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Executive Director for Japanese NPO

Responsibilities

• Oversee the organization's day-to-day operations and ensure programs effectively serve the community.
• Collaborate with staff, board members, volunteers, partner organizations, and the Office of the Consul General of Japan in New York.
• Develop and expand community outreach efforts while attracting new members.
• Plan and oversee cultural festivals, health fairs, senior programs, educational events, fundraising activities, and other community programs.
• Prepare organizational communications, including monthly newsletters, email announcements, social media content, and website updates, with support from staff and board members.
• Oversee budgets, financial reporting, and nonprofit administration. (Day-to-day accounting responsibilities are handled by other staff.)
• Ensure the organization continues to fulfill its mission while maintaining effective administrative operations.

Qualifications

• Fluent in both Japanese and English (spoken and written).
• Background in social work is required.
• Knowledge of New York City, New York State, and U.S. social services, healthcare, and welfare systems is strongly preferred.
• Previous nonprofit management or administration experience preferred.
• Experience with budgeting, financial reporting, and QuickBooks is preferred.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Professional demeanor with the ability to represent the organization effectively before executives, board members, government officials, community leaders, and external stakeholders.
• Excellent presentation and public speaking skills.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships and lead diverse teams.

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