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| Positions Open at the Secretariat | |
| Position | Head of Administration Division |
| Classification | Professional Category |
| General Requirements |
· A citizen of an APO member economy · At least 10 years of progressive professional experience in HR management and development, combined with GA operations in an international environment. · Demonstrated expertise in HR policy development, recruitment, performance management, training and development, and staff welfare programs, with a sound understanding of labor and social security frameworks, including those of Japan as the host country of the Secretariat, and their implications for an international organization. · Proven experience in managing various GA services, and coordinating with external agencies, service providers, and relevant government counterparts. · Business-level English proficiency (the official working language of the APO), and native-level Japanese fluency, with excellent oral and written communication skills in both languages. · Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams, provide strategic HR and administrative advice to senior management, and manage sensitive processes with discretion, integrity, and sound judgment. |
| Detailed Requirements | Please click on the specific link above for details on the roles and responsibilities as well as required qualifications and experience. |
| Workplace | APO Secretariat, Tokyo, Japan (https://www.apo-tokyo.org/contactus/). |
| Remuneration | A competitive salary to be determined based on experience and the APO salary scale. |
| Term of Appointment | Fixed-term appointment for two years, with the possibility of reappointment at the end of the term, conditional upon satisfactory performance and organizational needs. |
| Application Procedures |
Please complete the APO application form and send it with a cover letter in English stating the position you are applying for, why you are applying, and how you may be qualified for the position. Applications must reach the APO Secretariat via e-mail to the following addresses: Submission deadline: 16:00 (Japan Standard Time), Monday, 05 January 2026 Email address for submission: HR-D@apo-tokyo.org Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted. Applications not using the APO application form will not be accepted. No supporting documents, such as copies of certificates, letters of reference, publications, or writing samples, should be submitted at this stage. They will be required only for the shortlisted candidates later. Application documents will not be returned. Only those who are shortlisted will be contacted. |
| Contact | Administration Division Asian Productivity Organization HR-D@apo-tokyo.org |