渉外

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 渉外 is read しょうがい and means external relations or liaison work carried out with outside parties.
• Basic usage: It is used for an officer coordinating with partner organizations and for external liaison work contrasted with internal duties.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Role of the officer
  • 渉外の担当者 refers to the person responsible for coordinating with outside organizations.
• Field of work
  • 渉外の仕事 is external liaison work distinguished from internal duties.