Department/Section Chief of Independent Administrative Agency
どくりつぎょうせいほうじんのぶかちょう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Managerial Occupations
- Middle : Corporate and Organizational Managers
- Minor : Other Corporate and Organizational Managers
Summary
As the management head of a department in an independent administrative agency, oversees policy planning, implementation, evaluation, budget formulation, and organizational operations.
Description
The department/section chief of an independent administrative agency is a managerial position that oversees departments within the agency. They are consistently responsible for everything from formulating departmental business plans to budget management, human resource development, and performance evaluation, working collaboratively with subordinate positions such as section chiefs and staff directors to achieve departmental goals. They also collaborate with superiors such as deputy directors and board members to formulate and adjust management policies, and handle negotiations and adjustments with external related ministries and other organizations. They bear responsibility for compliance and risk management in organizational operations.
Future Outlook
With the promotion of administrative reforms and digital transformation, the needs for strengthening governance and improving operational efficiency are increasing. As advanced human resource development and organizational management methods are required, the integration of expertise and management skills becomes more important.
Personality Traits
Good at coordination / Has integrity / Has leadership / High ethical standards / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Flexitime / Full-time / Office work / Possibility of transfer / Remote
Career Path
Assistant Section Chief/Staff Director → Section Chief → Department Chief → Deputy Director/Deputy Board Member → Board Member/President/Chairman
Required Skills
Budget Management / Compliance / Leadership / Organizational Management / Policy Planning
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (English) / Contract Procurement Management / Excel (Advanced) / Project Management Methods
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Necessary for policy analysis and evaluation. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is required for budget management and legal compliance. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for coordination with stakeholders and instructions to subordinates. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Initiative is needed to lead the organization. |
| Planning & Organization | Important for planning and execution management of organizational activities. |
| Problem Solving | Quick response and adjustment are needed when problems occur. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to heavy responsibilities and high pressure. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, with little heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- National Public Service Comprehensive Job Examination
Related Jobs
- Civil Servant (Career Track)
- Department/Section Chief of Local Government
- Director of Central Government Ministry
- Section Chief of Independent Administrative Agency