Union Secretary
くみあいしょき
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : General Clerical, Secretarial, and Receptionist Occupations
- Minor : General Office Clerks
Summary
Handles general clerical tasks supporting union activities such as labor unions, including meeting operations, minutes creation, document management, member correspondence, etc.
Description
Union secretaries, in the labor union office, ensure smooth union operations by preparing and managing regular meetings and ad-hoc gatherings, creating and distributing minutes, handling accounting reports and budget management, maintaining member rosters, supporting various application procedures, and responding to inquiries. They also handle document creation based on labor laws and union bylaws, coordination with relevant organizations, and dissemination activities to members, requiring accuracy and communication skills.
Future Outlook
With the progress of digitalization and efficiency in union clerical work, there may be an increasing demand for clerical staff with IT skills.
Personality Traits
Can pay attention to details / Has cooperativeness / Has coordination skills / Has strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Contract Employee / Flexitime / Full-time Employee / Office Work / Part-time
Career Path
General Clerical Position → Union Secretary → Secretary General Assistant → Union Secretary General → Bureau Chief
Required Skills
Accounting Knowledge / Document Management / Meeting Operations / Minutes Creation / Office Software / Schedule Management
Recommended Skills
Bookkeeping (Grade 2 or higher) / Communication Skills / Labor Law Knowledge / Secretarial Duties
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Important due to the need for accuracy in minutes and documents. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for coordination and negotiation with members and external stakeholders. |
| Planning & Organization | Required for planning, preparation, and management of meeting operations and materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine clerical tasks are the main focus, with few opportunities requiring novel ideas. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work indoors. |
Related Qualifications
- Nissho Bookkeeping Certification
- Secretary Skills Certification
- Social Insurance Labor Consultant
Aliases
- Labor Union Secretary
- Union Clerk
Related Jobs
- General Affairs Staff
- General Clerk
- Labor Management Staff
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