Do you have a background working in the Japan hospitality or tourism sector? Want to make a positive impact and change the lives of young people?
AIFS, one of the largest global providers of cultural exchange programs is seeking a Japan based person to handle our operations for Winter Work Japan. This newly created role will be responsible for working closely with resorts in some of Japan's largest winter resort areas to provide opportunities for international staff from Australia, the UK and EU wishing to work at a Japanese resort over the winter season.
Who are you? You have a background in tourism or hospitality or possibly direct experience working in the winter resort industry in Japan at a management level. You are a 'people-person', who would like to make a positive impact in the lives of AIFS' travellers.
Key responsibilities:
Strategic Partnerships
* Liaise with current resorts and other employers based in key winter resort areas to secure job opportunities.
* Establish and maintain strong, long-term relationships with resorts, hotel groups, and other winter related employers to secure annual placements and enhance ongoing collaboration.
Operations
* Collaborate closely with the AIFS team in Australia to coordinate job descriptions and role specifications
* Interview scheduling and feedback
* Finalising employment contracts
* Arrival logistics
* Use of AIFS' CRM (HubSpot)
* Handling any placement-related issues
Arrival Logistics
* Organise and manage arrival accommodation and welcome packages for weekly groups arriving from mid-November to mid-December.
* Meet arriving participants and escort them to their pre-arranged accommodation
* Deliver up to 4 orientation sessions in Tokyo, in collaboration with AIFS' Australia team.
On-the-ground Support
* Assist participants in setting up Japanese bank accounts and registering
their Working Holiday Visa with the appropriate city office.
* Provide support (inc. emergency assistance) to employers and participants during the placement
Essential requirements
* Fluent or native level of spoken and written Japanese
* Upper intermediate spoken and written English
* Excellent knowledge of the Japan winter resort/ski industry
* Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively build rapport at all levels
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office
* Strong organisational and communication skills
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
* Problem-solving skills and the ability to handle challenging situations.
What we offer you:
* Competitive compensation
* Growth with our commitment to ongoing career
* Work from home flexibility, supported by AIFS
This is an exciting, diverse and regarding role which would suit someone who is proactive, and looking for an opportunity to grow their career.
To apply please email your CV and cover letter to Wendi Aylward (waylward@aifs.com.au).
About AIFS: Since 1964, AIFS (American Institute for Foreign Study)has been
one of the largest global providers of cultural exchange programs,with over
55,000 participants annually.
🌍 Our Vision: We bring the world together.
🎓 Our Mission: To provide high-quality educational and cultural exchange programs that enrich lives across the globe.
日本のホスピタリティ業界または観光業界での経験がありますか? 海外の若者たちに人生を変えるポジティブな影響を与えたいと思いませんか?
AIFS (アメリカン・インスティテュート・フォー・フォーリン・スタディ)は、世界最大級の 国際交流プログラム提供機関であり、「Winter Work Japan 」プログラムの運営に適した日本在住の担当者を募集しています。このプログラムは海外の若者を日本のリゾート地で仕事を通じて日本文化を楽しみ、学ぶものです。
応募者に求める人物像
観光業やホスピタリティ業界、または日本の冬季リゾート業界において経験がある方。 人と接することが好きで、 AIFSの参加者に人生を変えるような体験を提供したいと考えている方を歓迎します。
主な業務内容
戦略的パートナーシップ構築
業務業務
プログラム参加者到着サポート
参加者現地サポート
応募条件(必須)
AIFSが提供するもの
このポジションは、多様性に富み、やりがいのある内容で、キャリアをさらに発展させたい方に最適です。
応募方法:履歴書とカバーレターをWendi Aylward (waylward@aifs.com.au )宛にメールで送信してください。
AIFSについて: AIFS(American Institute for Foreign Study) は1964年の設立以来、年間55,000人以上の参加者を誇る世界最大級の文化交流プログラムの提供機関の一つです。
🌍 ビジョン: 世界をつなぐ
🎓 ミッション: 世界中の人々の人生を豊かにする、高品質な教育および文化交流プログラムを提供すること