Civil Officials Research Articles

Assessing the Psychological Well-being of TVET Stakeholders: Implications for Sustainable Workforce Development

The psychological well-being of the community is crucial for sustaining a productive and effective workforce. However, there is limited research on integrating well-being into Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) strategies to improve community well-being, specifically psychological and mental health. The purpose of this study is to assess psychological well-being across five domains: positive emotions, negative emotions, life satisfaction, psychological functioning, and social well-being, besides to emphasizing wellbeing and TVET sustainability. Data were collected from 3062 civil officials in the Ministry of Rural and Regional Development (KKDW) by using random sampling methods, using the Malaysian Psychological Well-being Index (IKPM). Findings reveal a moderate level of composite index of psychological well-being among civil servants that includes policymakers and instructors of TVET. These results underscore the need for specific interventions to enhance civil servants' well-being. Improving the psychological well-being index can aid in designing and managing TVET programs, leading to better educational outcomes and workforce development. Implementing personalized programs targeting various well-being areas could significantly improve mental health, fostering a more supportive and productive work environment. Additionally, developing detailed civil servant profiles to identify individuals or groups needing precise psychological interventions is planned. Integrating well-being into TVET initiatives can further enhance psychological well-being by equipping TVET stakeholders with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their roles effectively, thereby increasing job satisfaction and reducing stress levels. These findings highlight the importance of targeted interventions to improve the overall well-being of TVET for sustainable growth.

The Chinese Origin of Xue (Learning)

Highlights The concept of xue (学) played a central role in Chinese education. Through the analysis of this key concept, we can further explain the internal differences between Chinese and Western educational cultures and systems. By mastering numerical divination techniques, shi (historians, 史) recast their role from that of sorcerers to that of civil officials. Such a shift laid the foundation necessary for xue to transform from a venue for military decision-making into a place for cultural and educational engagement after the Western Zhou Dynasty. In addition to shaping its core philosophical spirit, the origin of xue established its significance in traditional Chinese social and cultural contexts. It has contributed to the formation and transformation of the concept of de (virtue, 德) and continues to exert a great influence on contemporary Chinese education.

Pengaruh Tambahan Penghasilan Pegawai terhadap Kinerja Pegawai Negeri Sipil di Kantor Kecamatan Kesugihan

Cilacap Regent Regulation No. 03 of 2024, which addresses the Provision of Additional revenue to State Civil Apparatus Employees in the Regional Government, provides civil servants in the Kesugihan Subdistrict Office, Cilacap Regency with sources of revenue beyond their salary and allowances. One way to show gratitude for the work that state civil apparatus employees do is to give them a raise. This will have a positive impact on their morale, productivity, and overall well-being. This prompted the author to investigate whether or not the Cilacap Regency Government's civil officials, and those working in the Kesugihan District Office in particular, would be more productive after receiving a salary increase. The author's research shows that in the Kesugihan District office setting, additional employee income does have an effect on civil servants' performance, but that this effect is not yet optimal and requires additional attention from leadership to achieve maximum results. The Kesugihan District Office's civil servants could benefit from additional employee income (TPP) in the form of higher wages and better working conditions, as well as more discipline, which should lead to better service delivery.

Career Development of Civil Servants with the Implementation of the Merit System at the Secretariat General of the House of Representatives of the Republic of Indonesia

The merit system implementation in the environment of the General Secretariat of the House of Representatives of the Republic of Indonesia has reached a “Good” category. However, it has not achieved an ideal or maximum value as career development (54%) and information systems (54%) could be better. This research is a qualitative study with data obtained through observations and interviews of the parties involved in the career development policy of civil servants there. The analysis showed that civil servants' career development policy has gone well and is in line with the rules. However, one factor should be corrected or noted by the leadership, which is related to the fairness factor. This study proposes a policy model for the career development of civil servants called the SIMANTAP TIMBO Model. It is a simple system that includes evaluating civil officials' profiles or mechanisms for forming a talent pool and determining candidates who will occupy a position (successor office).

