Japan Foundation, Manila

Japanese-Language Education

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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 Deadline
1 Japanese-Language Lecturer Japanese Language Education May 20, 2022

2. How to Apply
Please submit the following documents to the JFM via e-mail with the subject “JLL Application”. The JFM will notify successful candidates via e-mail to invite them for 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);

3. 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. Masashi Kawamura)

Job Description

Job Title Japanese-Language Lecturer
Contract
  • From June 1, 2022 – March 31, 2023
  • The contract may be extended depending on performance

Main Purpose of Job
The Japan Foundation, Manila (JFM) recruits a Japanese-Language Lecturer (JLL). The JLL will 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 JLL are as follows:

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.

Specifications

Academic Background Bachelor’s degree or advanced diploma
Work Experience
  • A Japanese-language teacher with 3 or more years of teaching experience (preferably using the course book “Irodori”)
  • Experience as an office worker (preferably in a Japanese company)
Skills
  • Basic Knowledge in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
  • Minimum of JLPT N3 Japanese Language proficiency
Personality
  • Ability to work proactively, efficiently, and creatively
  • Ability to work as a team (team player)
  • Interested in the Japanese-language education that leads to sending human resources to Japan
  • Aspires to develop a long term career as a Japanese-language educator in JFM
Office Equipment Preferably equipped with a 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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Japanese Teaching Methods Program for Teachers of Specified Skilled Worker Candidates FY 2022

The Japan Foundation Japanese-Language Institute, Urawa (https://www.jpf.go.jp/e/urawa/e_about/index.html) now offers the Japanese Teaching Methods Program for Teachers of Specified Skilled Worker Candidates both On-site  (in Japan) and Online.

This program will strengthen the teachers’ understanding of the theory and approach of the Japanese language teaching methodology that focuses on accomplishing tasks and improving the Japanese language education needed for daily life and work.

Eligibility:

  • Individuals with experience in teaching Japanese language for more than one year as of April 1, 2022. (private lessons and teaching practice not included)
  • Those 55 years old or below as of April 1, 2022 will be prioritized.
  • Level N3 in the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT), Level 2 of the old JLPT, or their equivalent.

* Applications are accepted from institutions and organizations that provide Japanese language education to people who are expected to reside or work in Japan by working visa: Specified Skilled Worker. Applications from individuals will not be accepted.

Deadline for document submission – May 2, 2022.

Document submission:

  • Please email all necessary documents in ONE email with the subject, “Japanese Teaching Methods Program FY2022 (applicant’s full name)”, to Ms. Ayukawa (kayukawa＠jfmo.org.ph). Once the application is emailed, the JFM will check the documents and contact the applicant for correction if necessary.
  • After evaluation, please standby for instructions to mail the hardcopy of your application documents to the JFM office (Japan Foundation, Manila).

The JFM’s mailing address:

23/F Pacific Star Building, Sen. Gil Puyat Avenue corner Makati Avenue, Makati City, 1226 Philippines (Attn: Ms. Ayukawa)

Candidates may apply for both the On-site and Online program. However, candidates can only be allowed to participate in one program. The contents on both programs will be the same.

Application Instruction – Online and On-site (Eng)

申請書類 – 訪日＆オンライン（日本語）

 

 

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2022 JAPANESE LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TEST ON JULY 3 (SUNDAY) Manila and Davao City (Online Application)

The Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) will be held on Sunday – July 3, 2022, in Manila and Davao. The JLPT is administered worldwide by the Japan Foundation in cooperation with other cultural exchange/educational institutions, in order to evaluate and certify the Japanese Language proficiency of non-native speakers.

Due to the current situation caused by the pandemic, the test will be held only in Manila and Davao with a restricted number of applications for the safety of the examinees.

▼General Guide on JLPT 2022 https://bit.ly/JLPTguide2022

▼Test Guide of the Philippines  https://bit.ly/JLPT2022aTestGuidePH

Test Level

– Manila: N1 and N2 (maximum of 1,000 applicants – total number for both N1 and N2)

– Davao: N1, N2, and N3 (maximum of 500 applicants – total number for N1, N2, and N3)

Application Procedure

Applicants must register online from March 1 to 10, 2022.

