Government Employees Research Articles

Competency Gaps Among Governmental Public Health Employees With and Without a Formal Public Health Degree: Where Are We Now?

The purpose of this study is to examine whether differences in self-reported core competency skill gaps among U.S. governmental public health workers with and without a formal degree in public health have changed since the last assessment in 2017. This cross-sectional study utilizes data from the 2021 Public Health Workforce Interests and Needs Survey (PH WINS). Bivariate relationships were analyzed by conducting chi-square tests of respondents' supervisory level and reported skill gaps. Multivariate logistic regressions of reported skill gaps were performed holding gender, age, race/ethnicity, public health certificate attainment, role type, current employer, and tenure in public health practice constant. A nationally representative sample of U.S. government public health employees. 36,752U.S. governmental public health employees across local and state health agencies representing 47 states. Self-reported competency skills gaps. In 2021, among both nonsupervisors and supervisors, having a formal public health degree (bachelors, masters, or doctorate) was significantly associated with reduced odds of reporting a skill gap across more than half of the competency skills assessed (14 of 23 skills and 17 of 24 skills, respectively). Nonsupervisors and supervisors with a formal public health degree had fewer skill gaps in 2021 than in 2017. Furthermore, whereas in 2017, when having a public health degree had no effect on executives reporting a skill gap, in 2021, having a public health degree was significantly associated with reduced odds of reporting 2 skill gaps. Overall, across all position levels (ie, nonsupervisory, supervisor, executive), public health workers with a public health degree experienced fewer competency skill gaps in 2021 than in 2017. These findings from PHWINS 2021 illustrate that formal public health education generally decreases competency gaps across numerous competency domains. However, the variability in reported gaps across supervisory levels shows the need for ongoing evaluation and adaptation of formal public health degree programs.

“We’re all in the same storm, but not all of us are in the same boat”: qualitative exploration of UK response-focused civil servants experiences of working from home during COVID-19

IntroductionThe experiences of UK Government response-focused employees, who were considered frontline workers during the coronavirus response, are missing from current literature. Meeting the demands of being on the frontline, whilst also adjusting from a normal and practiced way of working to having to work from within one’s home, may bring a plethora of new barriers and facilitators associated with providing an effective pandemic response.MethodThis interview study collected and analysed data from 30 UK Civil servants who worked on the COVID-19 pandemic response from their own homes. Interviews aimed to: (1) explore UK Government employee’s experiences of working from home whilst contributing to the pandemic response; and, (2) establish what support and guidance employees were offered, and what they would recommend for future public health emergencies requiring homeworking.ResultsSeven themes were extracted from the data: overall experience of working from home; preparedness for working from home; experience of contributing to the response effort; work life balance; relationships with colleagues; space and equipment; and, inclusivity. Findings suggested that during the pandemic, participants reported feeling a strong sense of purpose and achievement for contributing to the response. But, the work was demanding, particularly for those who had to rapidly, and unexpectedly, transition from office or lab work to home working. More generally, the nature of their homeworking experience depended on a range of practical (e.g., space in the home), organisational (e.g., relationships with managers) and personal factors (e.g., caring responsibilities). Many participants were underprepared to work from home, but participants provided a plethora of information relating to what support offers they would find useful during future work on the frontline from their own homes.ConclusionThe results of this study demonstrate that frontline UK Civil servants may need more tailored and flexible multilevel support (i.e., from peers, managers, organisations) during future public health emergencies when they are required to work from home. A series of data-informed recommendations are created and discussed.

Testing an integrated approach for managing roof rats in citrus orchards.

