Government Affairs Research Articles

VOCATIONAL EDUCATION CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT POLICY COMPETENCY-BASED AT INSTITUTE OF HOME AFFAIRS GOVERNANCE

Abstract Institute of Home Affairs Governance (IPDN) plays a crucial role in producing competent graduates as Civil Servants (ASN), prepared to enhance public services and governance. However, IPDN’s curriculum is often criticized for being overly generic and insufficiently responsive to the diverse conditions encountered across various regions in Indonesia. As a result, IPDN graduates often struggle to deliver solutions that align with the specific needs of regions, resulting in suboptimal contributions to regional development. This policy paper aims to identify the underlying issues in the formulation of competency-based vocational education curriculum policies at IPDN. The research employed a descriptive, qualitative approach, with data collected through interviews, documentation, and literature studies. The findings indicate that the development of a competency-based vocational education curriculum at IPDN incorporates the integration of digital technology and e-government systems. Soft skills, along with problem-based learning and projects, will increasingly align with contemporary needs, resulting in graduates who possess not only technical competence but also digital skills, leadership abilities, and critical and innovative thinking for effective problem-solving. The proposed policy recommendations include the immediate formation of a curriculum design team by IPDN’s Rector to integrate digital technology and e-government into the learning framework; the development of specialized modules aimed at enhancing communication skills, ethics, collaboration, and leadership; and the design of a curriculum that incorporates real-world challenges encountered by central and regional governments as educational materials. Keywords: Leadership, Learning, Curriculum Development, Vocational Education, Digital Technology

Rancang Bangun Sistem Antrian Online Menggunakan Metode Single Channel-Multi Phase Studi Pada Dinas Sosial Kabupaten Labuhanbatu

Labuhanbatu District Social Office is an institution implementing social affairs of government under and responsible to the head of the region (Regent). In this case the Labuhanbatu District Social Service Office applies many arrangements in between what happens. The way that is done is very manual, namely by setting the queue NumberOne by one. With a very small limit on the number of passengers, this causes queues to accumulate, coupled with situations that affect his daily life. In the process of service that is done, there is a way of service that must be done because a lot of attention should be paid to the way the service is done now is not very effective. So it is necessary to create a simulation of community service system that can identify community services in the Office of Social Services Labuhanbatu District. During the service takes place the time needed between one another in getting the service to be efficient first came to be served in the service. The reason for the research using this topic is that research on the topic is still not done in the Labuhanbatu District Social Service with Inter-system using Single Channel-Multi Phase method. So that the Social Service of Labuhanbatu Regency can serve the community to the maximum and the community feels comfortable and fair.

Formation of a Special Work Unit for the Optimization of Regional Asset Utilization in the Provincial Government of DKI Jakarta (Case Study: Jakarta Asset Management Center)

This research was conducted to analyze the establishment of specialized unit aimed at optimizing the utilization of regional assets to increase regional original revenue in the Provincial Government of DKI Jakarta. In order to provide Professional asset management services, DKI Jakarta Province restructured the Organization dan Work Procedures of the Regional Asset Management Agency to perform to supporting function for Government affairs in the financial sector, under the name Unit Pengelola Jakarta Management Center (UP JAMC). UP JAMC was established by the Governor of DKI Jakarta Regulation Number 57 of 2022 concerning the organization and Work Procedures of the Badan Pengelolaan Aset Daerah. this research uses a descriptive qualitative method by collecting data from interviews with key informants, the official website of the DKI Jakarta Provincial Government, and the Regional Government Financial Report of DKI Jakarta Province. The result of this study conclude that with the establishment of UP JAMC, the utilization of regional assets has increased and contributed to the enhancement of regional original revenue.

