Position: Assistant for Political Affairs​

​Job Description

The Embassy of the State of Israel in Tokyo seeks an assistant for political affairs for its Political Department. The role involves contributing to different domains including diplomatic matters, foreign relations, projects, visits, and understanding Japan’s political landscape. The successful candidate will aid in managing the embassy's existing contacts while fostering new relationships.

Reporting Line

Directly reporting to the Political Counsellor.

Roles and Responsibilities

The position demands adaptability to evolving political agendas and occasional support across other embassy departments.

Key Responsibilities include: 

-Monitoring and analyzing the Japanese political system and foreign policies.

-Performing administrative tasks such as managing state visits and maintaining contact databases.

-Help managing and expanding the embassy's network across various sectors including politics, academia, and international organizations.

-Drafting background papers, summarizing meetings, and providing accurate translations.

-Assisting in unforeseen matters as they arise.

Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

-Proficiency in organizational skills and MS Office suite. Willingness and to acquire proficiency in new systems.

-Strong interpersonal abilities, networking, and reporting abilities.

-Fluency in both English and Japanese, both written and spoken.

-Capacity for a self-motivated, independent work and initiative-taking.

-Proactive, results-driven, and team-oriented with flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances.

-Cross-cultural sensitivity and discretion in handling confidential matters.

-Adaptability and preparedness to work beyond standard business hours if required.

Desirable Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

-Bachelor's degree in International Relations, Political Science, Economy or related fields.

-Familiarity with Middle East politics.

-Previous international living experience.

Recruitment Process

-Assessment of candidate's suitability based on stated qualifications.

-Shortlisted applicants will be given a practical written assignment.

-An interview.

-Finalists will be invited to a committee interview.

Additional Information

This is a full-time position with a monthly salary approximately 300,000 Yen, corresponding with experience and qualifications.

Further details regarding benefits will be discussed during interviews.

Candidates progressing in the recruitment process will undergo a security clearance and must provide a certificate of criminal record from the Japanese police. (犯罪経歴証明書)

Application

Interested candidates are requested to submit a short motivation cover letter and CV in English to: publicdiplomacy.israeltokyo@gmail.com

Only relevant applications will be replied.