Virtual Assistant: Tokyo Academics

Our ideal candidate:

• Has a Bachelor’s degree in any relevant field
• Has fluent English communication skills (reading / writing / speaking)
• Prior experience at an educational institution would be an advantage
• Has excellent time management, organizational, and multitasking, and decision-making skills
• Is highly detail-oriented, resourceful and self-independent individual who can work with minimal supervision
• Must be comfortable working remotely and supporting staff from different time zones
• Is highly proficient in Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Skype, Slack, and other project management tools like Trello, Asana, etc.
• Has previous experience working as a virtual assistant or in a role requiring effective coordination and communication
• Has strong research skills to stay updated on the latest educational trends, teaching methodologies, and technological advancements
• Has the ability to critically evaluate academic resources for relevance and effectiveness

Desirable skills:

• Proven experience in educational research, curriculum development and implementation, as well as assessment, resource management, or a related field is a plus
• Has strong data analysis skills to evaluate the effectiveness of the curriculum and recommend data-driven decisions
• Demonstrated experience with records or data management systems such as learning management systems, record systems, physical or virtual libraries, or similar platforms

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package including a performance-based bonus biannually
• Compensation is commensurate with experience
• 24 days of paid time off per year (2 days accrued every month)
• Join a rapidly growing company with opportunity for career progression and diversification
• Autonomy to implement ideas and have a significant impact

Work hours:

Working remotely from 10AM to 7PM Japan Standard Time

40 hours / week