Online Application Forms and the details of the application procedure can be accessed at the website of The Japan Foundation, Manila <www.jfmo.org.ph/>.

  • For Individual Applications

Applicants need to pay the corresponding registration fee and then upload a copy of the payment slip on the Online Application Form to complete the application.

  • For Group Applications

(10 or more applicants paying as a group through a company/institution)

  1. Each applicant under the group must register on the online form during the application period (March 1 to 10).
  2. The representative of the group must submit a list of applicants by March 10, 2022, to the host institution by email.
  3. The deadline for the payment of the Group Application is March 24, 2022.

 HOST INSTITUTIONS (Manila and Davao)

 

MANILA

The Japan Foundation, Manila (JFM)

23/F Pacific Star Bldg., Sen. Gil Puyat Ave. (Buendia Ext.) cor. Makati Ave., Makati City

email: jlpt@jfmo.org.ph

TEST SITE/CENTER:  DE LA SALLE UNIVERSITY – MANILA (Andrew Building), Taft Avenue, Manila

 

DAVAO

Mindanao Kokusai Daigaku (MKD)

Angliongto Ave., Mamay Road, Lanang, Davao City

email: mkd.jlpt.davao@gmail.com

Tel: (082) 233 – 0013 / (082) 233 – 0081 / (082) 285 – 6146

TEST SITE/CENTER:  MINDANAO KOKUSAI DAIGAKU (MKD), Mamay Road, Lanang, Davao City

 

REGISTRATION FEE

N1 and N2  –  P 1,500.00        

N3 – P 1,100.00

IMPORTANT NOTICE

             

          The JLPT TEST VOUCHER, a VALID PHOTO ID CARD (government-issued), and a VACCINATION CARD / VAX CERTIFICATE (with Booster) is required to be presented on the TEST DAY at the designated Test Site.

 

          Successful examinees will be issued Certificates of Japanese-Language Proficiency by October 2022.

 

          All examinees will receive a Score Report. Results will be available on the JLPT Worldwide Official Website by the end of August 2022.

 

Download:  【Final】2022 JULY JLPT PR rev

 

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Hiragana A1 Tutor Support Course | Registration Deadline: January 17 (Monday)

This is an online course where one can learn Hiragana* in about two months. Students will do online exercises and attend Group Online Lessons.
*Hiragana is one of the three types of scripts in the Japanese language.

Course-Can do:
–  Can read Hiragana : starting from single hiragana characters to words and sentences
– Can write Hiragana : by typing on a computer and writing manually

Modes of Tutor Support
– Group Online Lessons via Zoom on February 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26, and April 2, 2022 (Saturdays), from  9:00 to 10:00 AM (Manila time)
– Monitoring of the students’ learning progress; exchange of information among students / teachers through the Notice Board.

Assessment
– Completion of online exercises and online test
– Taking the reading test during the Group Online Lesson on March 26, 2022.

Registration Link: https://minato-jf.jp/CourseDetail/Index/MA21_HRGT_A100_EN02
(Details about the registration procedure is on the flyer)

Registration Period January 5 – 17, 2022
Course Period February 5 – April 5, 2022
Result of Selection Process January 18, 2022
Course Operator The Japan Foundation Manila
Course Type   Tutor Support
Course Fee Php 1,000
Eligibility ★ This is a teacher support course for Filipinos who want to learn how to read and write hiragana.
★ Only those who can attend the Group Online Lessons via Zoom are eligible to register.
Schedule of the Group Online Lessons Time: 9:00 to 10:00 AM
Dates: February 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26, and April 2, 2022 (Saturdays)
Platform: Zoom
Payment Period* January 18 – 24, 2021 (15:00, Manila time)

ABOUT THE STUDENT SELECTION PROCESS
This is a course where participants are determined by a selection process. For those who wish to apply, please read the course outline carefully. Then, within the designated application time period, please click the ‘Course Registration’ button and complete the application.

*Please note that cancellation after payment will not be allowed. In the event that the course should not push through due to circumstances beyond the control of JFM, a refund will be made in accordance with regulations.

