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.

 Acquaintance with current national and international affairs is a welcome quality.

 

- CV (in English)

- 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, 27 April 2026

 

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