Job Opening at the Consulate-General of Japan in Hagatna, Receptionist and General Administrative Support (1 Position Available)

The Consulate-General of Japan in Hagatna is seeking to hire one (1) local staff member to serve as Receptionist and General Administrative Support under the following terms: 1. Job Description
Receptionist and General Administrative Support (Local Staff)
The Receptionist will serve as the first point of contact for visitors and callers and provide general administrative support to the office. Primary responsibilities include welcoming visitors, handling inquiries, supporting daily office operations, assisting the Deputy Consul General, and providing support for public relations and cultural programs. The position requires professionalism, reliability, and strong communication skills in a multicultural environment.
Primary duties include:

• Reception duties, including greeting visitors and responding to inquiries
• General office administrative tasks and clerical support
• Assistance with public relations and cultural programs
• Other related duties as assigned

2. Application Requirements
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:

• 18 years of age or older.
• Valid U.S. work authorization (for non-U.S. citizens).
• Completion of high school or equivalent level of education.
• Business-level proficiency in both Japanese and English (daily interaction with Japanese officials and visitors).
• Strong knowledge of and proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), including the ability to create and manage documents and data.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a cooperative and team-oriented attitude.
• Interest in Japanese government policies and Japanese culture is preferred.

3. Expected Start Date
April 2026 (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

• First Screening: Document review (Late January – Early February)
• Second Screening: Written test and interview (Mid-February)

Only those who pass the first screening will be contacted for the second screening. 7. Application Deadline
Applications must arrive by 5:00 PM, Tuesday, January 27, 2026. 8. Application Documents

• 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 for Receptionist” 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)

9. Additional Notes

• 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.