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MARUGOTO Conversational Japanese for Everyone A2-1 Module 1 Online Course (January – May 2022)

This course is the continuation of the MARUGOTO Japanese for Beginners (Starter A1 Module 2) Online Course. 

Group online support will be provided to students who will be learning Japanese using the JF Japanese e-Learning Minato course, Marugoto A2-1 (Katsudoo & Rikai) Self-Study Course. While doing the self study lessons, students will be able to practice Japanese with their teacher and classmates through online sessions. Both the Katsudoo (activity) and Rikai (competence)  portions of a lesson will be taken up in each 2-hour session of the course.

Study Mode:
A) Group Online Sessions (via Zoom): 2 hours / lesson, once a week  (Tuesdays, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.)
B) Self-study using the JF e-Learning Minato (Computer, tablet or smartphone is required*)
C) Individual Online Sessions will be offered twice.
*Please check the recommended operating systems in the “Course Environment” tab in the Minato website: https://minato-jf.jp/Guide/Index

At the end of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance, such as very basic personal and family information, seasons and weather, etc.
  2. Communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters.
  3. Describe in simple terms aspects of his/her background, immediate environment and matters in areas of immediate need.
  4. Broaden one’s view, understand the culture of Japan and other countries, and develop the competence in intercultural understanding by taking up Japanese culture distinct from that of the Philippines.

Course Details

Course Period January 18 – May 10, 2022 
Course Fee P5,000  
Eligibility Filipino residents who are at least 17 years old
Can read Hiragana and Katakana
Those who pass the Level Check Test
Application Deadline  December 6, 2021 (5:00 PM)

Please submit the application form (https://bit.ly/3c3Qibc) no later than December 6, 2021 (Monday, 5:00 PM).
For those who have NOT taken the JFM “Marugoto A1 Module 2 Katsudoo & Rikai Course” within the last six months, please make sure to upload a screenshot of the Course Recommendation Test Result onto the form: https://www.marugoto-online.jp/info/level_check_test/?lang=eng.

JFM will also conduct a qualifying Level Check Test for confirmation.

Qualifying Level Check Test Schedule (maximum of one hour)

December 9, 2021 (Thursday) 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM
1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM
December 10, 2021 (Friday) 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM
1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM

Payment: Payment details will be sent after passing the qualifying Level Check Test.
Payment mode:  Once you receive a confirmation email, bank details will be sent.
After payment, please send your proof of transaction (e.g. deposit slip or screenshot of the receipt with your name) to nihongo1@jfmo.org.ph.
Please note that cancellation after payment will not be allowed. In the event that the course should not push through due to circumstances beyond the control of JFM, a refund will be made in accordance with regulations.

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MARUGOTO Japanese for Beginners (Starter A1 Module 1) Online Course (January – April 2022)

This online course is for beginners who are interested in Japanese language and culture. Group online support will be provided to students who will be learning Japanese using the JF Japanese e-Learning Minato course, Marugoto A1-1 (Katsudoo & Rikai) Self-Study Course. The online sessions will be conducted via Zoom. 

There are 2 segments in this course, Katsudoo (activity) and Rikai (competence).

  • In the Katsudoo segment, communicative language activities are provided and used within the context of Japanese settings, such as introducing yourself, talking about your favorite food, etc. Students will be able to speak simple Japanese right away.
  • In the Rikai segment, language structure, such as Japanese script, vocabulary, grammar, etc. will be learned for those who want to learn about the Japanese Language systematically through various communicative activities.

    * These segments will be taken consecutively. Certificates will be issued separately.

Study Mode:
A) Group Online Sessions (via Zoom):
one hour/lesson, twice a week  (Tuesdays & Fridays, 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.)
B) Self-study using the JF e-Learning Minato (Computer, tablet or smartphone is required*)
 **Individual Online Sessions will be offered.

*Please check the recommended operating systems in the “Course Environment” tab in the Minato website: https://minato-jf.jp/Guide/Index

At the end of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type, such as how to order food and drinks.
  2. Introduce oneself and others, and can ask and answer questions about personal details such as one’s family and where one lives.
  3. Interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly, and is prepared to help.
  4. Broaden one’s view, understand the culture of other countries, and develop the competence in intercultural understanding by taking up Japanese culture distinct from that of the Philippines.

