The JENESYS Programme

The JENESYS Programme

JENESYS: Japan East-Asia Exchange for Students and Youths, is a cultural exchange programme fully funded by the Government of Japan. The University of the South Pacific International office coordinates this programme in the Pacific for Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Nauru, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu.

USPI has coordinated this project from Kizuna and JENESYS 2.0 to all subsequent JENESYS programmes after.

The project provides fully funded 7-9 days study tours to Japan for University students between the ages of 18 and 34 enrolled in degree or higher level programmes. Each tour has a theme and prefecture in Japan is assigned to the specific theme. These include: Peace building, history and culture, Sports, Disaster and reconstruction, Marine resources, Japanese culture and language, trade, tourism and investment, Environment and energy, ocean resources and conservation. They experience the local Japanese lifestyle by staying with host families, engaging with peers at local high schools and universities, visit local ministries, councils and policymakers while also exploring museums, innovative infrastructure and cultural sites. An experience of a lifetime.

This is an opportunity for Pacific Island students and youths to learn more about Japan, its culture and innovation while also sharing about the Pacific way of life and deepen the connection between Pacific and Japan through people-to-people engagement. At the conclusion of the programme students can join the Japan-Pacific Alumni Association (JPAA) and engage in post promotion activities.

For further information please email: jenesys@usp.ac.fj

Criteria for student applicants

1. Must be between the ages of 18 and 34 years (inclusive).
2. Must be a citizen from one of the 14 member countries: Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, FSM, Marshall Island, Nauru, Niue, Palau, PNG, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu.
3. Currently enrolled into an Undergraduate or higher level programme at USP. Except for students from PNG, Palau, Federated States of Micronesia and College of Marshall Islands (RMI).
4. Must have completed one semester at USP already.
   Except for students from PNG, Palau, Federated States of Micronesia and College of Marshall Islands (RMI).
5. Must have at least one more semester to complete at USP.
   Except for students from PNG, Palau, Federated States of Micronesia and College of Marshall Islands (RMI).
6. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5.
7. Must be medically fit to travel.
8. Must have the relevant clearance or approval from Sponsor to travel.
9. Must have a valid Passport with at least 6 months remaining from date of travel.
10. Must not have traveled in Kizuna, or any JENESYS project.
11. Should not have any holds or disciplinary records with the respective universities.

PLEASE NOTE THAT IF SELECTED YOU WILL NEED TO ADHERE TO THE FOLLOWING:

1. Must communicate the required logistics information in a timely manner.
2. Must provide a valid medical certificate within 4 days from the selection confirmation.
3. No changes to be made to the travel itinerary/ ticket provided to you from the JENESYS office.
4. Must participate in the full activities carried out in Japan.
5. Must follow the programme.
6. Upon completion of the tour a written report of minimum 3 pages (and not exceeding 9 pages) to be provided within 7 days from completion of tour.
7. Conduct post promotion activities to further promote the programme, Japan and its culture. Share these activity updates with the JENESYS team at USP.

Criteria for supervisor applicants

1. Must be over 25 years of age.
2. Must be a citizen from one of the following countries: Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, FSM, Marshall Island, Nauru, Niue, Palau, PNG, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Australia or New Zealand.
3. Must be a full-time staff of the University of the South Pacific (USP).
4. Must have completed their probation period of employment with USP.
5. Must have at least 6 more months remaining on their staff contract with USP.
6. Must have a valid First Aid certificate which has been valid for 1 months and has at least 3 more months remaining.
7. Must be medically fit to travel.
8. Must have approval from manager or supervisor to travel (duty travel or annual leave).
9. Must have a valid Passport (should NOT expire in the next 6 months of travel date).
10. Must not have traveled in Kizuna, or any JENESYS project.

PLEASE NOTE THAT IF SELECTED YOU WILL NEED TO ADHERE TO THE FOLLOWING:

1. Must communicate the required logistics information in a timely manner.
2. Must provide a valid medical certificate within 4 days from the selection confirmation.
3. Coordinate the cultural performance for your assigned group.
4. No changes to be made to the travel itinerary/ ticket provided to you from the JENESYS office.
5. Must follow the programme schedule provided.
6. Upon completion of the tour a written report of minimum 3 pages (and not exceeding 9 pages) to be provided within 7 days from completion of tour.
7. Assist in the collection of reports from your group members.
8. Collect photos and videos from participants and share with JENESYS office at USP.
9. Conduct post promotion activities to further promote the programme, Japan and its culture. Share these activity updates with the JENESYS team at USP.

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