Roof rats (Rattus rattus) are a substantial pest throughout citrus crops, yet little is known about efficacious, cost-effective strategies to manage this rodent. Therefore, we developed two integrated pest management (IPM) programs that incorporated elevated bait stations containing diphacinone-treated oats and trapping, and we compared those programs to a bait-station only approach to determine which strategies were most practical for the management of roof rats in citrus orchards. Bait applications substantially reduced rat activity within orchards. However, our initial IPM approach that used a combination of baiting, snap trapping and Goodnature® A24 traps were not successful at keeping rats from rapidly repopulating. A second IPM strategy that relied on baiting and more extensive snap trapping was effective at reducing rat activity up to, and likely beyond, a 6-month treatment period. Although baiting by itself was less expensive than IPM plots, the difference in cost between baiting and the IPM approach that used only baiting and snap trapping should be minimal during long-term management programs. The high efficacy of a management program that incorporates an initial bait application, followed by a long-term snap-trapping program, should yield effective management of roof rats in citrus orchards. © 2025 The Author(s). Pest Management Science published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd on behalf of Society of Chemical Industry. This article has been contributed to by U.S. Government employees and their work is in the public domain in the USA.

The Challenges Faced by Trade Unions in Improving Employee Welfare and Strategies to Address Them: A Case of the Tanzania Union of Government and Health Employees (TUGHE) at the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF)

This study explored the challenges trade unions face in improving employee welfare and strategies to curb them drawing from the functions of the Tanzania Union of Government and Health Employees (TUGHE) in the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF). The study used the Scarcity Consciousness Theory which advocates that individuals' or groups’ perception of the insufficiency of resources influences their decision making. The study employed a case study design and specifically the qualitative approach. The targeted population was the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) employees at Dodoma Municipality, whose estimated number was two hundred and sixteen (216). A sample of one hundred and twenty (120) TUGHE participants was selected using probability and non-probability sampling techniques. Data was collected using a questionnaire and interview. In data analysis specifically, content analysis coupled with simple descriptive statistics was applied. The findings indicated that in improving employees' welfare at NHIF, TUGHE officers face high expectations from employees, pressure from members, misunderstanding, high deduction fees, and lack of office space. As the strategies to overcome these challenges, the trade union provides education, engages in negotiations, ensures transparency, and organizes meetings and discussions. The study concludes that TUGHE should maintain transparency in its decision-making processes, should strengthen financial management, and communication among members. The study recommends the enhancement of communication channels, advocacy for legal protections, and regular meetings as ways to overcome the challenges and improve the employees’ welfare in the workplace.

Exploring the Impact of E-Governance on Public Sector Efficiency and Accountability in Local Governments: A Case of Kinondoni and Ubungo Municipalities in Tanzania

This study explores the impact of e-governance in enhancing service delivery efficiency and transparency in decision-making within local governments, specifically in Kinondoni and Ubungo municipalities in Tanzania. The theoretical foundation of this study was built upon two key frameworks: Innovation Diffusion Theory (IDT) and Principal-Agent Theory. This study used a descriptive research design and a quantitative approach. A stratified random sample of 300 participants (government employees and citizens) completed structured questionnaires. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and multiple regression analysis with SPSS software. Secondary data from government reports and policy documents supplemented the primary data to provide additional context. The findings indicate that e-governance significantly improved service delivery and transparency by reducing paper-based processes, speeding up services, and minimizing errors. Regression coefficients of 0.762 for efficiency and 0.735 for transparency were statistically significant (p < .001), with baseline constants of 1.173 and 1.249, respectively, prior to e-governance implementation. The respondents also reported that digital platforms have enhanced citizen engagement and made government operations more accessible. The study concludes that e-governance is a key factor in improving the efficiency of public services and the transparency of decision-making processes in local governments. Recommendations include further expansion of digital platforms, increased digital literacy, and stronger data security measures to maximize the benefits of e-governance.

