Vacancy Announcement for a Clerk in the Administrative Section

2026/10/9
Embassy of Japan in the Netherlands
 
The Embassy of Japan in the Netherlands announces a vacancy for a Clerk in the Administrative Section.
 
 
A. Job responsibilities:
 1.  Facilities Management
 Management of office tenancy agreements. Maintenance planning for the offices and the official residence,  coordination with contractors and supervisory duties, etc.
 2.  Official Vehicle Maintenance and Management
 Purchasing, registration, insurance, valuation, claims handling, disposal, etc.
 3.  Support for Official Events
 Arrangements for waiters, equipment rental, catering service, marquees, etc. Preparation, set-up and  dismantling of equipment, marquee erection, etc.
 4.  Accounting duties 
 Maintenance and management of public funds accounts. Payment procedures relating to the office and official  residence. Tax refund procedures. Coordination and management of contracts relating to the operation of the  office and official residence. Office supply purchases. Management of stationery and consumables.
 5.  Support services for the Diplomats  (moving, accommodation, banking, vehicles, etc.)
 6.  Other support duties for the Administrative Section
 
B. Requirements:
 1. Experience of similar position
 2. Fluency in Dutch and English languages
 3. Flexibility and ability to work as part of a team
 4. A strong sense of responsibility and cooperation
 5. Must be able to commute to The Hague
 6. Fluency in the Japanese is a welcome quality
 
C. Applications:
 1. The following documents are required. All documents, except for certificates copy and letter(s) of  recommendation (see below), must be written in English.
 - A CV with information on career-related positions, academic background,  certified qualifications, language  abilities etc. (applicant’s photograph is optional)
 - A letter of application outlining motivation, past experiences and work-related skills (1-2 pages in length)
 - Copies of all relevant educational certificates (English translation would be appreciated)
 - Letter(s) of recommendation (if applicable)
 2. If you wish to apply, please email the required documents listed above to emb.jpn.kaikei@hg.mofa.go.jp by  30th October (deadline strictly observed). Please ensure that the total size of attachments per email does not  exceed 5 MB.
3. Applicants who have passed the preliminary screening will be contacted for an interview. In the interview, we  will explain the details of the employment conditions.