(Public Affairs Department / Food, Agriculture, Fisheries and other industries Group)
Wage: $24.5/hour
Work Hours: 9:00-17:00 (Lunch12:00-13:00)
Work Style: Office 3-5 days at office, 0-2 days WFH
Location: New York, NY
Job Responsibilities
Assist with export promotion activities for food, agricultural, forestry, fisheries, and other related industries in the United States.
Provide support for promotional events, trade consultations, and related programs, including coordination and communication with relevant stakeholders.
Arrange appointments and attend meetings (including virtual meetings).
Support various research activities related to the U.S. market for food and agricultural products, such as:
Marketing research
Research on distribution channels and regulations
Creating and following up on company lists
Drafting brief reports and summaries
Collect and compile information related to Japanese food and agricultural products.
Assist with export promotion activities for other industries (e.g., e-commerce).
Handle general administrative and clerical tasks.
Qualifications
Strong written communication skills in both Japanese and English, and ability to conduct reading comprehension, interviews, and telephone correspondence in English.
Minimum of 3 years of professional work experience.
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (Excel skills must include calculations and chart creation).
Willingness to travel domestically within the United States as needed.
Strong interest in the food industry (including food products, beverages, and the restaurant industry) preferred.
To apply, please send resume to cschultz@pasona.com