Japanese interpreter Nepal

Job Description

[Job Opening] Procurement Assistant for Singing Bowls & Tingsha

Interpreter + Quality Inspection / Kathmandu / Spot Contract

■ Background

InoBasic Inc. is a company based in Fukuoka, Japan.

We are launching a new business to procure singing bowls, tingsha, and related items from workshops in Nepal and sell them in the Japanese market.

We are looking for a reliable local partner who can support communication with workshops and assist with product quality inspection.

■ Responsibilities

1. Interpretation

- Interpret during price negotiations with workshops.

- Communicate in Japanese, English, and Nepali depending on the situation.

- Support smooth communication between local workshops and the Japan team.

2. Quality Inspection

- Check the sound quality, overtones, and resonance of singing bowls and tingsha.

- After visiting workshops, take sample items to a quiet place, such as your home or a café, and evaluate them carefully.

- Record audio and video during inspection and share them with the Japan team.

- Inspection criteria will be provided through OJT training after hiring.

■ Employment Type

- Spot contract / outsourcing / freelance

- Approximately 3 to 5 hours per procurement visit

- Several times per month

- Frequency is negotiable

- Flexible scheduling, compatible with study or other work

■ Compensation

- Compensation will be based on working hours and monthly activity level.

- Details will be discussed during the interview.

- Conditions may improve with continued cooperation.

■ Requirements

- Japanese: JLPT N3 level or equivalent conversational ability

- English: Business level

- Nepali: Native level

- Valid driver’s license for visiting workshops in and around Kathmandu

- Available for quick communication via WhatsApp

- Reliable, honest, and detail-oriented personality

■ Preferred Qualifications

- Musical ability or experience, such as playing an instrument, choir, music study, etc.

- Local business network, such as workshops, logistics, tourism, etc.

- Studying at or graduated from one of the following institutions:

 - Tribhuvan University (TU), Bishwa Bhasa Campus, Japanese major

 - Kathmandu University (KU), arts or music-related field

 - JLECC (Japanese Language & Education Culture Centre)

■ Selection Process

1. Document screening: CV + motivation letter

2. Zoom interview

3. Online skill assessment: language and communication

4. In-person interview in Kathmandu + one-day accompaniment trial

5. Final decision

The schedule will be arranged flexibly according to the applicant’s availability.

■ How to Apply

Please contact us using the information below.

WhatsApp:

+81 80-6581-5885

Mizuguchi

Email:

[email protected]

Email subject:

Application – Singing Bowl Procurement Assistant

■ Employer

Company:

InoBasic Inc.

Location:

Fukuoka, Japan

Director:

Keito Mizuguchi

Business areas:

Vocational training school operation, real estate brokerage, liquor business, and others

New business:

Procurement and sales of singing bowls and tingsha

Website:

https://inobasic.tech/