Supervision of the Regional Inspectorate of North Sulawesi Province on the Implementation of City District Government Affairs

This study aims to analyze and describe the implementation of the Regional Government Affairs Supervision Program. The research method used is descriptive qualitative method. The results showed that supervision of the implementation of local government affairs in the Annual Supervision Work Program (PKPT) has not been running well until now. This can be explained through the following three indicators: 1. The Role of Government Internal Supervisory Apparatus (APIP) In the context of supervision carried out by the Inspectorate of North Sulawesi Province on the implementation of City Government affairs, the role of APIP has not been fully realized in the form of examination. In other words, the supervisory function has not been carried out in accordance with the applicable standard operating procedures (SOP), so that the supervisory process is not running well. 2. The Implementation of the Supervision Program, the implementation of the Supervision Program has not been running effectively until now, one of which is due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This pandemic has resulted in a refocusing of budgets and face-toface meetings, so that inspection priorities are more focused on the scope of the provincial government and have not reached the government at the district / city level. 3. Program Effectiveness: The implementation of the Annual Supervision Work Program (PKPT) has not been fully effective. Most of the programs in the PKPT have not been implemented and realized properly. There are still various inhibiting factors that result in the non-optimality of the implementation of this program, one of which is the limitations in supervising the implementation of government affairs at the district/city level.

Pelaksanaan Tugas dan Fungsi Dinas Perhubungan Kota Kupang Terhadap Pengendara Bermotor Sambil Merokok dan Menelepon

Driving discipline is an important attitude that must be possessed by all drivers or drivers in order to arrive safely at their destination. Traffic violations still occur frequently, one of which is smoking and calling while driving. The Transportation Service is an implementing element of the Regional Government in the field of Transportation which has the main task, namely Organizing Government affairs in the field of land, sea and air transportation, in accordance with the Laws and Regulations. This type of research shows empirical juridical research, with data collection techniques through interviews, observations, and literature/document studies. The data collected is analyzed descriptively, the data that has been processed will be analyzed using the descriptive analysis method. The results of this study show: (1) The implementation of the duties and functions of the Kupang City Transportation Office for motorcyclists who smoke and call while driving is not / or has not been effective in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws and regulations. (2) There are several factors that hinder the implementation of the duties and functions of the Kupang City Transportation Office for motorcyclists who smoke and call while driving, including the legal factors themselves and the factors of facilities and infrastructure, namely the main obstacle is the unavailability of the budget. These two factors certainly have an interest that always hinders or affects the implementation of the rules regarding the prohibition of smoking and calling while driving, making the rules ineffective. Based on the results of the research, the author has several suggestions, namely improving the implementation of duties and functions for motorcyclists who smoke and call while driving, in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws and regulations and add educational programs and campaigns in the community related to the dangers of smoking and calling while driving, in addition to law enforcement must be carried out consistently by providing clear sanctions so that it has a deterrent effect, and local governments need to allocate budgets to improve facilities and infrastructure that support control.

Anak Putus Sekolah di Kota Pekanbaru

Riau Province Regional Regulation No. 12 of 2013 concerning the Implementation of Government Education stipulates the 12-Year Learning Obligation. The Pekanbaru City Education Office is an agency authorized to take care of government affairs in the field of education starting from the PAUD, SD, and SMP levels in Pekanbaru City. But in reality there are still problems in the field of education in Pekanbaru City such as school dropouts. This study aims to describe how the implementation of the duties and functions of the Pekanbaru City Education Office in handling dropouts and describe the inhibiting factors in the implementation of the duties and functions of the Pekanbaru City Education Office in handling dropouts. This research uses the theory of administrative functions according to Oey Liang Lee, namely administrative functions consisting of Planning, Organizing, Coordinating, Implementing and Supervising. This research uses descriptive qualitative methods. The data analysis used is data reduction, data presentation and conclusion drawing. The results of this study indicate that the implementation of the duties and functions of the Pekanbaru City Education Office seen from the indicators of planning and organizing has gone well, while from the indicators of implementation, coordination and supervision has not been maximized due to several inhibiting factors such as the lack of training or coaching conducted for educators in SKB, lack of facilities and infrastructure in the activities of the SKB. lack of facilities and infrastructure in the activities of the equivalency education program, coordination meetings that have not been carried out regularly and supervision that has not reached the supervision standards of the Education Office.

The 2023 American Burn Association Research and Advocacy Summit: Our Roadmap.