Implementation of Government Employees with Employment Agreements Policy in Teacher Functional Positions in the Gorontalo Province

This study aims to determine and analyze the level of compliance, smoothness of routine functions, performance and desired impacts on the Implementation of the study assignment policy for ASN in the Gorontalo Provincial Government. This study uses a qualitative research method and for data collection the researcher combines interviews, documentation and observation. To analyze the data, the researcher uses the opinion of Miles and Huberman, namely data collection, data reduction, data display and conclusions. The results of the study show (1) The implementation of the PPPK teacher procurement policy in Gorontalo shows positive compliance from the implementer, although it still faces obstacles such as limited resources, slow verification, and applicant administrative errors, so that increased coordination and awareness of the rules are needed; (2) The implementation of the PPPK teacher procurement policy in Gorontalo is running positively by involving BKD and ASN, although it faces challenges such as errors in proposing needs and inappropriate placements, so improvements are needed to achieve optimal equity and quality of education; (3) The success of the implementation of the PPPK teacher policy in Gorontalo was assessed as good in terms of the performance of the implementers, such as the transparency of the BKD in the selection, but the impact was not optimal due to inaccurate data on teacher needs, so an evaluation was needed to improve the equality and quality of education.

Salivary Caries-Related Microorganisms and Demographics of a Group of Children

Objective: The purpose of this study was to determine the association between caries related microorganisms in children’s saliva, such as Streptococcus mutans and lactobacilli, and their demographic factors. Methods: This study involved a sample of 135, both sexes with an age range between 3 and 10 years. Unstimulated saliva was obtained and diluted in normal saline. Saliva was then placed in selective media. Salivaris agar was used for mutans streptococci while Rogosa agar for lactobacilli. After incubation, Streptococcus mutans counting of CFU (colony forming units) with morphology characterization and numbers of CFU per milliliter of saliva for lactobacilli. Demographic factors information was collected using a questionnaire. Results: Both studied salivary microorganisms increased with age. Streptococcus mutans was higher in boys, and associated with breastfeeding, overweight, and not brushing their teeth. Lactobacilli were higher in girls, and associated with mothers who were government employee, mother occupation, children who during sleep were not nursed, and with normal weight. Conclusion: The present study found an association between salivary Streptococcus mutans and lactobacilli and various demographic variables in a group of children.

DNA methylation patterns are influenced by Pax3::Foxo1 expression and developmental lineage in rhabdomyosarcoma tumours forming in genetically engineered mouse models.

Rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) is a family of phenotypically myogenic paediatric cancers consisting of two major subtypes: fusion-positive (FP) RMS, most commonly involving the PAX3::FOXO1 fusion gene, formed by the fusion of paired box 3 (PAX3) and forkhead box O1 (FOXO1) genes, and fusion-negative (FN) RMS, lacking these gene fusions. In humans, DNA methylation patterns distinguish these two subtypes as well as mutation-associated subsets within these subtypes. To investigate the biological factors responsible for these methylation differences, we profiled DNA methylation in RMS tumours derived from genetically engineered mouse models (GEMMs) in which various driver mutations were introduced into different myogenic lineages. Our unsupervised analyses of DNA methylation patterns in these GEMM tumours yielded two major clusters, corresponding to high and no/low expression of Pax3::Foxo1, which mirrored the results for human FP and FN RMS tumours. Two distinct methylation-defined subsets were found for GEMM RMS tumours with no/low Pax3::Foxo1 expression: one subset enriched in Pax7 lineage tumours and a second subset enriched in myogenic factor 5 (Myf5) lineage tumours. Integrative analysis of DNA methylation and transcriptomic data in mouse and human RMS revealed a common group of differentially methylated and differentially expressed genes, highlighting a conserved set of genes functioning in both human RMS models and GEMMs of RMS. In conclusion, these studies provide insight into the roles of oncogenic fusion proteins and developmental lineages in establishing DNA methylation patterns in FP and FN RMS respectively. © 2025 The Author(s). The Journal of Pathology published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd on behalf of The Pathological Society of Great Britain and Ireland. This article has been contributed to by U.S. Government employees and their work is in the public domain in the USA.

Laser scarecrows reduce avian corn-foraging propensity but not bout length in aviary trials.

