Bureau Director (Each Ministry/Agency)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Managerial Occupations
- Middle : Other Managerial Occupations
- Minor : Administrative Public Officials
Summary
A managerial position that oversees and manages the administrative affairs of each bureau in ministries and agencies, supervising everything from policy planning to execution and coordination.
Description
The Bureau Director is a managerial position in each ministry and agency's bureau that oversees policy planning, formulation, implementation, and evaluation. As the head of the bureau, they direct section chiefs and below, handle budget formulation and execution, personnel management, and negotiations and coordination with other ministries and local governments. In addition to indicating policy directions, they bear ultimate responsibility for organizational operations and aim to realize sustainable administrative services by collaborating with stakeholders inside and outside the ministry.
Future Outlook
With administrative reforms and promotion of digital government, skills in policy effectiveness verification and DX response are required. Amid population decline and fiscal constraints, the importance of efficient administrative operations is increasing, and demand for specialized personnel remains stable.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Good at coordination / Has leadership / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Full-time / Government Agency Work / Long Hours / Transfers Available
Career Path
National Civil Servant (Comprehensive Track) Recruitment → Assistant Section Chief → Section Chief → Deputy Director-General → Bureau Director
Required Skills
Budget Management / Legal Interpretation / Negotiation and Coordination / Personnel Management / Policy Planning
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (English) / Data Analysis / Presentation / Risk Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Advanced logical thinking is required for policy planning and data analysis. |
| Communication Skills | High communication skills are necessary for coordination and negotiation with stakeholders inside and outside the ministry. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Proactivity in proposing and promoting policies is required. |
| Planning & Organization | The ability to manage large-scale projects and budgets, and to formulate and execute plans is essential. |
| Problem Solving | High problem-solving skills are needed to resolve complex administrative issues. |
| Stress Tolerance | Stress tolerance is necessary to cope with high responsibility and heavy workloads. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Coordination skills are important for advancing work in collaboration with other departments and external organizations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly office work, with relatively low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- National Civil Service Examination [Comprehensive Track]
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- Administrative Vice-Minister
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