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Details: Category: Advisories

General Functions of the Position:

Transport MWO Personnel to and from the destination
Research and plan for traffic, construction, and weather delays
Ensure that the vehicle is always fueled and ready for use
Prepare travel ticket and other documentary requirements
Keep mileage records and repair records up-to-date
Arrange for vehicle repairs as needed
Provide administrative support work, as needed.

Qualifications:

At least a high school graduate
With Japan Driver’s License
Japanese or Filipino national; between 26 years old and above;
Physically- and mentally-fit to work;
Good working knowledge in the Japan road and traffic regulations;
Familiar with Tokyo area;
FOR FILIPINO NATIONALS: Above-average written and verbal communication skills in Japanese
FOR JAPANESE NATIONALS: Average written and verbal communication skills in English

Application Requirements:

Interested individuals are requested to send the following documents not later than 15 May 2024 via email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., with the subject, “APPLICATION FOR DRIVER-INTERPRETER – (Your Last Name).”

Application Letter
Curriculum Vitae / Resume / Biodata with a passport-sized photo
Data page of Passport
Copy of Residence Card and Visa for Filipino applicants.
Copy of Driver’s License

Note: Because the Embassy does not sponsor visas for local employment, applicants must have legal status in Japan.

The Labor Section (MWO-Tokyo) of the Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines will inform shortlisted candidates for interview via email.

Details: Category: Advisories

Invitation to apply for the vacancy “Interpreter / Translator”

The Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines invites qualified persons to apply for the vacant position of Interpreter / Translator.

Position:

Interpreter / Translator

Working Hours:

0900-1800 hrs., Monday to Friday. The selected candidate should be willing to work beyond prescribed office hours and on weekends/holidays as needed.

Salary:

Competitive monthly salary. With overtime pay for authorized overtime work.

Qualifications Required:

A degree from a recognized university.
Certification proving high level of English proficiency ( TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS, etc., preferably with a score in the top percentile).
Native Japanese speaker.
At least five (5) years of professional work experience as an interpreter or similar role with both simultaneous and sentence-by-sentence interpretation capability (J-E & E-J)

Experience:

At least five (5) years’ experience as translator/interpreter (simultaneous and/or consecutive).

Skills:

Strong linguistic skills, both in oral and written communication (English and Japanese).
Excellent proofreading skills with the ability to identify grammar, spelling and punctuation errors.
Ability to translate quickly, confidently and accurately, speak clearly in between both languages (Japanese-English) using proper pronunciation, enunciation and polite expressions.
Ability and stamina to interpret meetings for at least 1 hour by yourself.
Flexibility and adaptability to work as an in-house interpreter in various types of meetings, both face-to-face and online, in a dynamic environment.
Computer knowledge with special emphasis on MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and video conferencing apps like Zoom, Teams and WebEx, with a minimum typing speed of 40 words per minute.
Good working knowledge of clerical office work, liaising with counterparts and other stakeholders.
Able to do basic research works on various topics, including political and economic issues.
Ability to do work with strict observance of rules and schedules.
Willing to learn the various services of the Embassy to be able to provide information to others.

Mental and Physical Health:

Candidates should be in good mental and physical health. At the time of offer of appointment, candidates need to submit a medical certificate indicating fitness to work.

General Functions of the Position

Provide translation and interpretation services to Embassy personnel and official guests whenever needed (e.g. meetings, contract signing, etc.)
Attend meetings and functions on behalf of the Embassy whenever necessary, and provide subsequent reports for the information of Embassy personnel.
Draft communications and reports, do research, and provide substantive assistance personnel of the Embassy.
Liaise with various stakeholders in Japanese and/or English.
Provide administrative work, as needed.

How to apply:

Interested applicants must submit the following:

Detailed CV/Resume with English and Japanese cover letters
Passport size photograph
Supporting documents (i.e. university and employment documents)

Submit your application to:

The Head of Chancery
Embassy of Republic of the Philippines
5-15-5 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-8537
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Tel. No.: 03-5562-1600

Qualified applicants will be contacted via email and will undergo an interview by personnel of the Embassy to check their skills and qualification, which can include interpretation / translation tests.

Please note: Only those candidates suitable for the position will be contacted.