Behavioral mechanisms underlying avian deterrence by lasers in sweet corn are not known, and we evaluated them in a rigorous aviary experiment. Eighteen flocks of European starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) foraged on sweet corn for several days in control and laser treated plots with ripe sweet corn while data were collected on where birds were distributed and how long birds foraged on corn. In 16 trials, fresh ears were presented on wooden sticks, and in two trials birds foraged on natural corn grown from seed. Birds were sexed and boldness scores were obtained. We predicted that (a) birds would avoid foraging on ears in laser plots and (b) if they did feed, lasers would reduce foraging bout duration. Laser treatments reduced the probability that birds would feed on sweet corn ears, and to a striking degree in Natural Trials. We did not detect direct effects of laser exposure on foraging bout duration, but when corn foliage was low, bolder birds foraged longer in laser plots. We provide the first quantification of bird foraging behavior in laser treated corn. The central mechanism underlying the effectiveness of laser scarecrows at reducing sweet corn damage is the prevention of settlement of depredating birds onto ripe ears. © 2025 Society of Chemical Industry. This article has been contributed to by U.S. Government employees and their work is in the public domain in the USA.

Prevalence and impact of exploding head syndrome in a Japanese working population.

Exploding head syndrome (EHS) is a parasomnia characterized by the perception of loud noises, or explosions inside the head during the sleep-to-wake transition. The prevalence of EHS remains unclear. This survey aimed to elucidate the prevalence of and factors associated with EHS in this cohort. As part of the Night in Japan Home Sleep Monitoring Study (NinjaSleep study), a cross-sectional survey was conducted among government employees in Koka City, Shiga Prefecture, Japan, in 2022. Participants were queried regarding their experiences with EHS as defined in the International Classification of Sleep Disorders, 3rd Edition, including sudden loud noises or sensations of explosions, subsequent abrupt awakenings and feelings of fright. Various standardized instruments were employed to evaluate depression, anxiety, insomnia, quality of life, and fatigue. Of the 2081 employees invited to participate, 1878 completed the survey. After excluding respondents with epilepsy and incomplete responses, 1843 participants were deemed eligible for analysis. Among them, 46 (2.49%) reported experiencing sudden noises or sensations of explosions, with 23 (1.25%) meeting the diagnostic criteria for EHS. The EHS was significantly related to the scores on the Patient Health Questionnaire-9, Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7, Athens Insomnia Scale, and Chalder Fatigue Scale, even after adjusting for age, sex, BMI and categorized mean sleep duration. This study elucidates the prevalence of EHS among the Japanese population and underscores its potential association with insomnia symptoms and various psychological factors.

The Risks from State and Local Government Employee Pension Plans: A Stochastic Simulation Analysis

The Risks from State and Local Government Employee Pension Plans: A Stochastic Simulation Analysis

Using a narrative approach in self-help groups for young people experiencing employment problems: Japanese experience

This article examines the problem of marginalisation of young people in the post-industrial society of Japan who experience the mental state of ikizurasa, consisting of feelings of disunity, isolation, anxiety, and leading to the inability to obtain a stable and well-paid job. The socio-economic conditions for the emergence and spread of this condition among Japanese youth are described. Its socio-economic and personal-mental aspects are highlighted and disclosed. It has been established that the mental state similar to the ikizurasa is not a specifically Japanese phenomenon, as it is observed in the countries with a Western mentality, in particular in Europe. A critical analysis of the socio-political assistance programmes proposed by the Japanese government is conducted, revealing their weak effectiveness when applied to subjects experiencing the ikizurasa. A narrative approach has been proposed as an alternative to the government employment programmes. The characteristics of psychological assistance formats that use narrative methods are given. Using the example of the social practice of self-help groups, the psychotherapeutic effectiveness of the narrative approach has been identified and substantiated,consisting in the individual’s awareness of their own needs, strengthening the feelings of stability and integration of their Self, and in the emergence of an active subject position in relation to their own employment. Prospects for further research are outlined.

