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Job Vacancy Announcement: Japanese-Language Lecturer

The Japan Foundation, Manila (JFM) would like to invite applications for the following position:

  1. Job Opportunity
No. Title Field Closing Date
1  Japanese-Language Lecturer Japanese Language Education Saturday, July 31, 2021
  1. How to Apply

Please submit the following documents to the JFM via e-mail with the subtitle of 【AJLL】Application. The successful candidates will be notified by e-mail, and invited for (the written exam and) the interview.

  • Duly accomplished JFM Application Form; (JFM-official-Application-FormProject (Japanese-Language Lecturer))
  • Curriculum Vitae (with profile picture taken within 6 months);
  • 1 copy of valid ID card (government-issued)
  • 1 copy of the certificate of graduation from Higher Educational Institution or of advanced diploma;
  • 1 copy of the certificate of Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (if any);
  1. Contact and Inquiries

The Japan Foundation, Manila
Address: 23F, Pacific Star Bldg., Sen. Gil Puyat Ave. corner Makati Ave., Makati City
TEL: 02-811-6155 to 58  FAX: 02-811-6153
E-mail: recruit@jfmo.org.ph
(Contact person: Mr. Yasujiro TAKEI)

 

Job Description

Job Title: Administrative Japanese-Language Lecturer
Contract: Contractual from August 1, 2021, to March 31, 2022.

Main Purpose of Job:

The Japan Foundation, Manila (JFM) recruits an Administrative Japanese-Language Lecturer (AJLL) to engage in the projects related to Japanese-Language Education provided by the JFM such as the Japan Foundation Test for Basic Japanese (JFT-Basic) which is used as a test to measure the level of Japanese language proficiency needed to obtain the residency status of “Specified Skilled Worker (i).  The duties of the AJLL are as follows:

・To accomplish administrative tasks related to PR of the JFT-Basic;

・To give a lecture according to the Japanese-language coursebook Irodori: Japanese for Life in Japan developed by the Japan Foundation;

・To engage in other services incidental to the above.

Responsibilities:

  • As an Administrative Assistant

Assist in smooth and efficient coordination and arrangement in implementing a project which includes coordination with various stakeholders.

  • As a Lecturer

Provide quality Japanese language learning/teaching courses with the guidance of Japanese-Language experts and other personnel of the JFM.

  • Assessment

Prepare an assessment report of each project implemented.

Specification:

Academic Background ・Bachelor’s degree or advanced diploma
Work Experience A Japanese language teacher. Or someone who aspires to become a Japanese language teacher.
Skills ・Basic knowledge in MS Office suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
・Minimum of N3 or preferably native level of Japanese Language proficiency.
Personality ・Ability to work proactively, efficiently, and creatively.
・Ability to work as a team (team player)
Office Equipment ・Preferably equipped with PC, but rental PC is available by the JFM

Benefits:

The salary will be decided based on the qualification of the successful candidate. The basic benefits will be provided as determined by the Labor Code of the Philippines.

 

 

 

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Recruitment of Filipino Japanese-language Lecturers

The Japan Foundation, Manila is looking for Filipino Japanese-language Lecturers to handle the Japanese-Language Course for JPEPA Nurse & Care Worker Candidates (Batch 14). 

◎ Features of the course

Lecturers will be asked to handle a special intensive course of 7 months for nurse & care worker candidates who will work in Japan under the Japan-Philippines Economic Partnership Agreement (JPEPA). This course has been designed especially for the purpose of enabling the learners to use the Japanese language at their workplaces such as hospitals and caregiving facilities, and also for them to learn how to adapt to a culture and society different from their own, namely Japan. Lecturers are expected to teach only in Japanese (Direct Method) and to encourage learners to explore and discover new things during the lessons, instead of just providing grammatical rules and drills, thus helping the learners attain autonomous learning, whether at study or work, upon their arrival in Japan. 

 

◎ We require lecturers to be: 

■ Cooperative —— a lecturer who can work with Japanese and other Filipino lecturers as a team.
■ Flexible ———— a lecturer who can respond accordingly to the learners’ actual needs and readiness, not just relying on his/her own experience.
■ Open-minded — a lecturer who is capable of trying different ways to teach. 