Research is one of the American Burn Association's (ABA) strategic priorities. Advocacy is required not only to promote burn research, but also, the ABA's other strategic priorities (Prevention, Quality, and Education). The ABA convened a two-day Research and Advocacy (R&A) Summit in September 2023, to develop a roadmap for the organization's research and advocacy efforts. The in-person summit identified fourteen key R&A initiatives. A multidisciplinary workgroup then developed strategies to achieve each initiative. The initiatives and strategies were then approved by the ABA's Board of Trustees as our organization's roadmap for research and advocacy. The next task will be to implement the initiatives. This will require not only oversight from the ABA's Board of Trustees, but also, effort from and collaboration between several of the ABA's committees and panels, including the Burn Science Advisory panel (BSAP), the Research Committee, the Prevention Committee, The Governmental Affairs Committee, The Organization and Delivery of Burn care Committee, the Quality and Burn Registry Committee, the ad hoc Coding Committee, and the ABA's Central Office.

Turn-Taking in Political Interviews and Its Impact on Building Government Credibility

Television political inquiry is conducted through question-and-answer exchanges with host and government officials on prominent livelihood issues, which helps to improve the efficiency of government governance. Interview participants’ identity, communicative intention, power, and contextual factors have a significant impact on the discourse choices of both parties. This research clarifies the mechanism by which communicators mobilize appropriate discourse strategies to promote the solution of social problems. It adopts qualitative research method and conversation analysis to interpret interview participants’ talk-in-interaction and discourse strategies in “Ask Government Affairs of Shandong”. Research finds that adjacency pairs in political interview perform social behaviors such as greetings, requests, suggestions, apologies, acknowledgement. Interview participants’ turn-taking is divided into claiming for the turn, holding the turn, and giving up the turn. Discourse strategies such as insertion, interruption, and repetition are adopted to claim for the turn. Discourse markers and conversation repair are applied in communicators’ turn-holding stage. Communicators adopt explicit nominations, vague job designations, and silence strategies to give up the turn. Clear, accurate, and highly relevant official responses are conducive to projecting a responsible government image and improving government credibility. The phenomenon of avoidance, hesitation, and pause in official response is likely to cause the masses to question government officials’ work capability, which is not conducive to establishing a positive and trustworthy government image. Suggestions for optimizing the process setting of political interview and official responses are provided to enhance the effect of political enquiry.

Current Status of Nursing Home Distribution in China: ANational Cross-Sectional Study.

Population aging is a challenge that the whole world is facing, especially in China. This study aims to investigate the current distribution status of nursing homes in China using spatial epidemiology methods. Cross-sectional study in China. The data were obtained from the Integrated Civil Affairs Government Service Platform 'China County Statistical Yearbook' for 2020 and the 'China City Statistical Yearbook' for 2020. Using global Moran's index to test the clustering of nursing homes, inter-group and intra-group Theil index was utilised to differentiate the sources of differences. The coupling coordination analysis was conducted to explore the coordination. Geographically weighted regression was utilised to investigate the impact of economic development and aging on nursing home resources. All analyses were conducted by Arcgis 10.8 and R Studio 4.3.2. Global Moran's index indicated that the distribution of nursing homes in China exhibited clustering. The Theil index values for institutions and beds at the national county were 0.32450 and 0.30675. However, upon comparing provinces and regions, it was found that the differences across the country mainly stem from within provinces (contribution rate: institutions 65.0%; beds 73.0%) and within regions (contribution rate: institutions 99.0%; beds 91.0%). The majority of districts and counties had a coupling coordination index of institutions and bed numbers, both of which were < 0.5. The development of nursing home resources in China has been rapid, generally presenting a balanced state, but further optimisation is needed. This study established a foundation for the targeted distribution of essential public services, focusing on nursing home healthcare resources tailored to the needs of older persons. The study underscored the urgent need for targeted elderly care policies, emphasising the optimisation of resource distribution to enhance the overall quality of care provided to the aging population. The study did not involve humans.