Course Details:

Course Period
Katsudoo Segment (Activity)
Rikai Segment (Competence)
January 14 (Fri.) – March 1, 2022 (Tues.)
March 11 (Fri.) – April 29, 2022 (Fri.)
Course Fee P2,200 each segment
(Payment via bank transfer/deposit)
Payment Deadline
Katsudoo Segment (Activity)
Rikai Segment (Competence)
December 10, 2021 (Fri.)
February 23, 2022 (Wed.)
Eligibility Beginner learners (without Japanese background)
At least 17 years old who currently reside in the Philippines
Class Size Maximum of 16 students (first-come, first-served basis)
Download Marugoto A1 Module 1 Online Course (Jan-April 2022)

Kindly fill-up the duly accomplished application form (bit.ly/3D4CPfc)  on or before 6 December 2021 (Monday, 5PM). Successful applicants will be sent a confirmation email together with the bank details. 

Please note that cancellation after payment will not be allowed. In the event that the course should not push through due to circumstances beyond the control of JFM, a refund will be made in accordance with regulations.  

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【Important Notice】JFT-Basic:For those who plan to take a test at the test centers in Manila and Davao (PHJ01, 02 and 04)

From November onwards, only fully vaccinated people will be allowed to take the test.

Test-takers are requested to show their Vaccine Card (either digital or printed is acceptable) or
any certificate application provided by the local government at the test center.

If Test-takers fail to show their own vaccination card/certificate at the test center, or the name on the card/certificate does not match their ID, they will be counted Absent and the test fee will not be refunded.

For those who plan to take a test at the test center in Cebu (PHJ03):
At this time, regardless of whether they have been vaccinated or not, all applicants are allowed to take a test.
If there are any changes to the regulations, it will be announced on this page.

* Test Centers follow the Philippine government policy and operate based on them.

Please refer to the link below.
http://ac.prometric-jp.com/testlist/jfe/jftbasic_philippines.html

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Kanji Hajimete A2 Tutor Support Course | Registration Deadline: September 20 (Monday)

This is an online course for those who are interested in or want to start learning  Kanji* in about one month. Students will do online exercises and attend Group Online Lessons. Students will learn the features of kanji characters and methods on how to study kanji by taking up 36 A2 level kanji characters.
*Kanji is one of the three types of scripts in the Japanese language.

Course-Can do:
– Distinguish the forms, understand the meanings, read, and write the 36 kanji characters introduced in this course
– Know the background of Japanese Kanji and the methods in learning kanji

Modes of Tutor Support
– Group Online Lessons via Zoom on October 16, 23, and November 6, 2021 (Saturdays), from  11:00 AM to 12:00 NN (Manila time)
– Monitoring of the students’ learning progress; exchange of information among students / teachers through the Notice Board.

Assessment
– Completion of online exercises and online test

Registration Link: https://minato-jf.jp/CourseDetail/Index/MA21_KNHT_A200_EN01
(Details about the registration procedure is on the flyer)

Registration Period September 2 – 20, 2021
Course Period October 2 – November 9, 2021
Result of Selection Process September 21, 2021
Course Operator The Japan Foundation Manila
Course Type   Tutor Support
Course Fee Php 600
Eligibility ★This is a teacher support course for Filipinos who have studied hiragana and katakana.
★ Only those who can attend the Group Online Lessons via Zoom are eligible to register.
Schedule of the Group Online Lessons Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 NN
Dates: October 16, 23, and November 6, 2021.
Platform: Zoom
Payment Period* September 21 – 27, 2021 (15:00, Manila time)

ABOUT THE STUDENT SELECTION PROCESS
This is a course where participants are determined by a selection process. For those who wish to apply, please read the course outline carefully. Then, within the designated application time period, please click the ‘Course Registration’ button and complete the application.

Note: The results of the selection process are scheduled to be sent through email on September 21. Please note that those who will not be selected will automatically be placed on a waitlist, of which the results will be sent through email by September 28.

*Please note that cancellation after payment will not be allowed. In the event that the course should not push through due to circumstances beyond the control of JFM, a refund will be made in accordance with regulations.

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