◎ Details of Employment: 

Employment Period
(Tentative)
・Preparatory Seminar: About 10 days in around October 2021
・Preparatory Meeting: About 3 days in around November 2021
・Japanese-language Course: From around November 2021 to May 2022 

Working Place
(Tentative)
・TBD (Depending on the situation with COVID-19, the Japanese-language Course may start as an online course)
・Preparatory Seminar will be held online or at The Japan Foundation, Manila. 

Working Day
・From Monday to Friday (3 to 6 sessions/day)
・Working days are negotiable. 

Working Hours
・8:00 ~ 16:00 (50min × 3 to 6 sessions/day and team meeting (once a week)) 

Payment
・Standard pay scale of The Japan Foundation, Manila 

Documents to be submitted

1．Form-1: JPEPA Lecturer Application Form, attached with passport-size photo (4.5×3.5cm)
2．Form-2: Japanese-language Teaching Experience Application Form
3．Photocopy of the JLPT Certificate (if you have) 

Please submit the documents by email  (epa.ph.2019@gmail.com).
Deadline: August 15, 2021 (Sun) 

◎ Selection Process includes: 

1．Screening of documents submitted
2．Interview (Japanese-language Education), teaching demonstration, and Japanese examination in September 2021 (The interview may be held online).

※ For inquiries, please contact us by email (epa.ph.2019@gmail.com) 

Download: 

EPA14-Application-Form-1 (Microsoft Word)
EPA14-Application-Form-1 (PDF)
EPA14-Application-Form-2 (Microsoft Excel)
EPA14-Application-Form-2 (PDF)

 

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Job Vacancy: Project Coordinator (Japanese Language Education)

The Japan Foundation, Manila (JFM) would like to invite applications for the following position:

  1. Job Opportunity
No. Title Field Closing Date
1 Project Coordinator Japanese Language Education Deadline –Sunday, April 26, 2021
  1. How to Apply

Please submit the following documents to the JFM via e-mail with the subtitle of 【Project Coordinator】Application. The successful candidates will be notified by e-mail, and invited for (the written exam and) the interview.

  • Duly accomplished JFM Application Form; (Download here:  JFM official Application Form(Project Coordinator) 
  • Curriculum Vitae (with profile picture taken within 6 months);
  • 1 copy of valid ID card (government-issued);
  • 1 copy of the certificate of graduation from Higher Educational;
  • 1 copy of the certificate of Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (if any);

 

  1. Contact and Inquiries

Contact and Inquiries
The Japan Foundation, Manila
Address: 23F, Pacific Star Bldg., Sen. Gil Puyat Ave. corner Makati Ave., Makati City
TEL: 02-811-6155 to 58 FAX: 02-811-6153
E-mail: recruit@jfmo.org.ph
(Contact person: Mr. Takeshi Matsumoto)

 

Job Description

Job Title: Project Coordinator (Japanese Language Education Section)
Contract: Until March 31, 2022.  Contract renewal might be applied subject to a mutual agreement of the parties.

 

Main Purpose of Job:

The Japan Foundation, Manila (JFM) recruits a Project Coordinator to engage in the projects related to Japanese-Language Education provided by the JFM such as the Japan Foundation Test for Basic Japanese (JFT-Basic) which is used as a test to measure the level of Japanese language proficiency needed to obtain the residency status of “Specified Skilled Worker (i).  The duties of the AJLL are as follows:

・To accomplish administrative tasks related to PR of the JFT-Basic and the Japanese-language coursebook Irodori: Japanese for Life in Japan developed by the Japan Foundation;
・To engage in other services incidental to the above.

Responsibilities:

  • As an Administrative Assistant

Assist in smooth and efficient coordination and arrangement in implementing a project which includes coordination with various stakeholders.

  • Assessment

Prepare an assessment report of each project implemented.

Specification:

Academic Background ・Bachelor’s degree or above
Work Experience ・Minimum of 2-3 years working experience is required.
・Preferably with work experience in a Japanese affiliated company as an office clerk.
Skills ・Proficiency in MS Office suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
 ･ Capability of creating accurate documents and materials.
・Excellent English communication skills both written and oral.
・Minimum of N3 or above level of Japanese Language proficiency.
・Writing skills in the Japanese Language which do not cause miscommunication.
Personality ・Ability to work proactively, efficiently, and creatively.
・Ability to work as a team (team player)
Office Equipment ・Preferably equipped with PC, but rental PC is available from JFM

Benefits:

The salary will be decided based on the qualification of a successful candidate.
The basic benefits will be provided as determined by the Labor Code of the Philippines.

