Job Announcement - Assistant to the Consul-General of Japan in Nashville
2025/6/12
The Consulate-General of Japan in Nashville is recruiting one individual to serve in the position of Assistant to the Consul-General of Japan. Please submit the required documents (see section 6: How to Apply) to the email address listed below by June 23, 2025 (Monday).
For detailed information, please refer to the application guide below.
1．Working Conditions
Working Hours:
Monday through Friday (excluding holidays) 8:30 am to 5:15 pm (with a 1-hour lunch break) Note: Overtime and occasional holiday work may be required. (Overtime allowance will be paid.)
Holidays: US federal and some Japanese national holidays, and annual paid leave.
Benefits: Medical Insurance (80% premium paid by the employer)
Dental Insurance (80% premium paid by the employer)
Work Location: Consulate-General of Japan in Nashville, etc.
2．Start of Employment
July 17, 2025 (projected; subject to change)
3．Responsibilities
4．Eligibility Requirements
Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or Green Card Holder
Note: Please indicate your status on your resume (i.e., U.S. citizen or permanent resident).
5．Qualities Required for the Role
6．How to Apply
Please send the following documents to the email address below with the subject line “Application for Assistant to the Consul-General”.
Email: hrnashville@nv.mofa.go.jp
Subject: Application for Assistant to the Consul-General of Japan
Attn: Mr. Yamasaki
Note: Only applicants who pass the document screening will be contacted.
7．Application Deadline
June 23, 2025
8．Selection Process
Only those who pass the document screening will be contacted and invited for an interview.
Please note that we cannot respond to inquiries regarding the selection process.
For detailed information, please refer to the application guide below.
1．Working Conditions
Working Hours:
Monday through Friday (excluding holidays) 8:30 am to 5:15 pm (with a 1-hour lunch break) Note: Overtime and occasional holiday work may be required. (Overtime allowance will be paid.)
Holidays: US federal and some Japanese national holidays, and annual paid leave.
Benefits: Medical Insurance (80% premium paid by the employer)
Dental Insurance (80% premium paid by the employer)
Work Location: Consulate-General of Japan in Nashville, etc.
2．Start of Employment
July 17, 2025 (projected; subject to change)
3．Responsibilities
- Managing the Consul-General’s schedule
- Arranging appointments and meetings
- Drafting and editing letters, emails, and other documents
- Performing other administrative tasks as needed
4．Eligibility Requirements
Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or Green Card Holder
Note: Please indicate your status on your resume (i.e., U.S. citizen or permanent resident).
5．Qualities Required for the Role
- Proficiency in English
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent reading comprehension
- Proficiency in general office tasks using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, etc.
- Ability to multi-task, follow procedures, and complete tasks with accuracy
- Strong ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with internal and external parties
- Demonstrated ability to build trusting relationships
- Ability to contribute as a team member to achieve organizational goals
6．How to Apply
Please send the following documents to the email address below with the subject line “Application for Assistant to the Consul-General”.
- Cover letter (in English or Japanese)
- Resume (in English or Japanese)
Email: hrnashville@nv.mofa.go.jp
Subject: Application for Assistant to the Consul-General of Japan
Attn: Mr. Yamasaki
Note: Only applicants who pass the document screening will be contacted.
7．Application Deadline
June 23, 2025
8．Selection Process
Only those who pass the document screening will be contacted and invited for an interview.
Please note that we cannot respond to inquiries regarding the selection process.