Standing Director (Association)
じょうにんりじ（だんたい）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Managerial Occupations
- Middle : Corporate and Organizational Executives
- Minor : Other Corporate and Organizational Executives
Summary
A standing director is an executive who assumes full-time responsibility for supervising operations and execution in the board of directors of a corporation or organization, playing a central role in strengthening governance and organizational management.
Description
Standing Directors (Associations) are executives who perform their duties full-time in the boards of directors of general incorporated associations, general incorporated foundations, NPO corporations, and similar entities. They handle a wide range of governance tasks, including planning and managing organizational operations based on articles of incorporation and laws, deliberating budgets and settlements, supervising business execution, coordinating with stakeholders, preparing and approving minutes, and building internal controls and compliance systems. Attendance at regular and extraordinary board meetings and general meetings is required, contributing to the sustainable growth and transparency of the organization.
Future Outlook
Amid the growing importance of governance strengthening and ESG management, the demand for standing directors with specialized knowledge is expected to continue rising.
Personality Traits
Good at coordination / Has leadership / High ethical standards / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Department Manager → Executive Officer → Director → Standing Director
Required Skills
Governance Knowledge / Legal Compliance / Risk Management / Shareholders' Meeting Management
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (Business English) / Finance / Strategic Planning
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Because coordination and negotiation with diverse stakeholders are required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because it is a role that proactively leads decision-making. |
| Planning & Organization | Because planning organizational operations and managing progress are required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work. |
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