About the opportunity
Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is seeking an Advertising Sales and Sponsorship Manager to lead the Commercial Sponsorship and Advertising Program at Camp Foster, Japan. The role involves planning, budgeting, and evaluating sponsorship activities, cultivating corporate partnerships in U.S. and Japanese markets, and overseeing the full lifecycle of sponsorship acquisition and contract development to enhance the quality of life for the Marine Corps community.
Salary and benefits
- Stability of Federal Civilian Service
- Competitive Pay
- Comprehensive Benefit Packages
- Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges
- Quality of Work Life Balance
Who can apply?
- Applicants must currently reside in Okinawa or be arriving on official government orders to Okinawa.
- Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in commercial sponsorship, advertising sales, business development, or related fields.
- Demonstrated ability to research, network, and cultivate business relationships with U.S. and host nation companies.
- Strong negotiation, communication, contract administration, and project management skills.
- Ability to interpret and apply DoD and USMC policies related to sponsorship, advertising, and commercial agreements.
- Experience coordinating across marketing divisions and operational departments.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to lift up to 20 lbs occasionally.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Government Owned Vehicle (GOV) operator's permit within 30 days of hire.
Required documents
- Resume (must not exceed 2 pages; resumes exceeding this limit will be deemed ineligible)
- Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable
- DD214 Member Copy (if prior military)
- Social Security Card (required to be presented during the application process)
When to apply
- Application closing date: 2026-09-10 at 11:59 PM (ET)
How to apply
- Submit all applications online via the MCCS Careers website.
- Ensure the application or resume is submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Professionals with 5+ years of experience in commercial sponsorship, advertising sales, or business development.
- Candidates with a proven ability to network and cultivate relationships with U.S. and host nation companies.
- Individuals with strong negotiation and contract administration skills.
What should you think carefully about?
- Applicants must already reside in Okinawa or be arriving on official government orders; this is not an open relocation role.
- Resumes must be strictly limited to two pages to avoid being deemed ineligible.
- A valid Government Owned Vehicle (GOV) operator's permit must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is perfect for those looking to lead a commercial program and cultivate corporate partnerships in both U.S. and Japanese markets while benefiting from Federal Civilian Service stability.
Our take
Ideal for experienced advertising and sponsorship professionals already residing in or arriving in Okinawa, Japan.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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