Job Description

Location: Washington, DC (hybrid) or Remote (U.S.-based)
Position Type: Full-time, Exempt
Expected Start Date: August 1, 2025 

About the U.S.-Japan Council (USJC)

Founded by Japanese Americans, the U.S.-Japan Council is the premier organization dedicated to strengthening U.S.-Japan relations through people-to-people connections. 

From high school classrooms to corporate boardrooms, and from college lecture halls to the halls of government, we develop and connect leaders across every sector who are committed to a strong and enduring global partnership.

Through our transformative leadership initiatives, innovative exchange programs, and impactful in-person and virtual events we bring together leaders at every level to address key bilateral issues. Our community of members across the United States and Japan is a vibrant and diverse professional and personal network. It fosters deep connections and opportunities to make meaningful contributions.

Position Overview

The Program Manager will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and managing high-impact programs that advance USJC’s mission and strengthen U.S.-Japan global partnership. Responsibilities include leading the planning and execution of key events, convening, and leadership initiatives—working closely with internal teams, external partners, and a diverse network of stakeholders. Topical areas of work include bilateral issues, leadership development, social impact work, and more. 

Key Responsibilities

• Design, lead, and execute USJC’s signature programs and convenings—both in-person and virtual—including conferences, leadership delegations, and partnership programs and events.
• Develop and manage program timelines, budgets, speaker outreach, promotion, participant engagement, and logistics.
• Coordinate across departments to ensure program alignment and visibility.
• Serve as the primary liaison with vendors, venues, and collaborators for assigned programs and convenings.
• Gather and evaluate data and feedback from programs and events to support strategic decision-making and comprehensive reporting.
• Represent USJC at events and engage with members, donors, and partners to strengthen relationships.
• Provide on-ground support for other initiatives and events as needed. 
• Provide administrative support as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in program management, event planning, or related roles—preferably in nonprofit, international, or mission-driven organizations.
• Demonstrated interest in U.S.-Japan relations, Japanese American communities and history, with cross-cultural fluency; Japanese language proficiency is a plus.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with attention to detail and deadlines.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and with external stakeholders.
• Flexible, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  

To Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications to hr@usjapancouncil.org. Please include “Program Manager 2025” in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

The U.S.-Japan Council is an EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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