Key Information:

Title: Program Assistant (supporting Japan-bound students).

Start Date: February 1st 2022 (Earlier starts also considered). Initial 11-month contract with the possibility of renewal.

Days of Duty: 5 days/ week, occasional holiday work, overtime, overseas business trips.

Reports To: Program Coordinator (Japan-bound students).

Workplace: Ashinaga Uganda office, with option to go remote if required.

Working Hours: 09:00-17:00.

Benefits:

Base Salary: $250-$450USD p/m (dependent on experience, negotiable).

Housing Allowance: provided.

Commutation Allowance: provided.

Health Insurance and Immunizations: provided.

Annual Bonus: performance related.

Training support: provided.

Holiday Allowance: 21 days per annum (pro-rata, in addition to public holidays).

Deductions: Income Tax, Local Tax, NSSF.

Job Description:

  • Support on the consultation, application, and study support for Japan-bound students (30%).
  • Support students regarding their plans, subject of study in Japanese Universities and university applications.
  • Support with the management of the preparation year for all students.
  • Assist with the development of curriculum and scheduling in coordination with other staff.
  • Support the recruitment team with the recruitment of students. This includes screening applications and conducting interviews.
  • Providing support with marketing, promotion and fundraising as required.
  • Recruiting, supervising and guiding interns as required.
  • Assisting with the development and alignment of any of Ashinaga Uganda’s programs.

Essential Requirements:

  • Bachelors Degree.
  • Fluent English.
  • Knowledge and work experience in the Japanese system of higher education (experience in taking entrance examinations of Japanese Universities or studying at Japanese universities is preferred).
  • Having a student-focused approach and a willingness to adopt teaching materials and methods.
  • Be flexible and able to work in a dynamic and new environment.
  • Easily work in a culturally diverse office environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to deal with challenging situations and relationships with stakeholders.
  • Excellent communication, verbal and written skills.
  • A willingness to do clerical desk work.
  • Experience working as part of a team.
  • Advanced with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Must have the right to live and work in Uganda.

Desired Requirements:

  • Experience with IELTS, SAT or ACT.
  • Degree in education, African Studies, International Development or related degrees.
  • Experience in tutoring or teaching.
  • Portuguese, Japanese or French proficiency.
  • Work experience in the education sector.
  • Capable of photo shooting, SNS or making contents for promotion.

Apply by submitting your cover letter and CV via LinkedIn or by email to bagley.h@ashinaga.org. Deadline January 8th 2022.

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