Office Director (Various Ministries)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Managerial Occupations
- Middle : Other Managerial Occupations
- Minor : Administrative Public Officials
Summary
A managerial position as a national public servant who oversees ministry offices, supervises policy implementation, organization management, personnel and budget management.
Description
The Office Director (Various Ministries) is a managerial position for national public servants who manage and oversee departments and regional offices within each ministry. They handle support and coordination for policy planning, budget formulation and execution management, personnel placement and labor management, and conduct coordination and negotiations with related organizations inside and outside the ministry, local governments, and related groups. Additionally, they supervise the proper operation of administrative procedures based on laws and regulations, and play a supporting role for the overall organizational operations through official document management, information disclosure, crisis response, and more.
Future Outlook
Amid efforts to streamline administrative operations and promote digitalization, skills in digital governance and public-private partnerships will become increasingly emphasized.
Personality Traits
Has Cooperativeness / Has Flexible Thinking / Has Leadership / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Full-time / Government Office Work / Office Work / Possibility of Transfer
Career Path
Assistant Section Chief → Section Chief → Deputy Director → Office Director → Bureau Director
Required Skills
Administrative Procedure Knowledge / Budget Management / Legal Interpretation / Official Document Creation / Personnel and Labor Management / Policy Planning
Recommended Skills
English Document Reading and Writing / Human Resource Management / Presentation / Project Management / Risk Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To analyze complex policy issues and create materials that aid decision-making. |
| Communication Skills | The ability to coordinate with diverse stakeholders and provide instructions and explanations is important. |
| Initiative & Leadership | To lead the organization and make proactive decisions. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | To perform budget formulation and numerical data analysis. |
| Planning & Organization | To formulate business plans and manage projects. |
| Problem Solving | Because they have the responsibility to solve policy issues and organizational operation problems. |
| Stress Tolerance | To carry out tasks amid diverse demands and pressures. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, so physical load is low. |
Related Qualifications
- National Public Service Comprehensive Position (Former Type I)