Needs Assessment for Public Health Competency in Infection Prevention and Control: Importance and Performance Analysis (IPA) of Infectious Disease Response Practitioners.

The Field Epidemiology Training Program Frontline, initiated by the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency in 2019, aims to enhance the competencies of infectious disease practitioners across 17 regions in South Korea. With the September 2024 amendment to the Infectious Disease Prevention Act mandating infectious disease prevention and crisis response training for government employees who are associated with infectious diseases responses, there is an urgent need to assess and optimize the effectiveness and cost-efficiency of such competency-based education programs amidst constraints of budget and manpower. This study examined the educational needs and priorities of public health competencies among infectious disease practitioners. The competency framework for Infectious Disease Response Practitioners (IDRP) in South Korea was used to evaluate the validity, importance, and performance level of competencies for infectious disease response personnel. For the training needs analysis, differences in performance by group were analyzed, and an importance performance analysis (IPA) was conducted using the Borich Needs Assessment based on the IPA matrix to derive training priorities. The analysis revealed a significant gap between perceived importance and self-reported performance levels in most competencies, especially epidemiologic methods. Competencies related to safety and ethics, fieldwork, and crisis management have high importance and performance ratings, indicating a need for ongoing training. Of the 27 competencies, the IPA identified specific training needs and priorities, suggesting eight competencies for focused intervention to strengthen the capacity of IDRPs. The IDRP competency framework in South Korea plays a pivotal role in establishing a standardized, competency-based approach to training IDRP. The identified gaps and training priorities highlight the need for continued curriculum development and the integration of real-world, field-based scenarios into training programs.

Process evaluation of quality of precancerous cervical lesion screening program in selected public health centers in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Cervical cancer is the second most prevalent disease among Ethiopian women of reproductive age and a serious gynecological malignancy affecting women regionally. About, 3235 deaths and 4648 new cases are reported nationwide each year. Precancerous cervical screening programs face many difficulties in settings with limited resources, despite their severity, such as a lack of medical supplies and equipment, poorly trained healthcare workers, a heavy workload for current staff, low professional compliance, and insufficient support from medical facilities. Furthermore, the quality of screening services is not well-supported by data in many places, which makes efforts to enhance these programs even more difficult. Improving service quality and customer satisfaction requires an understanding of the accessibility of critical screening tools and the skill of healthcare providers. Hence, this study aims to evaluate the process quality of the pre-cancerous cervical lesion screening program at selected public health centers in Gulele sub-city, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. A case study design involving both quantitative and qualitative methods was conducted from April 09 to May 10, 2022. The study was conducted based on clinical guidelines and previously published evidence in peer-reviewed journals. A total of nine (n = 9) public health centers were involved in the study. A total of 223 study participants for service program evaluation. For the qualitative study, 12 key informants were interviewed at exit consecutively. Additionally, resource inventory and record review were conducted. Data were analyzed using SPSS for Windows version 25. Multi-variate logistic regression was used to check the association between the outcome and independent variables. Multivariate logistic regression was analyzed when the p-value was less than or equal to 0.25 in bivariate binary logistic regression, considering the statistical significance at p-value < 0.05. Qualitative data were analyzed manually by summarizing into a key thematic area. The evaluation findings were interpreted based on a predetermined judgment matrix with stakeholders during the evaluability assessment. From quality perspectives, study found that, pre-cancerous cervical lesion screening service concerning program resource availability was measured to be 80 %, which was good. In terms of satisfaction, the study found that 88 % of clients were satisfied with the precancerous cervical lesion screening service provided by health centers. Occupational status of a government employee (AOR: 0.04; 95 % CI: 0.003,0.63), educational status with no formal education (AOR: 0.04; 95 %CI: 0.006, 0.23), long-term use of contraceptives (AOR: 3.70; 95 %CI: 1.34, 10.21), and having multiple children up to three (AOR: 3.27; 95 %CI: 1.3, 9.44) were significantly associated factors with client satisfaction on screening services for precancerous cervical. However, while the overall program implementation scored 78.67 %, categorized as good, certain areas require improvement. Compliance with national guidelines among healthcare professionals were rated at 74 %, indicating a need for enhanced adherence to established standards. Qualitative findings revealed that trained providers often handle multiple responsibilities, leading to service quality challenges due to overburdening. Additionally, financial constraints hinder the availability of essential equipment and medications, posing significant barriers to effective service delivery. In conclusion, although the level of satisfaction with service provision was good and the overall quality of service was acceptable. However, the availability of necessary resources and compliance of health care providers to national guidelines need improvement. We recommend more efforts be exerted on improving providers' compliance and availing of necessary resources to enhance the status of pre-cancerous cervical cancer screening services.

