Social Media Coordinator
Organization: USJETAA (US JET Alumni Association)
Salary/Hourly Rate: $20/hr
Where: remote
Visa Sponsorship: No
Description:
Position Overview:
We’re seeking a Social Media Coordinator who can work independently while effectively communicating and coordinating with our team. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about digital engagement and community building on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and X. This role includes managing and creating content for our social media channels, designing graphics as needed, and working with JETAA chapters to amplify event promotions. This role will also explore building a more robust JETAA professional network via LinkedIn. Other mission-relevant projects and priorities as appropriate and needed.
Key Responsibilities:
-Manage and post content across social media platforms, including LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and X.
-Engage with the online JETAA community to foster meaningful connections and grow our social media presence.
-Design graphics and other visual materials to accompany posts, ensuring content is visually appealing and on-brand.
-Coordinate with JETAA chapters to promote events, sharing relevant updates and information.
-Track engagement metrics and adapt strategies to optimize reach and impact.
-Stay informed about social media trends to enhance our outreach efforts.
Qualifications:
-Proven experience managing social media platforms, preferably in a community-focused or nonprofit setting.
-A passion for helping our JETAA community connect with each other and network.
-Strong graphic design skills and proficiency with design tools (e.g., Canva).
-Excellent communication and coordination skills; ability to work effectively within a small team.
-Self-motivated and organized with the ability to manage time and prioritize tasks independently.
-Interest in and familiarity with the JETAA community or cultural exchange programs is a plus.
Preferred Skills:
-Experience growing and engaging online communities.
-Creative approach to storytelling and audience engagement.
-Basic knowledge of analytics tools to monitor social media performance.
-Familiarity with the JETAA community and the JET Program experience.
-Experience using Discord and Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Docs, etc.).
To be considered:
This position will remain open until filled. Please submit the following by email to: contact@usjetaa.org
1. your resume
2. a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the role, your experience with social media engagement (this may be the body of your email)
3. three (3) examples of social media content or graphic design work you’ve created
EEO: USJETAA is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
On Saturday, January 25th, Kansas Subchapter representative Baiba Sedriks has organized a viewing of this documentary telling the American story of May Namba and her experience through World War II and the incarceration of Japanese Americans. Doors open at 6PM CT and the screening will be followed by a Q&A with director Emily Hanako Momohara.
Registration is required! Full details can be found on Heartland's Facebook Page and you can click here to sign-up. We hope you'll be able to join our neighbor's event!
