Virtual Assistant: Tokyo Academics
Job Description
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