Director (Special corporation)
りじ（とくしゅほうじん）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Managerial Occupations
- Middle : Corporate and Organizational Executives
- Minor : Other Corporate and Organizational Executives
Summary
Directors in special corporations serve as members of the board of directors, overseeing the organization's management and business execution, and taking responsibility for strategic decision-making and strengthening governance.
Description
Directors (special corporations) are executives on the boards of special corporations funded by the government or under public regulation, responsible for business execution, strategic planning, and budget management. They determine the organization's basic policies through board discussions and bear responsibility for maintaining and strengthening compliance and governance systems. Reporting and coordination with the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications or supervising ministries are also required, demanding stakeholder collaboration and risk management skills.
Future Outlook
Amid special corporation reorganizations due to aging population and administrative reforms, strengthened governance and improved transparency are demanded, making high expertise and ethics even more important for directors.
Personality Traits
Excellent judgment / Good cooperativeness / High ethical standards / Strategic thinking / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Discretionary work system / Full-time / Many business trips and meetings / Regular board meetings
Career Path
Specialist staff → Section chief/department head → Deputy director → Director → Chairman
Required Skills
Budget management / Business strategy / Compliance / Governance knowledge / Stakeholder coordination
Recommended Skills
Administrative procedure knowledge / Financial analysis / Legal knowledge / Risk management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Essential for coordination and negotiation with the board and stakeholders. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Required to autonomously lead policy formulation and decision-making. |
| Planning & Organization | Required for systematically managing organizational operations and strategic planning. |
| Stress Tolerance | Necessary due to frequent high-pressure decision-making situations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Primarily desk work and meetings, with low physical demands. |
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