Assessing the capacity to implement the international health regulations to control COVID-19 at points of entry in Eswatini.

Significant challenges to implementing international health regulations (IHR) at points of entry (PoEs) have been highlighted by the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. Better assessment of the capacities of the PoEs may promote focused interventions. This study aimed to assess the capacities and practices at PoEs. A self-filled questionnaire based on the World Health Organization (WHO) Joint External Evaluation Tool was distributed to frontline workers at four major PoEs. A total of 368 questionnaires were distributed and 308 were completed. Online interviews were conducted with key informants (n = 16). The capacity of PoE was scored by referencing the WHO checklist for core capacity requirement, and categorized into limited, partial, or full capacity. Pearson's Chi square test was used to compare differences among PoEs. Qualitative data was thematically analyzed. The majority of the 308 participants in the survey were from Ngwenya (59.4%). Approximately 68% were government employees, and 81% had more than 2 years of experience. Participants reported shortage of resources, such as medical facility (30.5%), staff (37.7%), gloves (47.7%), masks (48.4%), and isolation room; and inconsistencies in practices such as record keeping, reporting cases, and quarantine measures. The overall capacity for IHR implementation was limited, with the airport PoE showing partial capacity and the three ground PoEs having limited capacity. The capacity to implement the IHR at Eswatini PoEs was limited. The results suggest the need to allocate resources to PoEs and to enhance training on practices regarding case handling, reporting, and record keeping.

The Impact Of Revolution 5.0 on Digital Government and Public Service Efficiency

This study explores the impact of Revolution 5.0 on public service efficiency in the context of digital governance. The primary aim of the research is to assess how advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Big Data, and the Internet of Things (IoT) are influencing the performance and efficiency of government services. This study uses a quantitative research approach, employing a descriptive and explanatory design to describe the phenomenon and analyze the relationship between Revolution 5.0 technologies (independent variable) and public service efficiency (dependent variable). Data were collected through a survey administered to 250 respondents, including government employees, State Civil Apparatus (ASN), and the public, using a structured questionnaire with Likert scale items. The findings indicate that the integration of digital technologies significantly enhances administrative efficiency, reduces processing time, and improves public satisfaction with government services. The study contributes valuable insights into the ongoing digital transformation in public administration and provides recommendations for improving digital literacy among civil servants to further optimize service delivery.

The Effect of Compensation Suitability, Internal Controls, Organizational Culture And Organizational Commitment on Fraud (Case Study: Tebo Regency Local Government Employee)

The purpose of this study is to analyze the influence of compensation suitability, internal control, organizational culture and organizational commitment on the tendency of fraud in Tebo Regency government employees. The research method used is a quantitative descriptive analysis method with multiple linear regression, a population of 15 regional organizations that have a sample of 60 respondents. Based on the results of the study, it is shown that simultaneously, namely the suitability of compensation, internal control, organizational culture and organizational commitment together have a significant effect on the tendency of fraud in Tebo Regency government employees. It partially shows that the suitability of compensation has a negative effect on the tendency of fraud in Tebo Regency government employees. Internal control has a negative effect on the tendency of fraud in Tebo Regency government employees. Organizational commitment has a negative effect on the tendency of fraud in Tebo Regency government employees. Meanwhile, organizational culture does not have a negative effect on the tendency of fraud in Tebo Regency government employees.

