We are looking for investigators for the census in Reiwa 7 (2025)!

With the deadline of October 1, 2025, the census will be conducted nationwide.
The census is the most basic and important survey of Japan conducted based on the Statistical Law, and is intended to grasp the actual situation of the domestic population and obtain basic data on various administrative measures. It is done for people.
Since Sakae Ward requires about 600 national census personnel to conduct the survey, we are looking for people who can engage in the survey.

Investigators who visit the target households and explain the survey and distribute, collect, and inspect questionnaires.
A briefing session will be held before the start of the survey to explain the details of the work, so even first-timers can conduct research activities with confidence.

1. Those who can carry out the work of investigators on their own with responsibility
2. As a general rule, those over 20 years old (as of September 1, 2025)
3. Those who trust in the protection of secrets
4. Those who are not directly related to elections and police
5. Gangsters and other persons who do not fall under antisocial forces
※　If you can conduct research activities in Sakae Ward, you can apply for those living outside the ward.

From the beginning of September to the end of October, Reiwa 7 (2025)

The following contents from 1 to 5 will be performed over a period of about two months from early September to late October.
It is not something you work every day, but you can work at your own pace within about two months, so even those who have another job can do it.

Participate in briefings hosted by the ward and understand the contents of the survey. (early September to mid-September)

Check the survey area in charge and prepare to distribute the survey documents. (After the briefing session to September 19)

Visit the households to be surveyed, explain the purpose and contents of the survey, and ask them to fill out a survey form. (September 20 to September 30)

Distribute "Response Confirmation Leaflet" to households subject to the survey. (October 1-October 3)
Only households that have promised to submit the investigator will visit again and collect the completed questionnaire. (October 1-October 8)

Organize the survey documents by the designated date and submit them to the ward. After that, a reminder is given to households who have not submitted the questionnaire. (Mid-October to late October)

[Identity of Investigator]

・He is a part-time general public servant appointed by the Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications based on the recommendation of the Mayor of Yokohama.

・The appointment period is expected to be two months from September 1 to October 31.

[Investigator Remuneration]

　　　・About 42,000 yen in one survey area (approximately 50 households)
　　　・About 78,000 yen in 2 survey areas (approximately 100 households)
　　　　※Investigator rewards increase or decrease depending on the number of households actually surveyed. Also, it is expected to increase from the previous fiscal year.

Please download the application form below, fill in the required items, and bring it directly to the Sakae Ward Office General Affairs Division Statistics and Elections Section (43rd floor on the 4th floor of the main building).
Please note that you may be required to present your identity verification documents to confirm your identity.

• National Census Investigator Application Form (PDF: 158KB)

• After applying, we will have a brief interview at the ward office.
• Please note that depending on the location of the survey area and investigators, it may not be possible to request investigators depending on the desired survey area or the recruitment status.