National Census Enumerator

こくせいちょうさちょうさいん

Industry & Occupation

Public Service, Legal & Administration

Classification

Summary

National Census Enumerators visit each household in the national census conducted by the Statistics Bureau of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications to distribute and collect census forms and verify the entries.

Description

National Census Enumerators visit each household to distribute and collect census forms, and check and correct entries for the national census, which is a key government statistic. They receive prior training and plan visitation routes for designated areas. During door-to-door visits, they explain how to fill out the forms and leave a notice if the resident is absent. The survey period is short-term, with compensation often on a per-household or daily allowance basis. Since the survey results directly impact statistical quality, accurate recording and confidentiality are essential.

Future Outlook

In the future, while online responses utilizing ICT will advance, the demand for in-person accuracy verification is expected to persist.

Personality Traits

Amiable / Patient / Sincere / Strong sense of responsibility

Work Style

High Mobility / Outdoor Work / Part-time / Short-term

Career Path

Part-time/Alba Survey Staff (Short-term) → Statistics Survey Staff at Other Public Agencies → Temporary Staff at Local Public Organizations

Required Skills

Basic PC Operation / Communication Skills / Record and Report Creation / Route Design

Recommended Skills

Interpersonal Negotiation Skills / Ordinary Motor Vehicle Driver's License / Time Management Skills

Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)

Item Description
Attention to Detail & Accuracy Because errors or omissions in data affect the reliability of the entire survey.
Communication Skills Because they interact with diverse residents and need to provide polite explanations and handle questions.
Physical Stamina & Endurance Physical stamina is required due to extensive long-duration walking and frequent stair climbing.

Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)

Item Description
Creativity & Ideation Creativity is not required as they work according to given procedures.
Numerical & Quantitative Analysis Advanced numerical analysis is not required.

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