Availability, price and affordability of essential medicines for managing cardiovascular disease in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Access to health care is a fundamental human right. However, nearly one-third of the global population have no access to it. This magnitude is even much worse in low- and middle-income countries. A cross-sectional study was conducted from April 12 to June 5, 2024 to determine availability, price and affordability of essential medicines for managing cardiovascular diseases using WHO/HAI methodology in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Data on the availability and price of the lowest priced generic medicines were collected from five public, ten private and eight other sectors in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The availability was assessed as the percentage of health facilities that stocked the listed medicines. The prices of these medicines were evaluated across all sectors. Price variations were calculated to identify differences among these settings. Additionally, medicine prices were compared against the management sciences for health (MSH) International Reference Prices to calculate the Median Price Ratio (MPR), providing a standardized measure of price affordability and accessibility. The data was analyzed using WHO/HAI work book Excel sheet V 15. The overall availability of generic drugs in all sectors was found to be 34.52%. The availability was 33.73, 40.58, 29.8 and 33.99% in Public, Private, Kenema and Red Cross pharmacies, respectively. The median price ratios for the medications used to treat cardiovascular disease were 3.49, 7.24, 2.84 and 5.2 at Public, Private, Kenema, and Red Cross Pharmacies, respectively. Majority of the medicines were found to be unaffordable, costing up to 352.44 days’ wage of the lowest paid government employee to cover a one-month standard treatment. In conclusion, the study underscores significant challenges in the availability, pricing, and affordability of LPG medications to treat CVDs in Ethiopia.

Coaching the Government Employee with Work Agreements: A Dignified Justice Perspective

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the implementation and identify the development of Government Employees with Work Agreements (PPPK) after the enactment of Law Number 20 of 2023 concerning State Civil Apparatus from the perspective of the theory of dignified justice. This normative legal research uses a legislative and conceptual approach, with primary and secondary legal sources, collected through literature studies and analyzed qualitatively. The results of the study explain that after the enactment of Law Number 20 of 2023 concerning State Civil Apparatus, the development of PPPK has caused various problems, namely unequal perceptions, budget constraints, and the quality of training that still needs to be improved. When this is associated with the theory of dignified justice, this theory encourages ethics and morality as the basis for every aspect of the development, management, and development of PPPK; therefore, by respecting individual dignity, providing equal opportunities, encouraging transparency, and building a positive organizational culture, organizations can ensure that employee development is not only effective, but also fair and dignified. The theory of dignified justice emphasizes that every individual has dignity that must be respected, carrying out performance on an ethical and moral basis that underlies professional behavior. The implementation of these principles will contribute to better employee development and the overall improvement of the quality of public services.

Pelatihan dokumen Digital Land Document Application Training Towards a Digital Village at the Kujung Village Government

Digital-based data management is essential for village development, particularly in managing digital land documents. These documents significantly enhance the efficiency of data management, making it easier for residents to search, input, and update information. The primary objective of our community service initiative is to equip Kujung Village government employees with the necessary knowledge and skills for effective digital land document management. Our implementation approach involves three stages: execution, evaluation, and monitoring to ensure program sustainability. On September 26, 2024, at Kujung Village Hall, 15 village officials, 4 BPD members, and 6 LKMD members participated enthusiastically in the program. The results indicated a strong consensus among participants regarding the proposed indicators, and a notable increase in their understanding. Consequently, village officials showed a greater inclination to utilize digital applications for data management over traditional manual methods. This initiative has also led to improved services that are faster, more transparent, and accountable