OA Clerk
オーエーじむいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that involves operating personal computers and various OA equipment to handle clerical tasks such as data entry, document creation, and schedule management.
Description
OA clerks operate personal computers as well as printers, multifunction devices, and other OA equipment, handling data entry, creation and editing of documents and materials, spreadsheets, database management, email sending and receiving, schedule adjustments, and more. Accuracy and speed are required, and business manners and communication skills in dealings with inside and outside the company are also important. Improving IT literacy through template creation for business efficiency, macro utilization, basic RPA tool operation, etc., will be beneficial for future careers.
Future Outlook
With the introduction of RPA and business automation tools, routine tasks will decrease, while skill shifts to higher-level tasks such as tool operation and data analysis will be required. Basic OA skills are expected to remain in demand.
Personality Traits
Can pay attention to details / Has a strong sense of responsibility / Has excellent communication skills / Has good cooperativeness
Work Style
Contract employee / Full-time employee / Office work / Part-time/casual / Remote
Career Path
Junior OA Operator → OA Specialist → Office team leader → Office manager → Specialized office roles such as general affairs and accounting
Required Skills
Document management / Email software operation / Office software / Printer operation / Typing
Recommended Skills
Communication skills (English email) / Database operation / Email correspondence / Schedule management tools / VBA (Basics)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors are not tolerated in data entry and document creation. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine tasks are the main focus, and accuracy is valued more than creativity. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it is mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Certify PC Certification
- MOS (Microsoft Office Specialist)
- Nissho PC Certification
Aliases
- Data Entry Operator
- OA Clerk
- OA Operator
- PC Operator
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