Village Mayor
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Managerial Occupations
- Middle : Other Managerial Occupations
- Minor : Administrative Public Officials
Summary
The village mayor is the head of the village administration and, as a public office, oversees the improvement of residents' welfare and the operation of the local autonomous body based on decisions of the village council.
Description
The village mayor is elected under the Local Autonomy Law to serve as the head of the village, overseeing village administration in accordance with village council decisions. Main duties include preparing and executing budget proposals, proposing ordinances and rules, appointing and dismissing administrative staff, responding to emergencies, representing the region externally, exchanging opinions with residents, and managing council operations. Collaborating with deputy village mayors and administrative staff, they work to improve resident services and promote regional revitalization, addressing local issues. The term is 4 years, and re-election is possible.
Future Outlook
Due to the progression of declining birthrates, aging population, and depopulation, the survival of villages is threatened, and the role of village mayor is on a declining trend. On the other hand, as a leader in local revitalization and regional promotion, abilities in wide-area collaboration and securing diverse revenue sources are required.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Excellent Judgment / Flexible Thinking / Honest / Public-Spirited
Work Style
Council Correspondence / Elected Public Office / Full-time / Public Events Participation / Resident Support
Career Path
Administrative Staff → Village Council Member → Deputy Village Mayor → Village Mayor → Town Mayor / City Mayor → Prefectural Governor
Required Skills
Budget Management / Knowledge of Local Autonomy Law / Leadership / Policy Planning / Public Policy Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Community Management / Crisis Management / Negotiation and Adjustment Skills / Public Document Preparation / Regional Revitalization
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Necessary to flexibly respond to changes in social conditions and resident needs. |
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To analyze complex administrative issues and make policy judgments. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Necessary to accurately grasp details of laws and budgets. |
| Communication Skills | Coordination and consensus-building with residents, council, and related organizations are important. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Leadership is required to proactively lead the region. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mathematical understanding is necessary for budget preparation and fiscal analysis. |
| Planning & Organization | To plan and execute initiatives with limited resources. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary to quickly and accurately derive solutions to regional issues. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to high pressure from residents and the council. |
Related Jobs
- Deputy Village Mayor
- Mayor
- Town Mayor