The International Development Center of Japan (IDCJ) is a comprehensive think tank specializing in development and international cooperation. Since its establishment in 1971 as an incorporated foundation, it has taken part in the formulation, implementation and evaluation of policies and projects related to official development assistance (ODA), with research, study and training as its pillars.
In 2010 it converted to a general incorporated foundation and, in the same year, established a subsidiary, IDCJ Inc. Consulting business, including commissioned studies, and human resource development business were transferred to this company. Its fields of expertise are wide-ranging, including public administration and finance, regional development, social development, agricultural development, industrial development, transport and evaluation, and its activities extend across the world, including Asia, Africa and Latin America.
Today it aims to contribute broadly to international cooperation and socioeconomic development, not limited to aid. Its website introduces a variety of initiatives, such as presentations of results from its 50th anniversary research series, training such as professional statistical analysis workshops, seminars for developing international development professionals, and a Facebook page introducing education in Gaza.
Key points
- Founded in 1971; a specialized think tank for development and international cooperation with research, study and training as its pillars
- Expertise across a wide range of fields, from public administration and finance to agriculture, transport and evaluation
- Learning opportunities such as statistical analysis workshops and seminars for developing international development professionals
Why this organization deserves attention
For more than 50 years, under the concept of connecting development theory with the field, it has drawn on networks built with governments, international organizations and people on the ground. It handles everything from research to human resource development.
It publishes its own research, reports and seminar information on its website. For those interested in careers or research in international cooperation, it offers clues to the latest trends.
Editor's comment
When we think of international cooperation, we tend to picture support in the field, but behind it lies steady work such as research, evaluation and training. IDCJ is an organization that has long honed this kind of supporting strength.
The reports and seminar information it publishes also seem useful for those who want to learn about international cooperation. Why not take a look at the official website?