Pengaruh Lingkungan Kerja dan Disiplin Kerja terhadap Kinerja Pegawai pada Kantor Kecamatan Beji Kota Depok

Beji Sub-district Office is 1 of 11 sub-districts in the city of Depok which has the task of assisting the Mayor in coordinating the administration of general government affairs, government affairs in the field of community empowerment and urban villages as well as the delegation of part of government affairs in other fields. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of work discipline and work environment on the performance of Beji District employees in Depok City. The research was conducted for 3 months (April - June 2024). Data collection methods are through interviews, questionnaires and observations distributed to 58 respondents. The analysis method is quantitative statistics. Data analysis includes instrument quality tests consisting of validity and reliability tests, classical assumption tests, t tests and F tests. The results of this study indicate that the Work Environment partially has a positive and significant effect on the Performance of Employees of the Beji District Office. Work Discipline partially has a positive and significant influence on the Performance of Employees of the Beji District Office. Work Environment and Work Discipline simultaneously have a positive and significant influence on the Performance of Employees of Beji Subdistrict Office. The implication of the results of this study is that providing a good work environment and work discipline will improve employee performance..

Harnessing traditional institutions for sustainable leadership and good governance in Nigeria

The subject of traditional institutions cannot be undermined in the project of sustainable leadership and good governance in Nigeria given the locus and crucial role of the institution in the past and modern Nigeria. It is incontrovertible that traditional and aboriginal values are held highly with reverence and respect in virtually all parts of Nigeria. To discountenance their relevance will be too costly in any leadership-cum-governance discourse. Towns, villages and cities were duly recognized and protected as the harbingers of culture, mores, norms and values. The contemporary government structure in Nigeria duly recognizes the importance of traditional institutions by having a Commission for Local Government (LG) and Chieftaincy Affairs at all State levels. Moreover, 5% of allocations to LGs go statutorily to the tradition institution in the State. Hitherto, the recklessness and abuse of the native authority system of local government administration in the 1950s–60s had led to the moderation and reforms of the system, which has continued to affect traditional institutions to date. To this end, the paper argues that traditional institutions hold so much values and cohesive practices as well as socially integrative potentials for nation-building so much that the State can leverage on them for sustainable leadership and overall good governance. The methodology adopted for collecting data for this study is descriptive research method, which relies on primary direct observation (eye-witness) account and relevant secondary materials such as texts, journal articles, official documents and internet materials. The data collected were analyzed and presented using thematic analysis and tables. National and international data already analyzed were found essential to drive home the argument of this study. The outcome of the paper provides useful information on how traditional institutions serve as a veritable platform for sustainable leadership and good governance in Nigeria. The paper concluded that traditional institutions, with its rich culture, values and practices, possess sufficient merits to propel the country towards sustainable leadership that would concomitantly induce economic, technological and political growth in Nigeria.

Intergovernmental Impact Analysis in Optimizing the Implementation of the Village Profile and Administration Management Information System in Merjoyo Village, Purwoasri District, Kediri Regency

The Government of Kediri District through the Office of Community Empowerment and Village Administration created the Village Profile and Administration Management Information System (SIMPADE). The existence of the SIMPADE application is expected to help the performance of the village government in the service of making population certificates. This research is a descriptive research with a qualitative approach. The focus of this research is to determine the impact of the application of SIMPADE as a form of village cooperation with the implementing elements of village government affairs in Merjoyo Village, Purwoasri District, Kediri Regency. Data collection techniques through semi-structured interviews, direct observation, and documentation review. Data analysis techniques consist of data reduction, data presentation and conclusion drawing. The results of this study indicate that the impact of the SIMPADE application on the provision and dissemination of service information is quite good because it provides options and has the potential for further development even though there are some obstacles regarding the operation of the application in the field.

Advancing State Policy through Nurse Leader Influence: Exemplars from a Regional Nursing Organization in New England

Nurse leaders and professional nursing organizations are committed to influencing policy. Understanding how these commitments are actualized can accelerate success, and strategies can be replicated. The Organization of Nurse Leaders – New England (ONL)1, has strategic commitments and a strong track record of influencing state-level policy. Member input informs the organization's policy priorities, and engagement in Government Affairs Committee meetings supports learning. Policy and advocacy successes recognized through member communications and an annual award. This article provides detail about ONL's approach to policy and advocacy work, its processes for supporting nurse leader influence, and exemplars highlighting policy success in New England.

