Institution: Consulate-General of Japan in Houston
Location: Houston, TX
Education: college degree
Deadline: August 26, 2013

Title : Political and Economic Affairs Assistant
Salary：Commensurate with experience
Benefits : Paid vacation, medical/dental insurance, US federal and some Japanese national holidays
Working hours : 9:00am – 5:00pm, Monday – Friday * some evenings and weekends required for special events and receptions

Primary Duties & Responsibilities :
– Research and analyze political and economic issues for the states in the Consulate jurisdiction (currently Texas & Oklahoma), with a heavy concentration on local industries and regional politics
– Write daily news reports summarizing relevant local, regional, national and Japan related news articles
– Assist with preparation and planning of events and receptions related to the Consulate
– Write speeches and presentations for diplomats
– Assist in writing of letters
– Assist other sections of the Consulate as required
– Other administrative duties and assisting the diplomats with day-to-day tasks

Required qualification :
– US nationality or possession of work permits in US
– College degree in a related field
– Native-level English ability
– Strong organization and communication skills
– Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications
– Basic Knowledge of Japan
– Japanese language skills (favorable)

See the Consulate-General page for full application details.