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Job Opportunities at the Ministry of Education

The Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) has announced an opening for part-time staff positions within its Elementary and Secondary Education Bureau. This recruitment is set for a December 1, 2025, start date and provides a unique opportunity for individuals interested in contributing to educational administration.

Employment Details

1. Employment Duration: The employment period is from December 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and contract evaluations each year.

2. Positions Available: The Ministry plans to hire one administrative assistant as part-time staff.

3. Job Responsibilities: The hired individual will assist in various administrative tasks related to the activities conducted by the Bureau of Elementary and Secondary Education. Duties will include data compilation, document preparation, file organization, and responding to telephone inquiries.

4. Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must possess at least a high school diploma or an equivalent educational qualification. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is a must. Those currently enrolled in academic programs are not eligible for this position unless they are attending evening or correspondence courses that do not impede their educational responsibilities.

Additionally, applicants disqualified under Article 38 of the National Public Service Act will not be eligible, and those with certain legal impairments may also be restricted from applying.

Work Conditions

1. Working Hours: Staff will work up to 29 hours per week, with scheduled hours set from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM from Monday to Thursday, and 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Fridays. A one-hour break is provided from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.

Note that overtime may occasionally be required based on operational needs.

2. Work Days: The position is slated for Monday to Friday, except on public holidays and during the year-end and New Year’s period (December 29 to January 3).

3. Work Location: The workplace will be at MEXT’s headquarters located at 3-2-2 Kasumigaseki, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo.

4. Leave Policy: Employees will be entitled to annual paid leave after six months of employment.

5. Compensation: Salary varies based on educational background and years of relevant experience. Hourly pay ranges from 1,311 JPY to 1,675 JPY. Enhanced compensation considerations apply for those with substantial prior administrative experience, with potential rates reaching 1,643 JPY.

Additional benefits include commuting allowances and overtime payments, as well as potential stipends for remote work under certain conditions. Bonuses are provided twice annually in June and December, contingent upon eligibility criteria being met.

6. Regulatory Compliance: Employees will adhere to applicable regulations outlined in the National Public Service Act, with certain exemptions.

7. Miscellaneous: Successful employees will be enrolled in health insurance, pension plan, and unemployment insurance programs, consistent with the prerequisites of their employment status.

Application Process

To apply, candidates must submit a resume (with a photo) and a detailed work history via either postal mail or email as directed below. If mailing, applicants should indicate their email address on the application. The selection process will involve both a screening of submitted documents and a subsequent interview. In case of a high number of applicants, only those who pass the paperwork review will be invited for interviews, which may be held online if necessary.

Important Dates

• - Application Deadline: November 13, 2025, by 5:00 PM.
• - Interview Date: Anticipated to be on November 19, 2025.

Submission Information

1. Mail Applications: Clearly label the envelope "Application for Part-Time Employment (December 2025)" and send to:
- 3-2-2 Kasumigaseki, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-8959
- MEXT, Bureau of Elementary and Secondary Education, General Affairs Division.

2. Email Applications: Submission should include the following details in the email:
- Subject line: “Application for Part-Time Employment (December 2025)”
- Body of email: (1) Name (with furigana) (2) Phone Number along with the required documentation.

Contact Information

For inquiries, please contact the Bureau of Elementary and Secondary Education at 03-5253-4111 (Extension 2340).

This is a pivotal chance for those interested in contributing to the educational sector within Japan’s governmental framework. Don’t miss the opportunity to apply!