Seminar

Information Session for Prospective JPO Candidates

ONLINE: On 22 February 2024, UNU will host a session to introduce a new Junior Professional Officer position opening at UNU-WIDER.

Time
- Asia/Tokyo
Details
Open to public
Register

On 22 February 2024, UNU will host an online information session for prospective candidates for a Junior Professional Officer (JPO) position as a Programme Analyst at UNU-WIDER.

Programme

  • Overview of the JPO position (15 minutes)
  • Q&A session (15 minutes)

Participation & Registration

Participation is open to all, but please register in advance (by 21 February) using the online form. Registrants will receive a Zoom webinar link on the day of the event.

Language

The presentation will be given in English, but participants are welcome to ask questions during the Q&A session in either English or Japanese.

About this JPO Position

This Junior Professional Officer (JPO) Programme Analyst position is funded by the Government of Japan. Applications are open to Japanese nationals. For further information on responsibilities, as well as required qualifications and competencies, please visit the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan.

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