Student Staff Leader Recruiting Information
【Application Period: July 20 (mon) to 27 (mon), 2009】 *Application Closed.
The International Community Center (ICC) provides space and opportunities for cross-cultural exchange for both local and international students, aiming to promote mutual understanding that goes beyond cultural differences, geographic boundaries, or even generation gaps. The ICC is currently recruiting new student staff who will be engaged in various activities, from planning and coordination of cross-cultural events and programs to the center's daily operation including office work.
1. Outline of Work (Reference: http://www.waseda.jp/icc/Mission_E.pdf)
Student staff leaders are required to participate actively in the planning, coordination, operation and management of events not only between local and international students, but also between Waseda students and alumni, faculty and staff members, and members of local communities. They also need to commit themselves to the smooth operation of the center and further improvement of its activities.
Responsibilities
(1) Receive and handle visitors to the ICC
(2) Presentations about the ICC for visitors from within and outside the university
(3) General office work
(4) Planning, coordination, and operation of events and programs
(5) Website updates and other public relations related work
(6) Assist and offer guidance to students involved in ICC programs
(7) Assist ICC's manager and other full-time staff
2. Contract period
From early August 2009 (flexible)
3. Work hours
In principle, approximately 15 to 20 hours during weekdays; 11:00am – 7:00pm, Saturday; 10:00am – 6:00pm
Please note:
* One hour meal break provided for shifts 6 hours and over.
* Shifts are decided based on class times, and due to scheduling issues requested shift times are not always possible.
* During term breaks, as a general rule working hours are from 9:00am – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday.
4. Requirements
(1) Waseda University student
(2) Ability to communicate in Japanese and English (if candidate has excellent English proof-reading skills, Japanese Language requirement will be exempt)
(3) Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc.)
*The following criteria is also preferred:
(a) Skill, experience and design sense in creating event posters;
(b) Language proficiency other than English and Japanese;
(c) Experience in general office work;
(d) Experience in sports (for planning sports events);
(e) Presentation know-how;
(f) Physically strong
*You are not eligible to apply this time if you are graduating, returning home to your country, or studying abroad before October 2009.
5. Personal qualities preferred
(1) Commitment (2) Reliable (3) Leadership (4) Open-minded (5) Flexible
*The following personal qualities are also welcomed:
(a) Passionate; (b) Proactive; (c) Creative; (d) Good concentration skills;
(e) Innovative; (f) Not put off by simple tasks
6. Number of Positions Available
A few people
(depends on the number of qualified candidates)
7. Compensation
900 yen/hour including transportation costs to the work place
8. Work Place
Waseda Campus, and other (as required)
9. How to Apply
Please submit the following three documents in person to the ICC Office,
1st Fl., Bldg. 7 (No e-mail attachments or fax please).
(a) Resume
(Download the form: http://www.waseda.jp/icc/SSL-App-E1.xls)
(b) Self-introduction & Reason for applying
(Download the form: http://www.waseda.jp/icc/SSL-App-E2.doc)
(c) Event proposals
Please draw up cross-cultural event proposals (up to three) you would like to commit yourself to at the ICC as a student staff leader. No designated format, but please make sure to include its purpose and detailed process to its realization. (no handwriting please).
Application Period: July 20 (mon) to 27 (mon), 2009
(Weekdays: 11:00 am -7:00 pm, Saturday: 10:00am - 6:00 pm, Sunday: Closed)
*Application documents will not be returned to candidates.
10. Student Staff Leader Selection Schedule
July 20 (mon) - 27 (mon): 11:00am – 7:00pm: Application period
July 29 (wed): Announcement of interview dates for those who have passed the first
screening (by e-mail)
July 31 (fri) & August 1 (sat): Interview*
August 4 (tue): Announcement of final result
After completing employment formalities, new staff member(s) are expected to begin work in early August.
*Interview may be arranged on a different date according to the shedule of candidate and interviewers.
11. Student Staff Leader Recruitment Info Sessions
Info sessions will be held on the following dates. We recommend to come to one of the sessions for you to fully understand the ICC's mission and duties.
Dates & Times:
(1) July 16 (thu) 6:00 – 6:30 pm
(2) July 24 (fri) 12:20 – 12:50 pm
Place: ICC Office, 1st Fl., Bldg. 7
12. Inquiries
International Community Center
TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-staff@list.waseda.jp
※Detailed information regarding payment of compensation and submission of
timecards to the organization responsible for administrating the employment of
successful candidates will be provided after employment.
