Ward Mayor (Designated City)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Managerial Occupations
- Middle : Other Managerial Occupations
- Minor : Administrative Public Officials
Summary
In an administrative district of a designated city, serves as the head of the district, overseeing district administration, enforcing ordinances, budget preparation, improvement of resident services, and more.
Description
The Ward Mayor (Designated City) serves as the top executive of an administrative district within a designated city, overseeing all aspects of district administration. Specifically, this role involves budget preparation and execution, formulation and enforcement of ordinances and regulations, personnel management of administrative staff, proposals and responses to the district council, dialogue with local residents, disaster preparedness and crisis management, and a wide range of other duties. Additionally, through coordination and collaboration with city hall and prefectural offices, improvement of resident services, promotion of regional revitalization and welfare policies, the role aims to solve local issues and promote development.
Future Outlook
With declining birthrates, aging populations, and diversifying resident needs, leadership focused on solving local issues will become increasingly important. Promotion of smart city initiatives through ICT utilization and area management will require policy execution skills and resident collaboration abilities.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Excellent judgment / Fair and sincere / Good at explaining / Has leadership
Work Style
Election Duties / Emphasis on Resident Dialogue / Full-time Permanent / Remote
Career Path
Local Government Administrative Staff → Section Chief/Department Head etc. Management Positions → Deputy Ward Mayor/Deputy Director → Ward Mayor
Required Skills
Budget Management / Crisis Management / Ordinance Formulation / Policy Planning / Public Relations
Recommended Skills
Change Management / Data Analysis / Facilitation / ICT Utilization / Language Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Logical thinking is required for analyzing district administration issues and formulating policies. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is required in budget and ordinance formulation. |
| Communication Skills | Smooth communication with residents, council members, and staff is essential. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Necessary to proactively undertake district administration reforms and new policy planning. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Numerical analysis skills are required for budget preparation and financial management. |
| Planning & Organization | Important for administrative planning and budget formulation/execution management. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary to quickly resolve diverse resident issues. |
| Stress Tolerance | High stress tolerance is required for resident correspondence and disaster response. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Necessary to collaborate and coordinate with diverse organizations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work and meetings, with relatively low physical demands. |
Aliases
- Administrative Ward Mayor
- Ward Administration Leader
Related Jobs
- Deputy Ward Mayor
- Mayor
- Town Mayor
- Village Mayor