The Roles of Service Leadership in South Sudan transitional Governance and Institutional Performances

Abstract

This review paper presents a conceptual framework and analysis of strategy approaches to transitioning states, focusing on the case of South Sudan. The proposed framework encompasses service leadership, institutional performance, transitional governance, and transitional reforms, emphasizing their interrelationships and significance in facilitating effective transitions. Service leadership, characterized by principles such as trustworthiness and stewardship, plays a crucial role in creating awareness, persuasion, and conceptualization. Institutional performance, including factors like human capital and accountability, is essential for evaluating and improving the delivery of public services during transitions. Transitional governance involves processes and structures that enable the reconfiguration of governance roles and practices, guided by principles such as the rule of law and transparency. Transitional reforms, including peace agreements and governance enhancements, aim to reconstruct socio-economic development and enhance governance. Despite progress, challenges such as systemic vulnerabilities and political fragility persist, hindering the implementation of transitional government targets in South Sudan. The paper concludes by recommending consensus-building, prioritization of governance reforms, and finalization of a permanent constitution to address challenges and improve transitional governance.