 

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Job Vacancy: Program Officer for Arts and Culture & Public Relations

The Japan Foundation, Manila (JFM) would like to invite applications for the following position:

  1. Job Opportunity
No. Title Field Closing Date
1 Program Officer Arts and Culture & Public Relations Deadline –Monday, April 5, 2021
  1. How to Apply

Please submit the following documents to the JFM via e-mail. The successful candidates will be notified by e-mail and invited for the written exam and the interview.

  • Duly accomplished JFM Application Form; (Download here:  20210319_ JFM official Application Form [Art PR])
  • Curriculum Vitae (with profile picture was taken within 6 months);
  • 1 copy of valid ID card (government-issued)
  • 1 copy of the certificate of graduation from Higher Educational Institution;
  • 1 copy of the certificate of Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (if any);
  1. Contact and Inquiries

The Japan Foundation, Manila
Address: 23F, Pacific Star Bldg., Sen. Gil Puyat Ave. corner Makati Ave., Makati City
TEL: 02-811-6155 to 58  FAX: 02-811-6153
E-mail: recruit@jfmo.org.ph
(Contact person: Mr. Wataru Abe)

 

Job Description

Job Title: Program Officer (Arts and Culture & Public Relations Section)
Contract: Contractual (1 year) with possible renewal subject to a mutual agreement of the parties.

Main Purposes of Job:

  1. To provide support for the Arts and Culture projects, mainly in the field of Visual Art and Intellectual Exchange, which will be carried out under the initiative of the Japan Foundation. In particular, to provide support for project implementation and assessment, research, and program design/development.
  2. To provide assistance for Public Relations, which includes, creating and implementing a marketing strategy/plan, and writing and editing an article related to our activities.

Responsibilities:

  • Implementation
    Assist in smooth and efficient coordination and arrangement in implementing a project which includes coordination with various stakeholders.
  • Research and Program design and development
    Conduct field and literature research on the issues relevant to Arts and Culture which include attending seminars, the opening of exhibitions, performances/concerts conducted by local and international organizations.  Based on the outcome and observation/evaluation of the research and/or instruction from supervisor(s), prepare the project proposal and develop the framework in consultation with the supervisor(s).
  • Assessment
    Prepare an assessment report of each project implemented.

Specification:

Academic Background ・Bachelor’s  degree
Work Experience ・Minimum of 2-3 years working experience is required.
・ Preferably with work experience in the field of Arts and Culture, organizing public talk events, study tours, and editing publications.
・Preferably with work experience in PR and social media.
Skills ・Basic knowledge in MS Office suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
・Excellent English communication skills both written and oral.
Personality ・Ability to work proactively, efficiently, and creatively.
・Ability to work as a team (team player)

Benefits:

The salary will be decided based on the qualification of a successful candidate.
The basic benefits will be provided as determined by the Labor Code of the Philippines.

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Job Vacancy: Program Officer for Film (Arts and Culture Section)

The Japan Foundation was established in 1972 by special legislation in the Japanese Diet and became an Independent Administrative Institution in October 2003. The mission of the Japan Foundation is to promote international cultural exchange and mutual understanding between Japan and other countries. As the 18th overseas office, the Japan Foundation, Manila was founded in 1996, active in three focused areas: Arts and Culture; Japanese Studies and Intellectual Exchange; Japanese-Language Education Overseas.

The Japan Foundation, Manila (JFM) is seeking applications for the following position:

  1. Job Opportunity
No. Title Field Closing Date
1 Program Officer Arts and Culture (Film) Deadline –Sunday, March 21, 2021
  1. How to Apply

Please submit the following documents to the JFM via e-mail. The successful candidates will be notified by e-mail and invited for the written exam and the interview.

1)     Duly accomplished JFM Application Form; (Download here:  20210224_ JFM official Application Form (Arts and Culture, Film)
2)     Curriculum Vitae (with the profile the picture was taken within 6 months);
3)     1 copy of valid ID card (government-issued)
4)     1 copy of the certificate of graduation from a Higher Educational Institution;
5)     1 copy of the certificate of Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (if any);

  1. Contact and Inquiries

The Japan Foundation, Manila
Address: 23F, Pacific Star Bldg., Sen. Gil Puyat Ave. corner Makati Ave., Makati City
TEL: 02-8811-6155 to 58  FAX: 02-8811-6153
E-mail: recruit@jfmo.org.ph
(Contact person: Mr. Wataru Abe)

 

Job Description

Job Title: Program Officer [Arts and Culture (FILM)]
Contract: Contractual (1 year) with possible renewal subject to the mutual agreement of the parties. 

