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FY 2012 Job opportunity: Coordinator for International Relations (CIR) at Tsukuba City Hall (updated Dec. 15, 2011)

Japanese version of the job posting is available on the Tsukuba City homepage.

1. Job Description:
Based on the instructions from the department, CIR is expected to engage in the following duties.

• Perform as an interpreter for foreign residents within Tsukuba City Hall (Including incoming/outgoing phone calls).
• Translate documents (Japanese <-> English) accurately.
• Accompany international exchange programs and act as interpreter.

2. Eligibility:

• Able to communicate fluently and accurately in Japanese (written and verbal)
• Any nationalilty
• Excel at translation and interpretation to and from Japanese accurately.
• Attended and graduated from secondary and post-secondary education in overseas country(s) where mother/national language is English.
• If the candidate is not a Japanese citizen or permanent resident, the candidate must have a valid resident status to work legally.
  • Those who aquire “Permit for Deviation of Status” is also eligible to apply for this position.

Recruiting Language: English
Number of Position: 1


3. Period of Employment:
April 1st, 2012 to March 31st, 2013


4. Work Location:
2530-2 Karima (Kenkyugakuen D32-2), Tsukuba-shi
Globalization and Culture Division, Citizens Service Department, Tsukuba City Hall


5. Number of days:
3 days a week (Work days will be specified. No work on Saturdays, Sundays or National Holidays.)

6. Hours:
From 8:30am to 5:15pm


7. Salary:
150,000 yen per month

• Income tax and employment insurance premiums will be automatically deducted from the paycheck.
• Traveling expenses will be paid separately based on distance under the provisions of Tsukuba city traveling expense regulation.
• No Health insurance plan or employees pension insurance provided.
• Amount of salary listed here is for FY2011. Salary for FY2012 may change.

8. Paid holidays:
CIR is entitled to 12 days of paid holidays during the period of employment.


9. Screening Method:
(1) Primary Selection: Candidates' applications are reviewed.
(2) Final Selection: Translation test and interview will be held on Monday, February 13, 2012.
※　Schedule for the test and the interview will be notified to those who pass the Primary Selection.


10. How to Apply:
Please submit the following documents to apply.

① Fill out the designated application form in Japanese and attach a photo (4cm x 3cm) taken within three-months.

• For correspondence purposes, please make sure to include your phone number and e-mail address on the application form. Please also note that the application will not be returned to the applicants.

② Photocopy of Alien Registration card or valid Japanese driver’s license (photocopy of both sides are required)


11. Application Deadline:
5pm on Monday, January 23, 2012

• You can submit the application form in person at Tsukuba City Hall (Globalization and Culture Division counter 39)or send by mail.
• If you are applying by mail, the application must reach us by the deadline.

For more information, please refer to “Application guidelines for Coordinator for International Relations (CIR) for FY2012.” To apply for the position, please read the application guideline carefully. Application guideline and application form can be downloaded below:

■Application guidelines for Coordinator for International Relations (CIR) for FY2012 (平成24年度つくば市国際交流員募集要項)

■Application Form for Coordinator for International Relations (CIR) for FY2012 (つくば市国際交流員応募申込書)




Applications and Inquiries:


〒305-8555
茨城県つくば市苅間2530番地（研究学園D32街区2画地）

つくば市国際・文化課
平成24年度つくば市国際交流員募集係


Phone: 029-883-1168
E-mail: ctz031@info.tsukuba.ibaraki.jp
*Information on inquiries is provided only in Japanese.

Topics: Employment
Relevant for: Residents

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