Intercultural Communication Center (ICC)Waseda University

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Student Staff Leaders


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Student Staff Leaders (SSLs) are the main driving force behind the ICC’s events and activities.

The Student Staff Leaders use their insight, ideas and unique skills to help the ICC provide a wide range of opportunities for intercultural exchange that meet the needs of their fellow students. The ICC strives to help SSLs develop into leaders capable of functioning in an increasingly global society.

Student Staff Leaders not only plan and manage events and recruit event supporters, but also promote the ICC’s activities by conducting presentations for local and international visitors to the university, support the everyday operation of the Center through office work, responding to inquiries, and various other tasks. SSLs are an indispensable feature of the ICC.

Being a Student Staff Leader is more than just an ordinary part-time job. Similar to an internship, SSLs are expected to perform a wide range of duties and as a result gain valuable skills and experiences that will no doubt be of use in their future after graduation. Why not take the challenge and help the ICC to fulfill its mission?

Recruitment Information

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The ICC provides opportunities for intercultural exchange between local and international students, and faculty & staff, to promote mutual understanding across cultural differences. The ICC employs student staff who engage in a wide range of activities, from planning and coordination of intercultural events and programs to general office work in the Center’s daily operation.

1.Overview of Duties

ICC Student Staff Leaders participate actively in the planning, coordination, operation and management of events, not only among students, but also among all people gathering at Waseda. SSLs also assist with the smooth operation of the Center and the constant improvement of its activities. Responsibilities of Student Staff Leaders include:

  1. Planning, coordination and operation of events and programs
  2. Receiving and handling visitors
  3. Publicity work, including advertisement and presentations
  4. General office work
  5. Supporting and coordinating student volunteers involved in ICC programs

2.Contract Period

From June 1, 2024 to March 31, 2025 (renewable annually)
*After the expiration of the above contract period, the contract may be renewed upon comprehensive consideration of work performance, attitude, progress of work, and other factors. For details, please refer to the “Notice of Employment Conditions” provided to the hired person.

3.Work Hours

Generally 10-15 hours per week, Monday through Friday between 10:00am-5:00pm. SSLs should be available to work at least 10 hours per week.

  • Students at Tokorozawa campus may apply even if they cannot work 10 hours a week.
  • 45-minute meal break provided for shifts of 6 hours or more.
  • SSLs sometimes need to work outside the above hours including occasional Saturdays or Sundays for event preparation and hosting.
  • Shifts are decided balancing schedules of all student staff, so requested shift times are not always possible.

4.Requirements

  1. Willingness to work as a Student Staff Leader long term, as long as possible during their time at Waseda
  2. Ability to communicate in both Japanese and English
  3. Working knowledge of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
  4. Must be currently enrolled as a student at Waseda University

The following are also valued:
Knowledge/skill in poster design and video editing; language ability beyond English and Japanese; experience in general office work; experience in sports (for planning sports events).

5.Personal Qualities Desired

  1. Commitment
  2. Hospitality
  3. Leadership
  4. Open-mindedness
  5. Flexibility

The following personal qualities are also valued:
Passion, proactive thinking, creativity, ability to concentrate, innovation, patience with simple tasks, presentation know-how

6.Skills Developed through this Position

  1. Basic office work skills (planning, business communications, etc.)
  2. Event planning & management skills (drafting plans, negotiating, presenting, facilitating, etc.)
  3. Advertising skills (writing publicity copy, making posters, etc.)
  4. Leadership and team-building
  5. Communication
  6. Diversity management

SSLs are also able to develop their professional sense and future vision.

7.Number of Positions Available

A few

8.Compensation

1,170 yen/hour (travel costs not covered)

  • For Tokorozawa Campus students, some travel costs will be covered. Please contact us for further details.
  • Covered by Industrial Accident Compensation Insurance.

9.Work Place

ICC Office (1F, Bldg. 3, Waseda campus) and occasional off-campus events

11.Student Staff Leader Selection Schedule

  • Spring 2024 schedule coming soon!

12.Info Sessions for Student Staff Leader Recruitment

  • Spring 2024 schedule coming soon!

13.Enquiries

Intercultural Communication Center (ICC)
Waseda University Student Diversity Center

Waseda Campus Bldg. 3 Room 111
Nishi Waseda 1-6-1, Shinjuku-Ku, Tokyo 〒169-8050

TEL: 03-5286-3990  FAX: 03-5286-3991
E-mail: [email protected]

Hours
10:00am – 4:00pm, Monday-Friday
*Hours subject to change. Please see the calendar.

Meet Current Student Staff Leaders

Voices: Student Staff Leaders

FAQ

The Intercultural Communication Center (ICC) is an administrative unit of the Student Affairs Division. The ICC opened in 2006, responding to the requests of students who wanted a place on campus where all students – regardless of background – could meet and interact.

Because the ICC is a Waseda University institution, there is no need to become a member, events are open to all Waseda students, and most are completely free!

Event information is posted regularly on the ICC website, its social media accounts and the MyWaseda portal. The surest way to receive the latest information is to subscribe to our ICC News.

Feel free to drop by the Lounge too (for hours see below)!

Normal hours are Monday to Friday, 10:00am – 4:00pm
(closed on Saturday, Sunday and school holidays)

*Hours vary due to events, etc. For the latest information, please check the calendar.

The ICC organizes a variety of events and activities to facilitate intercultural exchange and understanding. Specific cultures are introduced through our Country Festivals and various topics of interest are taken up at our casual Themed Cafes and Lunch events. Our popular Language & Culture Exchange (organized at the beginning of each semester) will match you with another student, faculty or staff member, and you teach each other your language and culture. We hold dance and music nights with performances by various student groups and outside organizations; and we organize Field Trips around Japan, from one-day trips to longer ones, for both international and local students. To find out more, check out the List of Events.

The ICC recruits new Student Staff Leaders during the year, and all Waseda students are welcome to apply. Each recruitment is announced on our website, and also via our ICC News email list. To find out more about Student Staff Leaders, check out the information above and our Get Involved page.

Student Staff Leaders (SSL) are paid part-time staff members. SSLs support the ICC’s daily operation through various office work, event planning and promotion, organizing Event Supporters, and other duties.

Event Supporters, on the other hand, help out on a volunteer basis and can be involved in proposing, preparing and hosting a specific event. The level of commitment is up to the individual, and being an Event Supporter is a great way to make new friends and get involved in our events on a deeper level. You can apply as many times as you like depending on your interest and personal schedule. We announce recruitment of Event Supporters via our website and the ICC News mailing list.

For more details, check out the Get Involved page.

Yes! The ICC’s events and programs are usually attended by a mixed group of local (from Japan) and international students. Most local students who come are eager to learn about different cultures and to make friends with their international counterparts.

Some events are open to the public, and others are not. Please check the “Eligibility” for each event.

The CIE is an administrative office which provides information and services related to study abroad, for students going out from Waseda and coming here from overseas.

The ICC provides extracurricular programs on intercultural topics for both international and local students here at Waseda.

The CIE and the ICC sometimes collaborate on specific events.

Yes! Please contact us to discuss your ideas, at the Lounge or via email (icc (at) list.waseda.jp). We look forward to hearing from you!

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