(Remote/Hybrid within the Continental U.S.) Member of Programs and Member Engagement with the U.S.-Japan Council

[Ryan Hata]

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Job Position: Member of Programs and Member Engagement
Organization: U.S.-Japan Council
Salary/Hourly Rate: 70,000 - 80,000, consummate with experience
Where: Remote / Hybrid (Continental US)
Visa Sponsorship: No

Description:
Location: Remote / Hybrid (Continental US)
Reports to: Senior Director of Member Engagement
Position Type: Full-time, Exempt
Expected Start Date: October 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, from college lecture halls to the halls of government, we develop and connect leaders from every sector 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 Manager of Programs and Member Engagement will play a pivotal role in advancing the mission of the U.S.-Japan Council (USJC) by designing, implementing, and managing high-impact programs that strengthen the U.S.-Japan relationship and global partnership. This position will lead the planning and execution of key events, convenings, and leadership initiatives in close collaboration with internal teams, external partners, and a broad network of stakeholders. Areas of focus include bilateral issues, leadership development, social impact, and more.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and enhance leadership initiatives such as the Emerging Leaders Program, Advanced Leaders Collective, and the Japanese American Leadership Delegation, ensuring high-quality programming and impactful participant experiences.
Develop and manage program timelines, budgets, speaker outreach, promotion, participant engagement, and logistics.
Coordinate with internal departments to ensure program alignment, integration, compliance and visibility.
Serve as the primary liaison with vendors, venues, and collaborators for assigned programs
Develop and implement member engagement initiatives to deepen connections across the USJC community and expand participation in programs and events.
Develop and apply metrics, evaluation tools, and feedback mechanisms to measure membership engagement and program impact, using insights to guide continuous improvement and strategic decision-making.
Design, lead, and execute other programs and convenings—both in-person and virtual—including conferences, leadership delegations, and partnership events as assigned.
Represent USJC at events, actively engaging members, donors, and partners to strengthen relationships.
Perform other duties, administrative or programmatic, including on the ground support, as assigned to support organizational goals.
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.

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.

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

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