Recruitment announcement extension

Thank you for your interest in applying for the currently available opening at the Embassy of Japan. We are currently seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Political and Economic Section Local Staff. We welcome staff who are supportive and committed to high standard of services. Before applying, please read the information carefully and make sure that you meet all the requirements.


 

Recruitment

1. Position description - Position: Political and Economic Clerk - Place of work: 46, Ethnikis Antistaseos Street, Halandri - Date of contract: 2nd of December 2024 - Pay Scale: Between 1700€ and 2200€ (Determined by Embassy’s criteria) - Period : Unlimited contract with one year probation period - Working Hours: 40 hours per week, 5 days a week, Monday through Friday.    * Must be able to work after the working hours and on holidays if required.   - Holiday: Sunday and all Greek (including some Japanese till the completion of annual quota) national  holidays. Annual leave is granted in accordance with the Embassy’s regulation and Greek Law.

2. Qualification - Qualification: Academic ability equivalent or higher to a university degree. - Language: Excellent command of Greek and English at the level of native speaker.   Japanese proficiency is appreciated but not necessary. - Skills: The following skills are greatly appreciated.             a. Computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.)             b. Knowledge of Greek and international affairs especially economics.             c. Accustomed to protocol procedures in the diplomatic world is preferred.             d. Versed on society issues             e. Minimum 3 years previous work experience - Nationality: Greek national or holder of valid work permits in Greece.    * Male applicants must have completed military service. - Other:                        a. Positive attitude and high incentive towards work             b. Personal communication skill with team work spirit             c. Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously             d. Show professionalism and integrity towards work with no prejudice towards persons and international situations

3. Job Description - Clerical work - Communication with external organizations (governmental and private) - Submitting reports - Informing on current affairs - Translations - Arrangement of meetings and appointments - File updating and keeping - Drafting of documents  - Other assignments as requested by the Embassy

4. How to Apply - Fill in the designated application form (Click here to download) and send by e-mail to embjapan@at.mofa.go.jp   * Applications not using this form are not considered.   * Applications arrived by postal mail or other method are not accepted. - The form must be filled in English. - Applications must reach us no later than 17:00 on 18th October (Friday) 2024. - You may submit your CV or other supporting documents. All documents must be sent as attachment(s) to the application form.

5. Schedule   - Application period is from 7th of October 2024 to 18th of October 2024. - Shortlisted applicants are informed via email on 31st of October 2024.

6. Necessary Documents - Application form (and CV if available) - Health certification (Submitted at the first day of work) - Certification of no criminal record (Submitted at the first day of work)

7. Notes - Submitted application documents will not be returned for any reason. - Only the short listed candidates will be contacted for interview. - Embassy does not provide any information regarding selection criteria and information other than described here. - If you have any inquirers, please send us an e-mail to embjapan@at.mofa.go.jp