Job Vacancy: Senior Clerk for Political Affairs
2025/10/17
1. JOB DESCRIPTION
・Researching, monitoring and reporting on current political issues in the region
(Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Goa).
・Writing analysis reports on key thematic issues relevant to internal politics in
the region.
・Creating and maintaining a strong network of contacts by building relationships
with government officials, political parties, and civil society to build in-depth knowledge of the regional political scene.
・Provide support to additional ad hoc requirements including logistical handling of the visits for Consulate General of Japan in Mumbai..
2. QUALIFICATION
・Excellent English written and verbal communication skills (It is desirable to have
Japanese communication skills as well).
・A degree in a relevant discipline, such as political science.
・In-depth knowledge of politics, civil society in the region.
・Minimum two years of experience of working in a related field.
・The ability to be a team player, flexible, and work to tight deadlines.
3. WORK HOURS
Full time from 9:00 to 17:30 hours (Lunch Break: 13:15 to 14:00) except for Saturdays, Sundays and designated holidays.
*The position is required to work early morning, late evening and on holidays and travel out of Mumbai as per the work demands.
4. START
21st November 2025 (tentative)
5. TERM OF EMPLOYMENT
2 years (including a 3-month probationary period, and the employment period can be extended depending on work performance)
6. SALARY
INR 90,000～110,000 (to be adjusted by qualification)
7. TO APPLY
No later than 24th October 2025
Fill application form and mail to "job.cgjmumbai@by.mofa.go.jp" with title “Application: Clerk for Political Affairs”.
・Researching, monitoring and reporting on current political issues in the region
(Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Goa).
・Writing analysis reports on key thematic issues relevant to internal politics in
the region.
・Creating and maintaining a strong network of contacts by building relationships
with government officials, political parties, and civil society to build in-depth knowledge of the regional political scene.
・Provide support to additional ad hoc requirements including logistical handling of the visits for Consulate General of Japan in Mumbai..
2. QUALIFICATION
・Excellent English written and verbal communication skills (It is desirable to have
Japanese communication skills as well).
・A degree in a relevant discipline, such as political science.
・In-depth knowledge of politics, civil society in the region.
・Minimum two years of experience of working in a related field.
・The ability to be a team player, flexible, and work to tight deadlines.
3. WORK HOURS
Full time from 9:00 to 17:30 hours (Lunch Break: 13:15 to 14:00) except for Saturdays, Sundays and designated holidays.
*The position is required to work early morning, late evening and on holidays and travel out of Mumbai as per the work demands.
4. START
21st November 2025 (tentative)
5. TERM OF EMPLOYMENT
2 years (including a 3-month probationary period, and the employment period can be extended depending on work performance)
6. SALARY
INR 90,000～110,000 (to be adjusted by qualification)
7. TO APPLY
No later than 24th October 2025
Fill application form and mail to "job.cgjmumbai@by.mofa.go.jp" with title “Application: Clerk for Political Affairs”.