Vacancy in the Cultural Section

The Embassy of Japan in the Netherlands announces a vacancy in the Cultural Section.

 

● Assistant to the Cultural Section Diplomatic Staff

 - Making appointments and arranging meetings

 - Writing/drafting letters and e-mails

 - Making/updating lists for Embassy events, receptions, etc.

 - Preparation for and on-site assistance with Embassy events and receptions

● Cultural Promotion and Outreach

 - Maintaining the day-to-day operation of the Cultural and Information Centre

 - Organizing Embassy’s cultural events and participating in third-party cultural events

 - Communication with cultural organizations

● Education and Exchange Programs

 - Assisting with the selection processes of the Government scholarship programs and communication with scholarship students in Japan

 - Assisting with exchange programs such as the JET program

 - Supporting sister city relationships

 - Giving presentation on Japan to Dutch students and other interested groups

● SNS/Public Relations

 - Creating/editing contents for the Embassy’s SNS accounts and the official website

● Any other tasks falling under the Cultural Section.

 

● Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, or higher. 

● Good command of English (C1 or higher) and native-level fluency in both written and spoken Dutch. Fluency in the Japanese language (B2 or higher) is a big plus.

● Highly practical acquaintance with the Microsoft Office applications, especially Word, Excel and Power Point, and audio-visual editing skills.

● Flexibility, interpersonal skills, intercultural sensitivity and the ability to work in a team.

● Keen interest in both Japanese and Dutch culture, and historical relationship between Japan and the Netherlands

● Knowledge of Japanese workplace culture is an advantage.

 

 - CV in English (applicant’s photograph is optional)

 - A letter of application outlining motivation, past experiences and work-related skills (1-2 pages in length, in English)

 - Copies of all relevant educational degree diplomas and skills-related certificates

 - (A) letter(s) of recommendation from previous employer(s) or academic supervisor(s)

 - A work permit issued by the Dutch authorities (for non-Dutch nationals only).

 

Monday, 28 September 2026

 

For inquiries, please contact: saiyo-nl@hg.mofa.go.jp (please mention “Vacancy: [YOUR LAST NAME]” on the subject line)