Secretary General (NPO Corporation)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Managerial Occupations
- Middle : Corporate and Organizational Managers
- Minor : Other Corporate and Organizational Managers
Summary
The position that serves as the top executive responsible for organizational operations in an NPO corporation, overseeing business planning, fundraising, stakeholder coordination, and human resource management.
Description
The Secretary General (NPO Corporation) serves as the top executive for organizational operations in a non-profit organization, formulating annual activity plans and budgets, and promoting fundraising (such as securing grants and soliciting donations). They manage staff and volunteers, coordinate and negotiate with the board of directors and external stakeholders, create activity outcome reports, and disseminate information. They also play important roles in building and maintaining governance structures, confirming legal compliance, and establishing internal controls. Activity areas span welfare, education, environmental protection, and more, requiring leadership toward solving social issues.
Future Outlook
With the diversification of social issues and strengthened collaboration with government and corporations, the role of NPO corporations continues to expand. Changes in the fundraising environment and responses to digitalization are required, and for the Secretary General, the integration of management skills and expertise will become even more important.
Personality Traits
Can respond flexibly / Has coordination skills / Has leadership / Has social contribution awareness / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Administrative staff → Deputy Secretary General / Manager → Secretary General → Director / Secretary General → Representative Director / General Secretary
Required Skills
Budget management / Facilitation / NPO-related laws and regulations / Organization management / Stakeholder coordination
Recommended Skills
Communication skills (English) / Fundraising / Project management / Utilization of digital tools
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Because frequent coordination with diverse stakeholders is required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because it is necessary to proactively lead and make decisions as a leader. |
| Planning & Organization | Because planning and execution of events and business plans are required. |
| Problem Solving | Because the ability to solve organizational operation issues is important. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because it is necessary to withstand requests from multiple directions and sudden responses. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because the organization is operated in collaboration with staff and external parties. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, with relatively low physical load. |
Related Qualifications
- Certified Social Worker
- Fundraising Advisor
- Small and Medium Enterprise Diagnostician
- プロジェクトマネジメントプロフェッショナル(PMP)