Main Purpose of Job:

To provide support for the Arts and Culture projects, mainly for JFF* and other film projects, which will be carried out under the initiative of the Japan Foundation. In particular, to provide support for project implementation and assessment, research, and program design/development.

*JFF:

The Japanese Film Festival (JFF), which had been previously known as EIGASAI in the Philippines, is a project held by the Japan Foundation to promote Japanese film around the world. With the slogan of ‘Japanese Film Anytime, Anywhere,’ the program was rebranded in 2016 and newly launched for 10 ASEAN countries and Australia. We continued holding the Festivals with the latest Japanese films while expanding our network to include countries like China, Russia, and India. In the year 2019-20, we held festivals in 56 cities in 12 countries, watched by more than 170,000 viewers (In the Philippines alone, the JFF has attracted more than 30,000 audiences in the same year). We will continue sharing the excellence of Japanese film with the world.

Responsibilities:

  • Implementation
    Assist in smooth and efficient coordination and arrangement in implementing a project which includes coordination with various stakeholders.
  • Research and Program design and development
    Conduct field and literature research on the issues relevant to Arts and Culture which include attending seminars, the opening of exhibitions, performances/concerts conducted by local and international organizations.  Based on the outcome and observation/evaluation of the research and/or instruction from supervisor(s), prepare a project proposal and develop the framework in consultation with the supervisor(s).
  • Assessment
    Prepare an assessment report of each project implemented.

Specification:

Academic Background ・Bachelor’s  degree
Work Experience ・Minimum of 2-3 years working experience is required.
・Preferably with work experience in the field of Arts and Culture, especially in the field of FILM.
・Previous experience in organizing film screenings, public events (onsite/online), study tours and editing publications.
・Preferably with work experience in PR and social media.
Skills ・Basic knowledge in MS Office suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
・Excellent English communication skills both written and oral.
Personality ・Ability to work proactively, efficiently, and creatively.
・Ability to work in a team (team player)

Benefits:

The salary will be decided based on the qualification of the successful candidate.
The basic benefits will be provided as determined by the Labor Code of the Philippines.

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Message from the New Director, SUZUKI Ben

I am a “balikbayan” – although I am newly appointed, I have been the Director of The Japan Foundation, Manila once from 2005 – 2010.

When I worked here in the Philippines in my previous term, I visited many regions around the country, from Batanes in the extremely far north to Basilan in the south and tried to develop cultural exchanges outside Metro Manila. In particular, I focused on interacting with Mindanao artists, researchers, NGOs, and students. Also, I tried not only to introduce Japanese culture, but to introduce the Philippine culture to Japan and the collaborative endeavor between us.

In order of further encourage Japanese language education, I launched with my colleagues the Nihongo Fiesta with the aim of forming a community of people learning Japanese – “nihongo-jin”. In this field, it has changed tremendously since 10 years ago. In addition to those in higher education and secondary education that JF has continuously focused on, it is being developed and promoted in various fields under such new schemes as “Economic Partnership Agreement” and “Specified Skilled Worker”. The number of Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) examinees has increased – ten times bigger, and Japanese language education is becoming more important and significant.

This time I started working in the Philippines in COVID-19 pandemic environment. What I learned after arrival here is that various online projects have been developed and the Philippines might be more advanced in digital transformation (DX) than Japan. The world of person-to-person communication in this virtual environment – we might be able to call it as the “semi-digital virtual sphere,” shows us new possibilities. This is like the relationship between virtual and real, neither repetitive nor mirrored – real and virtual connected with each other.

In an era wherein the new corona virus is widespread – worldwide, thus, a certain amount of reservation is imposed on globalization, which has never been imagined. There, the cross-border movement of people and things is severely restricted; and, in order to protect the safety of life – people are forced to shut themselves up in their nation and turn inward. In such an unexpected situation, it can be said that sharing of values ​​is tested as a link between us across national borders.

In the first place, I think that we are the ones who seek connection, and it can be said that human beings have made progress by connecting with each other. I think that is the essential meaning of international cultural exchange.