Preference for Public Transportation Service Levels in Makassar City Towards Female Passenger Satisfaction

Basic services are government affairs that are mandatory and entitled to be obtained by every citizen, one of which is public transportation services. Although it has been regulated by Minimum Service Standards (SPM), the quality of public transportation services in Makassar City is still low and has not met expectations and satisfaction, especially for female passengers. The purpose of this study was to determine the satisfaction of female passengers with the quality of public transportation services in Makassar City. The respondents of this study were 96 female passengers of public transportation in Makassar City. This research is descriptive qualitative study that refers to the Regulation of the Minister of Transportation of the Republic of Indonesia Number PM 29 of 2015. This regulation outlines criteria such as security, safety, comfort, affordability, equality, and regularity for assessing the quality of public transportation services in Makassar City. The data analysis technique in this study uses descriptive analysis employing the Community Satisfaction Indicator (SMI) analysis method. Based on the results of calculations using the public satisfaction index method, it is known that the total number of service elements has a score of 43.86. Although this indicates that the overall quality of service is quite good, it is considered that women are not satisfied with the service provided. The relationship between the level of satisfaction with the quality of service affects women's preferences in choosing the mode they want to use.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT ISSUES AFTER THE ENACTMENT OF LAW 11 OF 2020 ON JOB CREATION

With the enactment of Law Number 23 of 2014 concerning Regional Government, it provides new regulations regarding the division of authority between levels of government. There are several administrations of government affairs which were previously part of the authority of the Regency/City and later became the authority of the State. The administration of government consists of the implementation of mandatory government and the implementation of elective government which is divided between the central government, provincial regions and regency/municipal regions. Mandatory Government Affairs are divided into Mandatory Government Affairs relating to Basic Services and Mandatory Government Affairs which are not related to Basic Services. The relationship of authority between the Central Government and Regional Governments in the system of the Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia gave rise to the concepts of centralization and decentralization. The implementation of Regional Autonomy after the existence of Law Number 11 of 2020 concerning Job Creation took over the authority of the regional government, the authority of the Regional Government carried out by the Central Government can affect the existing government system in the region. Adjusted to the administration of government in the implementation of regional autonomy, this can affect local revenue which can have a negative impact on the area.

Research on the Construction of Scenarios for Blockchain to Empower Government Governance

This paper delves into the potential and practical challenges of blockchain in government governance. As a cutting-edge development in information and communication technology, blockchain offers unique capabilities in data management and value transfer, presenting new solutions for government governance. The article begins with an overview of the definition, connotation, and current application status of blockchain technology, and then constructs typical scenarios where blockchain technology empowers government governance, including electronic credentials, government data circulation, data resource sharing, collaborative office work, and digital rural revitalization. By realizing these scenarios, the paper analyzes the main problems and challenges faced by blockchain technology in government governance, such as inadequate infrastructure, data leakage risks, and difficulties in inter-departmental collaboration. Finally, a series of suggestions and prospects are put forward to promote the effective application of blockchain technology in digital government affairs, enhancing the transparency, efficiency, and intelligent level of government governance

Community Complaint Services Through Electronic Complaint Channels in Increasing the Effectiveness of Government Affairs Compulsory Basic Services

Democracy requires the government to provide channels for citizens to voice complaints about public services that do not meet expectations, serving as a form of societal oversight. The new public service paradigm emphasizes that the government should serve citizens, not just engage in transactions, and public complaints become important feedback in efforts to improve service quality. However, in Jakarta, the handling of complaints through electronic channels is still suboptimal, reflecting the need for improvements in the local government's commitment to more effective public service delivery. This study aims to analyze public complaint services, supporting and inhibiting factors, and electronic service models to improve the effectiveness of mandatory basic service government affairs in the Special Region of Jakarta. The research method is descriptive qualitative, with data collected from observations, interviews, Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), and documentation studies. Data analysis was conducted through data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The study's findings indicate that 1) Electronic public complaint services in Jakarta are not yet optimal in terms of efficiency, availability, fulfillment, privacy, responsiveness, compensation, and contact; 2) Supporting factors include the availability of complaint devices and platforms, while infrastructure, human resources, and public literacy are inhibiting factors; 3) The SERVICOM (Service Improvement through Complaint Management) model was developed with recommendations for filtering and clarifying reports to enhance service effectiveness. The implications of the research findings emphasize the importance of communication, coordination, and improving the competence and responsiveness of CRM officers, along with recommendations to enhance human resources (HR).

