Legislator
だいぎし
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Managerial Occupations
- Middle : Other Managerial Occupations
- Minor : Administrative Public Officials
Summary
A position that attends the National Diet as a representative of the people, handling tasks such as enacting laws, deliberating budgets, and supervising administration.
Description
Legislators serve as representatives of the people in the National Diet, submitting and deliberating bills, approving budgets, and monitoring administration. They belong to political parties, gain support through internal party adjustments and election activities, and participate in national politics. Composed of members of the House of Representatives and House of Councillors, they engage in committee activities, discussions, and questioning in plenary sessions. They handle a wide range of duties including exchanging opinions with the public, local activities, and policy proposals.
Future Outlook
With the advancement of SNS and data utilization, digitalization of election strategies and policy communication is progressing. Expansion in the promotion of young people and women is expected, and expectations are high for lawmakers who possess both diversity and expertise.
Personality Traits
Has Leadership / High Ethical Standards / Persuasive / Sociable / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Discretionary Labor System / Flexible / Frequent Business Trips and Travel / Full-time / Partial Remote Work Possible
Career Path
Political Secretary → Local Politician (City Councilor, Prefectural Assembly Member) → National Diet Member → Party Officer/Executive → Minister/Prime Minister
Required Skills
Election Strategy and Campaigning / Negotiation and Adjustment Skills / Parliamentary Management / Policy Planning / Presentation Skills
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (English, International Negotiation) / Data Analysis / Facilitation / Media Relations
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Necessary to scrutinize bills and policies and make logical judgments. |
| Communication Skills | Required for communicating with many people in parliamentary sessions and election activities. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Necessary to proactively propose and promote policies. |
| Planning & Organization | Policy planning and election campaign planning and coordination skills are required. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary for developing and implementing solutions to social issues. |
| Stress Tolerance | Required to withstand harsh criticism and busy schedules. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Required to collaborate with party factions and committees to advance policies. |
Related Qualifications
- Eligibility to run for office (House of Representatives: 25 years old or older, House of Councillors: 30 years old or older)
Aliases
- Member of the National Diet
Related Jobs
- City Councilor
- National Diet Member Secretary
- Politician
- Prefectural Assembly Member