Adaptation of Village Government Management in the Digital Era: Phenomenographic Study

Abstract

This research aims to create a change in the model of village government management in accordance with the community needs in this digital era. The study was conducted in two villages: Kalisampurno Village and Kludan Village, located in the Tanggulangin Subdistrict, Sidoarjo Regency, East Java. As the rural community needs in this digital era have changed, village governments have to change their management systems as the form of updated strategy. However, such a brand-new strategy often fails due to the lack of institutional capacity and the abilities of village government officials. In addition, the community's knowledge of technology influences their ability to adapt to technological advancements. This study employs a qualitative approach and with phenomenological methodology. Research data were collected through observations, interviews, and Focus Group Discussions. The study has indicated that the governance of Kalisampurno and Kludan villages showed poor result of change management strategy implementation as their officials display ineffective functions, unefficient organization, and poor village policy management.