Job Opening at the Consulate-General of Japan in Hagatna (1 Position Available)
2025/9/25
The Consulate-General of Japan in Hagatna is seeking to hire one (1) local staff member primarily responsible for Secretary under the following terms:
1. Job Description
Secretary to Consul-General (Local Staff)
The Secretary will provide comprehensive administrative and organizational support to the Consul-General and diplomatic officials. Core responsibilities include managing schedules and correspondence, preparing and reviewing official documents, coordinating protocol and public relations activities, and assisting with cultural programs and general office operations. The role requires discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to handle diverse tasks in a professional environment.
2. Application Requirements
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
3. Expected Start Date
November 2025 (tentative). The first six months of employment will be considered a probationary period.
4. Work Schedule
Full-time position.
Working hours: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM – 5:15 PM on weekdays (38.75 hours per week).
5. Workplace
Consulate-General of Japan in Hagatna
ITC Building, Suite 604
590 S. Marine Corps Dr., Tamuning, Guam 96913
6. Selection Process
7. Application Deadline
Must arrive by 13:00, Thursday, October 9, 2025.
8. Application Documents
9. Additional Notes
Secretary to Consul-General (Local Staff)
The Secretary will provide comprehensive administrative and organizational support to the Consul-General and diplomatic officials. Core responsibilities include managing schedules and correspondence, preparing and reviewing official documents, coordinating protocol and public relations activities, and assisting with cultural programs and general office operations. The role requires discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to handle diverse tasks in a professional environment.
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- 20 years of age or older.
- Valid U.S. work authorization (for non-U.S. citizens).
- University/college degree (undergraduate or equivalent).
- Native-level proficiency in English.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams).
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative, team-oriented attitude.
- Interest in Japanese government policies and Japanese culture is preferred.
November 2025 (tentative). The first six months of employment will be considered a probationary period.
Full-time position.
Working hours: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM – 5:15 PM on weekdays (38.75 hours per week).
Consulate-General of Japan in Hagatna
ITC Building, Suite 604
590 S. Marine Corps Dr., Tamuning, Guam 96913
- First Screening: Document review (Mid-October)
- Second Screening: Written test and interview (Late October)
Only those who pass the first screening will be contacted for the second screening.
Must arrive by 13:00, Thursday, October 9, 2025.
- Please submit a resume with a recent photo (in any format) by email in PDF format. Resumes will not be returned. Please include a brief statement of motivation in your resume.
- Email address: infocgj@ag.mofa.go.jp
- Please include “Job Application” in the subject line of your email.
- Applicants who pass the first screening will be asked to bring the following documents to the written test and interview:
- Copy of a valid work permit (if applicable)
- Copy of academic transcripts, certificates, and letters of recommendation (letters of recommendation are optional)
- No travel or accommodation expenses will be provided for the written test or interview.
- For inquiries, please contact us via the email address above (English). Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.