WFC is a peace-focused nonprofit created to foster global understanding and promote nonviolence.
Website: https://wfchiroshima.com/english/
Job Descriptions
Project Description:
WFC is a peace-focused nonprofit created to foster global understanding and promote nonviolence. The center serves as a gathering place for people from around the world to learn about the impact of nuclear warfare. They offer testimony sessions with survivors of the A-bomb, Peace Park tours, international Peace Ambassador exchanges, and English conversation classes.
Job Title: Co-Director
Duties and Responsibilities:
World Friendship Center (WFC), founded as a peace center in 1965, seeks Co-Directors to manage and operate international guest services at their guesthouse which includes scheduling, welcoming and correspondence, breakfast preparation, serving guests, cleaning and maintenance duties, as well as guest house promotion (including website & social media). The Co-Directors will live in the WFC Guest-House where they will welcome visitors to Hiroshima from around the world (communicating primarily in English). In addition, Co-Directors teach several weekly English conversation classes to local residents ranging from basic abilities to advanced reading. Peace activities are promoted through classes, Peace Park tours, Hibakusha (A-bomb survivor) storytelling, and by coordinating or attending a variety of community-based Peace activities. They prepare a report to and participate in a monthly Board of Directors and executive committee meetings.
Requirements:
Maturity, two-year commitment, concern for peace, computer and other office skills, social media and internet-based promotion, along with basic facility repair knowledge are prerequisites. Stamina and good health are needed– the location of the center requires considerable walking or bike riding. Interest in on-the-job learning of Japanese culture and possibly some limited Japanese language is important. The ability to speak and write clearly in English is required. A college degree is helpful but not essential. Ideal for a recently retired couple. The selection for this position is usually made months or more in advance.
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