Property Tax in Indonesia: A Proposal for Increasing Land and Building Tax Revenue Using the System Dynamics Simulation Method

The current hottest issue in Indonesia is the small amount of Land and Building Tax (LBT) revenue at the national and local levels. This research aims to find a valuable model for increasing LBT revenue for the government by formulating ideal clauses and determining what policies should be implemented. This research aims to reveal the practice of tax avoidance and evasion on LBT tax objects, which causes LBT income to stagnate yearly, and find a solution by mapping actual conditions and forecasting the next ten years using a system dynamics model. The research question is why LBT makes a small contribution to total state revenue, even though the object and what are the solutions to increase LBT income in the future. The research methodology uses quantitative methods supported by qualitative analysis using dynamical system modeling. This modeling makes it possible to predict increases in tax revenues by considering several variables that cause LBT revenues to stagnate. The findings of this study show that LBT revenues will proliferate compared to revenues in the initial year of the simulation if intervention is carried out by reducing tax avoidance and tax evasion, increasing tax compliance, and the value of the income growth ratio per tax object. This study found nine actors essential in increasing property taxes in Indonesia: civil officials, tax officials, tax authorities, notaries, large companies, state and regional-owned enterprises, sellers, and buyers of property. In conclusion, the government needs to improve the tax collection system and implement various strategies, including increasing the role of notaries to prevent tax evasion in housing.

Military Reforms in North Vietnam in the 17th–18th Centuries and their Impact on the Combat Capability of the Army

Throughout Vietnam's medieval history, the military aristocracy has always played a crucial role in government, relying on private armies that formed the basis of the armed forces. Nevertheless, in the second half of the 17th –– first quarter of the 18th centuries in the northern part of Vietnam, with the temporary cessation of wars, there has been a transition from military dictatorship and related forms of government to a state in which, at least formally, the first place would be given to civilian officials. This transition required a major reorganization of the army, which was carried out in two stages. At the first stage, in 1674, under the ruler Trinh Tac, the administration of the northern part of the country finally ceased campaigns against the separatists in the south and significantly limited the military's ability to interfere in the affairs of the civilian government. At the same time, private military armies and the principle of recruiting professional military personnel, mainly from the South, were preserved. At the second stage, in the 1720s, under Trinh Cuong, it was decided to abandon professional detachments as the basis of the armed forces completely, and troops began to be formed through recruitment and centralized training of senior and middle-level commanders at the military schools. The latter of these reforms caused significant damage to the combat capability of the troops, which clearly manifested during the civil wars that broke out in the country in the 1730s–40s.

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the codification of China's civil code.

The COVID-19 pandemic has spread widely around the world since 2019, wreaking havoc on social order in a global context. In China, the pandemic has not only provided new challenges to the government's capacity but also provided new issues for the Civil Code that is being compiled. The study adopts the research method of comparative analysis and combines the case study method, aiming to study the impact of the epidemic on the compilation of China's Civil Code. We found that the official Civil Code adds, deletes, and adjusts several articles compared to the Civil Code (Draft), five of which are relevant to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Civil Code was enacted at the time of the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to some of its provisions being affected by the COVID-19; the "COVID-19 provisions" not only provided legitimacy for the prevention and control of the pandemic but also improved China's system of governance of public health emergencies. This study exposes the legal loophole in the "COVID-19 provisions" in China's Civil Code and further suggests ways to fill the legal loophole.

