CAJ’s vision is to equip students to serve Japan and the world for Christ, and CAJ’s staff work at the school because they are committed to this vision. Whether in the classroom, in the office, on the field, or in the auditorium, CAJ staff share who they are and what they have learned as they lead students to grow in their minds, hearts, and actions for the glory of God. And CAJ staff are committed to growing too, both individually and as a part of the CAJ community.
Founded in 1950, CAJ’s students and staff come from all over the world, but we offer a Christ-centered, English-language, US-based curriculum. CAJ is accredited by WASC.
Qualifications and Child Safeguarding
All staff at CAJ are committed followers of Christ, in belief and practice.
All teaching staff have a love of their subject and a love for children. They have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate major, relevant teacher certification from a government authority or ACSI, and experience of teaching in a school setting.
All support staff have relevant qualifications and experience, which varies depending on the position.
CAJ places a high value on the safeguarding of children, so all applicants must be prepared to undergo a full background check and commit to all school policies concerning child safeguarding.
Current openings
Support Staff
Compliance and Finance Officer
Accepting applications until Wednesday, January 31, 2024, or earlier if an offer is accepted.
The Compliance and Finance Officer reports directly to the Business Manager and is responsible for matters of administrative and regulatory compliance, including written reporting to central and local government agencies.
The Compliance and Finance Officer will be part of in-person meetings and negotiations with official bodies as required and may be asked to represent CAJ on some official occasions.
The Compliance and Finance Officer is also involved in the day-to-day cash and payment functions of the business office.
Qualifications
The successful applicant must be able to provide high-level support to the Business Manager and to that end will:
Be a committed Christian and an active member of a church.
Have an appropriate university business degree with a qualification in business/financial management an advantage. A professional level of competence in Japanese business culture is essential.
Have at least five years successful experience in a comparable role.
Be a native Japanese speaker with high-level English abilities.
Be a proven team player, committed to a collaborative team model and willing to adapt to different styles and approaches as appropriate.
Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Have well-developed organizational skills.
Be of mature disposition, known to be loyal, honest, and discreet and to have a strong sense of community service.
Have an understanding of and ability to contribute to the vision and mission of Christian Academy in Japan.
Major Responsibilities
The Compliance and Finance Officer is directly responsible to the Business Manager for:
Preparation of regulatory reporting documents and ensuring all compliance requirements are met according to Private School Codes.
Assisting in managing and planning long-term capital expenditure projects and ensuring plans meet regulatory code.
Reviewing other business activities including conducting tenders for services.
Assisting the Business Manager in maintaining bank relationships.
Translating for the Business Manager as requested.
Administration of treasury functions such as the collection of cash deposits, cash payments, bank transfers and maintaining petty cash accounts.
Assisting in the oversight of the Tuition Assistance Plan and submission of applicable municipal and national government subsidies for high school students. Liaising with parents as required.
Additional responsibilities:
Preparation of ad hoc reports and participation in presentations or special projects as requested by school leadership.
Liaising with HR-related agencies as requested by the HR Manager.
Translating minutes for Board of Counselors/Directors into Japanese for submission to the Tokyo government.
CAJ receives a large number of applications and we are unable to accept general applications for positions not listed. If you have questions, please email: personnel@caj.ac.jp.
