Mirai Works Awarded Kanagawa Prefecture's External Digital Talent Sharing Contract
Mirai Works announced it has been awarded Kanagawa Prefecture's 'External Digital Talent Sharing' contract for FY2026. The initiative aims to address DX talent shortages in local municipalities by assigning professional experts through talent sharing, ultimately improving public administration services. Recruiting for projects in Ebina City, Samukawa Town, and others is scheduled to begin sequentially by August 2026.
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Mirai Works announced that it has been awarded Kanagawa Prefecture's 'External Digital Talent Sharing' contract for FY2026. The company will assign professional experts to six projects within the prefecture to support the acceleration of digital transformation (DX) and improve administrative services.
## Background
Promoting DX, including the digitalization of administrative procedures and the standardization of local government information systems, is an urgent challenge for municipalities nationwide. However, many municipalities struggle to secure personnel with specialized knowledge and face difficulties in building independent implementation structures.
In response to these challenges, Kanagawa Prefecture is identifying the support needs of municipalities within its jurisdiction and promoting initiatives to actively utilize and share external digital talent.
Mirai Works operates the side-job matching service 'Skill Shift,' which connects local governments with excellent side-job professionals from urban areas to support the resolution of various regional challenges. Leveraging its accumulated expertise, the company will support the prefecture's digital talent sharing initiative, thereby accelerating DX across Kanagawa.
## Project Status
Currently Recruiting:
- Security Advisor for Hayama Town, Kanagawa Prefecture (https://www.skill-shift.com/jobs/11904)
Ongoing Projects:
- Network Advisor for Oi Town, Kanagawa Prefecture (Closed) (https://www.skill-shift.com/jobs/11818)
- Network Advisor for Samukawa Town, Kanagawa Prefecture (Closed) (https://www.skill-shift.com/jobs/11855)
Recruiting for projects in Samukawa Town, Ebina City, and Kanagawa Prefecture is scheduled to begin sequentially by August 2026.
## Background
Promoting DX, including the digitalization of administrative procedures and the standardization of local government information systems, is an urgent challenge for municipalities nationwide. However, many municipalities struggle to secure personnel with specialized knowledge and face difficulties in building independent implementation structures.
In response to these challenges, Kanagawa Prefecture is identifying the support needs of municipalities within its jurisdiction and promoting initiatives to actively utilize and share external digital talent.
Mirai Works operates the side-job matching service 'Skill Shift,' which connects local governments with excellent side-job professionals from urban areas to support the resolution of various regional challenges. Leveraging its accumulated expertise, the company will support the prefecture's digital talent sharing initiative, thereby accelerating DX across Kanagawa.
## Project Status
Currently Recruiting:
- Security Advisor for Hayama Town, Kanagawa Prefecture (https://www.skill-shift.com/jobs/11904)
Ongoing Projects:
- Network Advisor for Oi Town, Kanagawa Prefecture (Closed) (https://www.skill-shift.com/jobs/11818)
- Network Advisor for Samukawa Town, Kanagawa Prefecture (Closed) (https://www.skill-shift.com/jobs/11855)
Recruiting for projects in Samukawa Town, Ebina City, and Kanagawa Prefecture is scheduled to begin sequentially by August 2026.
FAQ
How is Kanagawa Prefecture securing talent for DX promotion?
Kanagawa Prefecture is securing talent by leveraging an external digital talent sharing service provided by Mirai Works, which assigns skilled professionals to municipal projects.
What is the primary goal of this initiative?
The goal is to support the online conversion of administrative procedures and the standardization of information systems across municipalities, ultimately improving public services.
How does Mirai Works support municipal DX?
Mirai Works utilizes its side-job matching service, 'Skill Shift,' to connect urban professional talent with digital transformation projects in local governments.