Harmonizing Workplace Wellness: Exploring the Integration of Spirituality and Restoration in the Malaysian Public Sector – A Comprehensive Literature Review

Objective - This study aims to investigate the relationship between spirituality and restoration in the public sector workplace of civil officials in Malaysia, specifically through the lens of emotional intelligence. The primary objective is to enhance the understanding of emotional wellness among government employees, addressing it as a crucial mental health concern in the context of workplace dynamics. Methodology/Technique - The study utilizes a comprehensive literature review to identify and extract relevant information on emotional wellness, with a specific emphasis on spirituality and recovery. Data collection involves exploring the experiences and perspectives of civil servants through surveys and structured assessments. Findings – The study anticipates shedding light on the intricate relationship between emotional intelligence, spirituality, and restoration in the workplace. By examining existing literature and conducting quantitative analyses, the research aims to provide insights into the specific ways in which spirituality and access to green spaces contribute to emotional wellness. The findings are expected to highlight the importance of integrating these elements into workplace strategies for government employees. This research contributes to the field by emphasizing the role of spirituality and nature in mitigating emotional disturbances among civil servants. The incorporation of therapeutic nature experiences is a novel approach to addressing mental health issues in the workplace. Novelty - The study also explores the concept of self-attachment to nature as a means of alleviating emotional disturbances and fostering a deeper connection with spirituality. By linking emotional wellness to these factors, the research introduces innovative strategies for enhancing the mental welfare of government employees, ultimately contributing to the broader discourse on workplace well-being. Type of Paper: Review JEL Classification: J60, J61, J63. Keywords: Emotional Well-being; Green Workplace; Human Resource Development; Spirituality; Restoration. Reference to this paper should be made as follows: Mohamad, F; Abiddin, N.Z. (2023). Harmonizing Workplace Wellness: Exploring the Integration of Spirituality and Restoration in the Malaysian Public Sector – A Comprehensive Literature Review, J. Mgt. Mkt. Review, 8(4), 137 – 144. https://doi.org/10.35609/jmmr.2023.8.4(4)

Analysis of Employee Competency Development

AThis research aims to examine the analysis of the competency development of the State Civil Officials in Tangerang Regency. This study uses a descriptive qualitative research method with an inductive approach. Primary data collection comes from observations and interviews with informants, namely employees who have the authority and duties in developing the competence of Officialsin Tangerang Regency, and Secondary Data obtained from documents at the Tangerang Regency Personnel and Human Resources Development Agency. Researchers used the data analysis technique of the Miles & Huberman model. Competency development carried out by the Tangerang Regency Personnel and Human Resource Development Agency has not been running effectively due to a lack of cooperation built by the Tangerang Regency Personnel and Human Resource Development Agency, the implementation of the Training Needs Analysis has not been maximized, the ineffectiveness of the implementation of education and training, there is still political intervention in the implementation of transfer, as well as the lack of motivation for civil servants in Tangerang Regency. So that the Personnel and Human Resources Development Agency for Tangerang Regency needs to build cooperation by conducting information dissemination and field visits related to the conditions for developing civil servant competencies, maximizing the SIMPEG and SIDAK applications to streamline the implementation of Training Needs Analysis, increasing supervision in organizing training and carrying out transfer management based on the principle put the right people in the right places.

Using Linear Regression in the Context of Military Power Enhancement

The article explores the application of linear regression in the context of military power enhancement. Linear regression analysis is employed to identify the key factors that contribute to military strength, such as defense expenditure and military personnel levels. The study utilizes data from 31 NATO member and partner countries and employs open-source data for analysis. The research aims to determine the impact of various independent variables on the dependent variable, the Military Strength Ranking for 2022, and identify which variables can be adjusted to achieve greater military power. The study's hypotheses are tested to establish the significance of each variable. The results indicate that defense expenditure and military personnel are statistically significant factors influencing military power. A higher defense budget and greater military personnel correlate positively with a higher Military Strength Ranking. However, the study acknowledges the challenge of balancing defense spending with civilian priorities, known as the "guns versus butter" dilemma. The importance of efficiently allocating defense funds to maximize military capability is emphasized, as history has shown that mere financial resources do not guarantee security. The study recommends increasing the share of military personnel, reducing administrative costs and optimizing structural units, particularly in supply and administration areas and the civil office's structural units, to enhance military capability within existing defense budgets. Additionally, the role of reserve forces is highlighted as a valuable resource for augmenting combat capabilities. The article underscores the need to strike a proper balance between active and reserve components of military capability.