I would like to say that whatever kind of world awaits us in the future, I want to try to walk along with those who have aspiration and hope, and to contribute something for the creation of art and culture ceaselessly.

SUZUKI Ben
Director
The Japan Foundation, Manila

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Farewell Message from Director UESUGI Hiroaki

It has been my great pleasure to serve as Director of the Japan Foundation, Manila (JFM), and with sadness and pride I announce the end of my five-year term; I will be leaving the Philippines at the end of August for a new assignment in the Japan Foundation Headquarters in Tokyo.

I would like to express my sincerest gratitude for the kind support, cooperation, and friendship that made my assignment here very fulfilling and memorable. Together with my previous term as Assistant Director from 2000 to 2005, I have spent 10 years in this beautiful country. I really love the Philippines and I consider it my second home.

In the year 2020, COVID-19 has inflicted serious damage worldwide. However, I am really encouraged by the creative and laudable efforts in the Philippines by various practitioners.  I strongly believe that the Filipino people are brave, compassionate, and resourceful enough to overcome this unprecedented crisis. 

It is unfortunate that I have to go back to Japan during this time while everyone is facing this tough situation, and I deeply apologize for not being able to have the opportunity to meet with all of you who have been giving generous support to JFM.

My heartfelt thanks to all Filipino friends for giving me warm hospitality, smiles, and wonderful memories.

With JFM’s new leadership through Director SUZUKI Ben, rest assured that we will continue to make efforts to strengthen the bond and friendship between our two countries even more. I would greatly appreciate if you could extend to Director SUZUKI the same support you have generously accorded me. Let us work together so that we will be able to create a better way of life.

Once again, thank you very much and I wish you and your family the best of health, happiness, and prosperity.

Maraming salamat po.

Very truly yours,

UESUGI Hiroaki

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Rebranding the Nihongo for Every Juan Facebook page

The Japan Foundation, Manila will be rebranding the “Nihongo for Every Juan” Facebook page into “Irodori: Japanese for Life in Japan by JFM” to refocus our efforts to provide Japanese language learners the following: tips for studying Everyday Japanese, learning resources or references, and interesting events, as well as information related to the JFT-Basic.

Check out Irodori: Japanese for Life in Japan by JFM here.

 

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A Message from The Japan Foundation, Manila regarding the current Covid-19 crisis

20 April 2020

A Message from The Japan Foundation, Manila regarding the current Covid-19 crisis

We at the Japan Foundation, Manila hope that everyone is healthy and safe during this current crisis.

Following the declaration of an Extended Community Quarantine by the Philippine Government and to encourage social distancing for everyone’s safety, our Manila office is closed and our employees are working from home until the quarantine period is officially lifted. With the closure of our office, we also temporarily cancelled our Japanese-Language classes.

Moreover, as a precautionary measure against the spread of COVID-19, the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) originally scheduled on July 5 in Manila, Cebu, Davao and Cagayan de Oro will also be cancelled. More information can be found here.

As for JFT-Basic (Japan Foundation Test for Basic Japanese) scheduled in May, some changes in the schedule of the application and the test may occur in the future, so please be updated through the website. 

To stay updated with our announcements about our Japanese language classes and other programs, please follow us on Facebook.

Though the Covid-19 pandemic continues to impact our daily lives at work and home, I am really impressed with the praiseworthy actions and efforts in the Philippines by various practitioners in the field of arts & culture, education, and academe. We also want to share what we are doing to ensure the well-being of the communities in which we live in, and also to emphasize our commitment to providing helpful resources during this difficult time. Through the #JFManilaOnline project, everyone can learn Japanese, read about Philippine art, film, and literature, and watch films with free online materials and applications, as featured below:

  • Free Japanese Language online materials and applications: click here
  • Free Resources on Arts and Culture: Art Archive 01 // Art Archive 02 
  • Free online streaming of Japanese Films: click here
  • Arts and Culture Grants for Cultural Collaboration and Exchange

The Japan Foundation, Manila is looking to support imaginative cultural initiatives that reinforce solidarity between the Philippines, ASEAN countries and Japan to maintain a shared public space in response to the current global pandemic crisis and its effects. apply here

For urgent concerns and inquiries, please email us at email@jfmo.org.ph. Official announcements are posted on our Facebook page.

We hope that you and your families stay healthy, safe, and informed wherever you are.

Sincerely,

UESUGI Hiroaki
Director
The Japan Foundation, Manila

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