Translation guide
A group of people within an organization that has decision-making authority. In Japanese, the term depends on the type of organization and context.
To refer to a committee with executive powers in a company, organization, or association.
Standard term for an executive committee in many organizations, including companies, unions, and non-profits.
執行委員会は来月開催されます。
The executive committee will be held next month.
Often used for a standing committee with executive functions, especially in political or large organizational contexts.
常任委員会でその案が承認された。
The proposal was approved by the executive committee.
To refer to a committee of the board of directors with executive authority.
Used in companies for a management executive committee, often comprising top executives.
経営執行委員会が新戦略を決定した。
The executive committee decided on a new strategy.
Specifically an executive committee of the board of directors.
取締役会執行委員会は四半期ごとに開かれる。
The executive committee of the board meets quarterly.
To refer to the executive body of a political party or government agency.
Commonly used for the executive committee or leadership of a political party, student council, or union.
党の執行部が新しい政策を発表した。
The party's executive committee announced a new policy.
Central executive committee, often used in political parties or large national organizations.
中央執行委員会で党首が選出された。
The party leader was elected at the central executive committee.
To refer to the executive committee of a volunteer group, NPO, or local association.
Often used for the steering or executive committee of a community group or NPO, focusing on operations.
運営委員会でイベントの計画を立てた。
The executive committee planned the event.
Literally 'implementation committee', often used for the executive body organizing a specific event or project.
実行委員会が祭りの準備を進めている。
The executive committee is preparing for the festival.
執行委員会 (shikkō iinkai) is the most direct translation and implies decision-making authority. 運営委員会 (un'ei iinkai) emphasizes operational management, often in non-profits. 実行委員会 (jikkō iinkai) focuses on carrying out specific tasks or events. Choose based on the nuance of 'executive' in your context.