Стратагемное мышление в творчестве Фэн Мэнлуна: опыт интерпретации

The article focuses on the problem of correlation between ethical norms and stratagem thinking. The analysis of the methods of description and representation of stratagem thinking in the works of Feng Menglong is aiming to achieve a complex research goal. Firstly, to supplement the information about the biography and work of Feng Menglong; secondly, to introduce new sources for the study of stratagem thinking; thirdly, to describe the complex of socio-philosophical views of Feng Menglong as he mastered stratagem thinking. The collection of stratagems A Complete Book of Wisdom is introduced as an academic source for the first time. The article is organized into three parts. The first part introduces the problem: China civil officials, as well as the military class, actively used stratagems in management practice. The second part analyzes the facts of Feng Menglong's biography that initiated his interest in stratagems. Everyday stratagem thinking in Feng Menglong's personal experience provides a basis for evaluating wisdom and foolishness as significant social factors. The analysis of Feng Menglong's biography may confirm the hypothesis that in Chinese culture stratagem thinking was limited by the Confucian ethical system, which, on the one hand, does not encourage the use of stratagems, but on the other hand, does not prohibit it either. The third part focuses directly on the analysis of the literature source. The analysis of the structure and content of A Complete Book of Wisdom proves that stratagem thinking is a kind of practical and figurative-associative thinking, which does not destroy ethical frameworks, but shows an acceptable way out into the “gray zone” of ethics. The description of stratagems in A Complete Book of Wisdom is based on traditional Confucian values, but at the same time sets multi-option way to planned action.

Generals in the classroom: Joint professional national security education in Israel and the United States

The national security realm poses great challenges to senior military officers and civilian officials. These leaders oftentimes attend designated Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) institutions as a prerequisite for their futrue appointments. The article examines how these colleges and universities instill in their graduates the intellectual capacity to effectively engage and solve macro-level and acute strategic challenges as well as employ critical thinking skills to ensure intellectual agility and flexibility. The article compares the Israel National Defense College (INDC) and the National Defense University (NDU) to identify the differences and similarities between the two institutions and explain what it says about the Israeli and the American strategic culture and approach to the future of national security.

Public Service Motivation on Job Satisfaction: Individual-Organisation Fit as a Mediation Variable

The majority of research on public service motivation (PSM), which shows a favorable link with work satisfaction, is done in advanced nations. PSM research in the public sector in developing countries, particularly Indonesia, is also needed to better understand human resource management in contexts that differ from those in developed countries. PSM has to be evaluated in other socio-cultural contexts, in addition to studies undertaken in the United States, Europe, Australia, South Korea, and China, to acquire an overview of PSM from different perspectives (Perry & Vandenabeele, 2015; Kim et al., 2013). According to the ASEAN Foundation's 2022 investigation, 48 out of 186 respondents, or 48% of Indonesian youth, want to be civil officials. The findings map the intended work interest preferences, with civil servants having the highest job interest. These different pieces of evidence suggest that civil officials are still seen as desirable employment in Indonesia. Multiple studies over the last few decades have found evidence that public sector employees motivated to serve the public have work attitudes that benefit the organization, particularly in terms of job satisfaction, when compared to employees who do not pursue public-serving-oriented motives (Harari et al., 2017; Homberg et al., 2015). Keywords: public service motivation, job satisfaction, person-organization fit, public sector

Old Hundred Names and Barbarians Fight the Pirates: Recruiting Auxiliaries for Late Ming Naval Operations