THE ACEH BESAR DISTRICT GOVERNMENT'S POLICY ON THE FULFILLMENT OF DISABILITY RIGHTS IN THE ACEH BESAR DISTRICT SOCIAL SERVICE DEPARTMENT

The pursuit of social justice and equity is a fundamental aspect of governance, especially when addressing the needs of marginalized groups. In Aceh Besar Regency, the government has been tasked with ensuring that the rights and needs of persons with disabilities are met through various policies and programs. This research focuses on the fulfillment of social rights for persons with disabilities in Aceh Besar Regency, highlighting the role of the Social Service in supporting the welfare of this group. Geographically, Aceh Besar Regency covers an area of 290,350.73 hectares with a population of 383,477 as of 2020. The economy of this regency is dominated by the tertiary sector, followed by the primary and secondary sectors. The Aceh Besar Social Service is responsible for carrying out government affairs in the social sector, including rehabilitation, protection, and social empowerment. This study identifies several programs implemented by the Social Service, such as culinary skills training, handicrafts, and creativity festivals for persons with disabilities. However, the findings indicate that the existing programs have not fully met the needs of persons with disabilities, particularly in terms of improving welfare and economic sustainability. Budget constraints are identified as the main obstacle to the effective implementation of programs, including the provision of medical aids. This research underscores the need for increased funding allocation and the development of more inclusive and sustainable programs to ensure the fulfillment of the social rights of persons with disabilities in Aceh Besar.

Five decades' experience of long‐term soil monitoring, and key design principles, to assist the EU soil health mission

AbstractThe European Union has a long‐term objective to achieve healthy soils by 2050. The European Commission has proposed a Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on Soil Monitoring and Resilience (Soil Monitoring Law, SML), the first stage of which is to focus on setting up a soil monitoring framework and assessing soils throughout the EU. Situated in NW Europe, the UK has substantial experience in soil monitoring over the last half century which may usefully contribute to this wider EU effort. A set of overarching principles have and continue to guide design of national soil monitoring and may prove helpful as other European countries embark on similar monitoring programmes. Therefore, we present the principles of design from five decades of national soil monitoring. The monitoring discussed is based on a stratified‐random design, has matured in support of policy questions, and operates over space and time scales relevant to the SML. The UK Centre for Ecology &amp; Hydrology (UKCEH) Countryside Surveys (CS) of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Welsh Government, Environment and Rural Affairs Monitoring and Modelling Programme (ERAMMP) and the England Ecosystem Survey (EES) monitoring programme are national programmes currently operating in the UK. Some important lessons learnt include: adopting a question‐based approach; having a clear robust statistical design for the purpose; selecting indicators that address policy and underlying scientific questions; and selecting indicators that can detect change and use robust and well‐tested methodologies across a wide range of soil and land use types, remaining valid over long time scales, supporting thinking long‐term. Technical lessons learned include the proven cost effectiveness of a stratified‐random design including replication, while adopting a common stratification layer of stable environmental attributes aids comparability between monitoring programmes. Common protocols are vital for future intercomparisons, but a full ecosystem approach that includes co‐located soil and vegetation samples for interpreting a co‐evolving system has proved hugely advantageous. UK monitoring programmes offer a range of experience that may prove valuable to future soil monitoring design to address the major societal challenges of our time, such as maintaining food production and addressing climate change and biodiversity loss.

The development dilemma and strategy of “breaking the circle” of new media in cultural tourism and government affairs in the era of omnimedia

The development dilemma and strategy of “breaking the circle” of new media in cultural tourism and government affairs in the era of omnimedia