Japan

World Friendship Center

Nishi-ku Hiroshima, Japan

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:
Co-Directors teach weekly English conversation and translation classes ranging from basic abilities to advanced topics. Peace activities are promoted through classes, Peace Park tours, and Hibakusha (A-bomb survivor) story scheduling, and by attending a variety of community-based peace activities. Co-Directors also oversee financial and correspondence operations, including updating the website, presenting the director’s report for the board of directors’ monthly meetings, and participating in a wide variety of community activities and events.

Requirements:
Requirements include maturity, concern for peace, computer and office skills, basic repair knowledge, interest in the Japanese language and culture, the ability to speak and write clearly, and the ability to work with others. Stamina and good health are helpful; the location of the center requires considerable walking and biking. A college degree is helpful but not essential, and a married couple is preferred. The selection for this position is usually made eight months or more in advance of the spring available date.

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