Abstract By examining actions taken to eliminate seaborne bandits, this study argues during the Ming Dynasty (1368–1644), everyday people and foreigners played important roles in military activities. When Guangdong native Lin Feng (also known as Limahong) roamed the seas from South China to Southeast Asia in the mid-1570s, officials searched far and wide for allies to confront him. Reevaluating this period in Chinese military history from the bottom-up and outside-in shows civil officials and military officers repeatedly found fishers, traders, and sailors, along with outsiders, who were willing to collaborate against the marauders. Historical records from the late Ming and Qing periods consistently presented this cooperation as a Sinocentric and hierarchical ritual-based recruiting. In contrast to this top-down and inside-out perspective, the present research illuminates that during the early modern period, the Chinese government was growing progressively dependent on sea-going peoples to reinforce its maritime operations.

Civil Officials' Self-Control and Investment Planning Intentions: A Study in Financial Management


 
 
 
 
 
 Abstract: This research examines the influence of self-control levels among civil officials in relation to their investment planning intentions, considering the importance of effective financial management for future income and expenses. Utilizing purposive sampling, data from 77 respondents were collected through a questionnaire. The study employs Smart PLS software and partial least squares (PLS) analysis to test hypotheses. The findings underscore the significance of technology readiness and unveil implications through a SINTA-ranked journal publication, national seminar article, and intellectual property rights. As financial aspirations persist among individuals, especially those with families, many remain hindered by financial constraints. This study underscores the urgent need to address these challenges, offering insights for informed financial decision-making and goal realization.
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 Examining Self-Control and Investment Intentions: This study explores how self-control levels among civil officials influence their intentions for investment planning, emphasizing the crucial role of effective financial management in shaping future income and expenses.
 Methodology and Analysis: Employing purposive sampling and Smart PLS software with partial least squares (PLS) analysis, data from 77 respondents are analyzed to test hypotheses related to technology readiness and its implications.
 Addressing Financial Challenges: With enduring financial aspirations, especially within families, many individuals face constraints. The study underscores the urgency of tackling these challenges, providing insights for informed financial decision-making and achieving financial goals.
 
 Keyword: Self-Control, Investment Planning, Financial Management, Technology Readiness, Financial Constraints
 
 
 
 
 

Genesis of legal cooperation of international criminal courts with states

We are examining the Institute of Cooperation between international criminal courts and states. By analyzing international legal doctrine, we have identified the main stages of development in international criminal justice. The influence of the humanist values of the 19th century and various pragmatic views and principles of international criminal law norms evolved as part of the international legal system, introducing prohibitions on certain criminal activities, including war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide, is shown.The Nuremberg and Tokyo International Military Tribunals were considered crucial benchmarks in the evolution of international criminal law. The International Military Tribunal for the Trial of Major War Criminals of European Countries has until now been created, as follows from Article 1 of the London Agreement, to try war criminals whose crimes are not connected to a specific geographical location, regardless of whether they are prosecuted individually or as members of organizations or groups, or in one or another capacity. It is shown that both Tribunals were historically necessary to carry out retribution for mass crimes committed by high-ranking military and civilian officials of Nazi Germany and Japan during World War II. It was noted that both Tribunals were subjected to fair criticism - both from the participants and later - for the legal imperfection of their institutional basis, selective administration of justice, and the retroactive effect of some essential material norms of criminal law.It was analyzed that the institution of cooperation was revealed in detail in the activities of the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (from now on - ICTY) and the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (from now on - ICTR). Thus, the ICTY and ICTR were created based on resolutions of the Security Council, which, acting in accordance with Chapter VII of the UN Charter, decided that states should fully cooperate with these bodies of international criminal justice.The Department of Private International Law is shown as one of the divisions of the International Court of Justice, which, among other things, “resolves extremely important and nowadays most relevant extradition disputes and tries political criminals and anarchists. It was emphasized that the court should be independent, both from the parties whose case it decides and from any political movements and opinions in general.

