Organization Executive
だんたいやくいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Managerial Occupations
- Middle : Corporate and Organizational Executives
- Minor : Other Corporate and Organizational Executives
Summary
Organization executives serve as members of the highest decision-making body of corporations or non-profit organizations, taking charge of organization management, strategy formulation, and governance enhancement.
Description
Organization executives, as members of boards of directors or councils in companies, NPOs, public interest corporations, etc., formulate medium- to long-term organizational policies and strategies, ensure governance, and coordinate with stakeholders (employees, investors, society, etc.). They analyze financial conditions and risks, and lead internal controls and management reforms as necessary. They may also handle compliance with laws, responses to social responsibilities (CSR/ESG), and external negotiations and public relations activities as representative directors or councilors.
Future Outlook
Amid growing interest in non-profit sectors and social issues, demand for executives in NPOs and public interest corporations is increasing, while corporate governance enhancements are heightening the need for specialized roles such as board directors. Individuals with experience and expertise are expected to remain in high demand.
Personality Traits
Excellent judgment / Has cooperativeness / Has leadership / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Department Head → Executive Officer → Board Director → Representative Director/Representative Board Director
Required Skills
Financial Accounting Knowledge / Governance Knowledge / Risk Management / Stakeholder Management / Strategic Planning
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (Business English) / Facilitation / Legal Knowledge / Presentation / Project Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Necessary for analyzing organizational situations and formulating strategies. |
| Communication Skills | Necessary for coordination and persuasion with diverse stakeholders. |
| Initiative & Leadership | To lead the organization and spearhead decision-making. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mathematical and quantitative analytical skills are necessary for financial analysis and budget management. |
| Planning & Organization | Important for organizational management planning and strategy execution. |
| Problem Solving | To lead responses and reforms to organizational issues. |
| Stress Tolerance | Make decisions under high pressure. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly office-based work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Bookkeeping Certification
- MBA
- Small and Medium Enterprise Diagnostician
Aliases
- Board Director
- Director
- Executive Officer
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