Agricultural Cooperative Officer
のうぎょうきょうどうくみあいやくいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Managerial Occupations
- Middle : Corporate and Organizational Executives
- Minor : Other Corporate and Organizational Executives
Summary
Serves as directors, auditors, and other positions in agricultural cooperatives, engaging in cooperative management, formulation of business policies, and member support.
Description
Agricultural cooperative officers represent the interests of members in cooperative management, formulating and implementing business policies through deliberations at board meetings and general meetings. They oversee operations such as credit, mutual aid, purchasing, and sales, provide business guidance to members, and coordinate with government agencies and other organizations. They promote organizational management by collaborating with diverse stakeholders to balance regional agricultural development and support for members' farming activities.
Future Outlook
With organizational reforms at agricultural cooperatives, measures against aging, and digital transformation (DX) in agriculture, executives will increasingly require expertise in business strategy and IT utilization.
Personality Traits
Excellent judgment / Good teamwork / Leadership qualities / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Attendance at board and general meetings / Business trips and visits / Office work
Career Path
Member → Director Candidate → Director → Representative Director
Required Skills
Cooperative Management Knowledge / Facilitation / Financial Accounting / Legal Compliance Knowledge / Negotiation Skills
Recommended Skills
Data Analysis / Financial Mutual Aid Basics / Risk Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To analyze management indicators and financial data and formulate policies. |
| Communication Skills | Due to frequent opportunities for coordination and negotiation with members, government, and external organizations. |
| Planning & Organization | Required ability to formulate and execute medium- to long-term business plans. |
| Problem Solving | To solve members' issues and address operational problems. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To collaborate with the board, staff, and members to advance decision-making. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work and meetings, with little heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- Agricultural Management Advisor
Aliases
- Agricultural Cooperative Executive
- JA Executive
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