The International Astronomical Union (IAU) is looking for its next Assistant Outreach Coordinator for the Office for Astronomy Outreach to provide support to the IAU OAO activities.

This is a contract position for three years. Requirements include writing, editing, social media management, teamwork and interpersonal skills, experience in working with the astronomical and/or outreach/education communities... Experience in, or working knowledge of, Japanese would also be advantageous.

For more information. The selection process will begin after 15 May 2019.

About the International Astronomical Union (IAU) Office for Astronomy Outreach (OAO)

"The International Astronomical Union (IAU) Office for Astronomy Outreach (OAO) is a hub for coordinating astronomy public outreach activities around the world. The aim is to make it easier for the public to access information about our Universe and local and global astronomy events while building networks to support and disseminate information to the amateur astronomy and public outreach communities. The IAU OAO is located at the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan (NAOJ), Mitaka Campus, Tokyo, Japan."