The Effect of Body-Worn Cameras on the Adjudication of Citizen Complaints of Police Misconduct

We use citizen complaint data from the Chicago Police Department and Civilian Office of Police Accountability filed between 2013-2020 to determine the extent to which Body-worn camera (BWC) footage enhances the efficacy of evidence used to formulate a conclusion of responsibility, and whether racial disparities in investigation outcomes would subsequently be reduced. Accordingly, we exploit the staggered deployment of BWCs across 22 Chicago police districts over time to estimate the effect of BWCs on these outcomes. Findings indicate BWCs led to a significant decrease in the dismissal of investigations due to insufficient evidence (“not sustained”) and a significant increase in disciplinary actions against police officers (“sustained” “outcomes”) with sufficient evidence to sanction their misconduct. We further find that disparities in complaints across racial groups for the “unsustained” category faded away with the implementation of BWCs. The article concludes with theoretical and research implications based on the findings.

How Food Causes Obesity

One of the biggest threats to public health is obesity, which has developed into a concern. Obesity has been identified as an epidemic that affects people of all ages, genders, and ethnicity and requires immediate control and governance. Children and teenagers should be particularly mindful while eating ultra-processed foods. The implications of micronutrient insufficiency or the links between them and obesity are examined in this review of the literature. Findings from the research of university graduates in Spain, Brazilian civil officials, and UK Biobank show a substantial dose-response relationship between obesity and increased intake of ultra-processed meals. Additional literature review indicates the prevalence of obesity owing to its oro-sensory characteristics, satiety levels, and nutritional content.

Policy Implications for Social Development Management in the Context of Digital Transformation in Ho Chi Minh City, Binh Duong, and Tay Ninh Province

Social development management in the context of digital transformation is a new issue in Vietnam. From a cross-sectional study that includes a survey of 438 civil officials and 450 individuals in Ho Chi Minh City, Binh Duong, and Tay Ninh province, this article analyzes the current state of social development management on six dimensions: Sustainable poverty reduction; health care; education and training; gender equality; social safety, human security and the effectiveness and efficiency of management of the public apparatus in the digital transformation process. The results show that two subject groups gave good and positive evaluation of social development management in these six dimensions. Yet, the two dimensions with the lowest ratings for social development management in the digital age are education and training and health care. The study also recommends that more attention should be given to socially disadvantaged groups to reduce inequality and digital gap in the digital transformation process.
 Keywords: Digital inequality, policy, digital transformation, social development management, digital gap.

Helping the forcely displaced persons - situation in Hungary

AbstractIn recent years, the state-funded side of the Hungarian psychiatric system has been struggling with a serious lack of resources. During the pandemic the level of organization, which was also not perfect, continued to deteriorate. Immediately after the breakout of Ukrainian war the civilians started to make significant efforts to support refugees. From the beginning our Association joined activities of Solidarity Network organized by EPA. We made efforts among other things to find Ukrainian-speaking psychiatrists to tackle the language barriers, connect the needs with the offers psychologists. When a refugee is admitted to a psychiatric unit as a patient, they receive all mental health care as any Hungarian citizen would. Overall however, mental care is insufficiently organized and the patient pathways for refugees - as those of the population - are not well-defined. The coordination between government services and civil organizations helping refugees is unsatisfactory. There is no steady support system that could provide regular, professional mental health care for those in need, thus a mental triage process is also missing to uncover the perhaps less severe mental problems, that nevertheless might require professional attention. Consequently there also seems to be a lack of assistance in trauma processing. There are some official civil organizations (e.g. Maltese Charity Service, Hungarian Red Cross) that are doing all they can for the refugees, but most of their staff is not professionally equipped to provide mental health care or to reliably identify when it is needed. When refugees show symptoms of a severe nature (psychosis, mania, severe depression, suicidal thoughts) they reach out to the professional mental health care system, but refugees struggling with less obvious mental health problems generally stay out of sight of professional psychiatric or psychological care.Keywordscivilian efforts, unmet needs, lack of human resourceDisclosure of InterestNone Declared