Vice Admiral
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Security and Public Safety Occupations
- Middle : Self-Defense Force Personnel
- Minor : Self-Defense Force Personnel
Summary
A flag officer position in the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force responsible for overseeing fleet and base operations and strategies, as well as commanding and managing the organization.
Description
Vice Admiral is one of the senior flag officer ranks in the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, responsible for commanding fleets and bases, formulating operations plans, managing and operating units, and coordinating and negotiating with foreign navies and civilian organizations. It requires analyzing diverse information to make strategic decisions, managing subordinate morale, and supervising training plans. Appointment requires many years of service experience, completion of higher education institutions such as the National Defense Academy, and the Officer Candidate Course. In the future, paths lead to positions in the Joint Staff Office or other Self-Defense Force executive roles.
Future Outlook
With changes in the security environment, the role of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force is expanding, and the demand for strategic leadership from flag officers is expected to remain steady or increase.
Personality Traits
Able to Respond Flexibly / Excellent Judgment / Has Leadership / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Domestic and International Travel / Long Hours / Rank-Based Duties / Uniform Required
Career Path
Officer Candidate → Ship Captain → Staff Officer → Rear Admiral → Vice Admiral → Joint Staff Office Officer
Required Skills
Defense Policy Knowledge / Information Analysis / Strategic Planning / Unit Command and Management
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (English for Diplomatic Negotiations) / Completion of Joint Staff College / Crisis Management / Negotiation and Coordination Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Able to flexibly respond to changing international situations and missions. |
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | High-level analytical skills are required for strategic planning and operations formulation. |
| Communication Skills | Coordination and negotiation abilities with units and other organizations are essential. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Strong leadership is needed to lead the organization. |
| Planning & Organization | Required to oversee large-scale organizational operations and planning. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary to respond to emergencies and unforeseen situations. |
| Stress Tolerance | Mental resilience is required due to high responsibility and long working hours. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Integrated operational capabilities through collaboration across multiple departments are required. |
Related Qualifications
- Completion of Officer Candidate Course
- Graduation from National Defense Academy
Related Jobs
- Flag Officer
- Fleet Commander
- Rear Admiral
- Self-Defense Forces Staff