Administrative Functions Research Articles

Current state and prospects of the development of judicial control of administrative courts by public administration bodies

Introduction. In an era marked by rapid changes in governance and legal paradigms, the role of judicial control exerted by administrative courts on public administration bodies has emerged as a cornerstone of modern legal systems. This study aims to delve into the current state of this judicial control, exploring its evolution, challenges, and impact on the functioning of public administration. It also aims to forecast the future development of this interplay, considering the changing legal, social, and political landscapes. The primary purpose of the paper is to comprehensively assess and understand the current state and future prospects of judicial control exercised by administrative courts over public administration bodies. This involves a multifaceted exploration of the role, challenges, and evolving dynamics in this area of governance. Results. The in-depth analysis of the current state and the potential future developments in the judicial control exerted by administrative courts by public administration bodies has led to several key findings: The current state reveals a heightened emphasis on the role of administrative courts in ensuring that public administration bodies adhere to legal and ethical standards. This increased scrutiny is a response to a growing demand for transparency and accountability in public administration. The study indicates significant variation in the approaches and intensity of judicial control among different countries. Some regions show a trend towards more rigorous judicial oversight, while others maintain a more traditional, restrained approach. Conclusion. In summary, the growing influence of judicial control by administrative courts is a response to the evolving needs of modern governance. It reflects a societal shift towards greater accountability and legal compliance in public administration. The future will likely see continued efforts to refine this relationship, ensuring that it fosters a system of governance that is both effective and just, and which upholds the principles of democracy and the rule of law.

Узгодженість формування та використання коштів місцевих бюджетів України з соціальними цілями повоєнного відновлення.

The results of reforming the system of interbudgetary relations in Ukraine are studied in terms of the degree of local self-government participation in solving regional development problems. Normative and legal acts, which introduced changes in the functioning of administrations in wartime and changed the procedure for budget planning and reporting, are singled out. The paper offers options for dividing the country into functional types of territories to stimulate their direct financing. Emphasis is placed on the established norm regarding the mandatory preparation of a development strategy for each community. Attention is focused on the need to strengthen interstate partnership in the process of post-war reconstruction of the country and the implementation of European experience in the legislative regulation of regional development. The possibility of applying the European concept «S3» in Ukraine as a policy of determining priorities for the development of regions on the basis of smart specialization is outlined. The changes in the sources of revenues to the local budgets of Ukraine and the directions of their use for the purposes of post-war reconstruction are clearly presented and substantiated. Incomes and expenditures of local budgets for 2018—2022 have been analyzed. The interbudgetary transfer line items are singled out with the provision of proposals for the implementation of the system of vertical-horizontal equalization of communities’ capacity. The community sector’s levers of influence on the processes of local budget funds allocation in order to strengthen social ties and increase the social capital of territorial communities are determined. An assessment of changes in the structure of local budgets’ own revenues and in the composition of financed programs is carried out. Subsidization trends have been systematized and the subsidy level of community budgets has been determined. The advantages of the carried out budget decentralization reform and its next steps are argued. Proposals for measures to improve the communication policy in relations between state authorities, local self-government bodies and territorial communities are provided.

PERFORMANSI KELOMPOK TANI HUTAN (KTH) DALAM PENGELOLAAN HUTAN KEMASYARAKATAN: DIMENSI KELOLA KELEMBAGAAN, KAWASAN, DAN USAHA

This research examines the essence of Social Forestry, including community forestry, which consists of three aspects: institutional, area, and business management. The method is an exploratory approach with data taken using survey methods and field observations. The dimensions of institutional arrangements, forest area management, and enterprises are measured using indicators from the Head of Extension and Human Resources Development Agency Regulation No. P.5/P2SDM/Set/Kum.1/7/2020. The assessment results for KTH Tunas Maju's institutional performance in the area management dimension showed a score of 205 or 56.94% of the maximum indicator value of 360. The assessment for area management performance reached a score of 120, equivalent to 60% of the maximum indicator value of 200. The business management performance score was 215, or 48.86% of the maximum indicator value 440. Consequently, KTH Tunas Maju's overall score is 540, placing it in the "Intermediate-level KTH" category. Considering the existing potential, there is still substantial space for improvement in its performance. Indicators that require enhancement include increased participation of women in leadership positions and membership within the group, the addition of group activity plans, frequency of group meetings, member attendance rates, completeness of secretarial and administrative functions, involvement of managers and members in capacity-building activities and training, and the necessity for a Community Forestry Extension Officer. Furthermore, expanding business partnerships, diversifying products, and increasing business capital is essential.

TAX CONTROL IN UKRAINE

The article emphasizes that control is one of the most important functions of state administration, and tax control is one of the directions of state financial control, which ensures in compliance with tax legislation by taxpayers. The article describes t

International Law Basics of Governance of Subsoil in Kara Sea

Introduction. International law issues of using subsoil are addressed in many legal researches, which cover the normative content of this term and the subsoil extension of a state sovereignty within the state’s boundaries and also the status of marine subsoil both within and beyond the continental shelf. Taking into account this wide array of research materials this paper addresses a rather specific topic, which is of huge economic importance for Russia, that is the past, present and future legal mechanism of subsoil management in Kara Sea. In addition to that the paper address in this context the sharp change in 2022 the international legal policy in the Northern Polar region, which was initiated by the seven western countries-members of the Arctic Council.Materials and methods. International and national legal documents of the Russian Empire and the Soviet Union and also Russian Federation (which are applicable to the bottom of the Kara Sea) are used as materials for this research. The teachings of the qualified legal scholars devoted to these documents are also scrutinized. The author has relied upon general research methods as well as those which are specifically used by lawyers.Results of the research. During the period of the Russian Empire only suggestions were published as to the international law possibility to extend the administrative functions of Russia to the bottom of the whole Kara Sea. During the soviet period (until Gorbachev’s “perestroika” start in 1985) Kara Sea bottom and its subsoil were unanimously qualified as a part of state’s maritime territory of the Soviet Union. The relevant act of legislation, however, was never adopted. At the same time, no legal act was adopted, what might contradict the doctrinal qualification of Kara Sea and its subsoil as being under the sovereignty of the USSR and under its exclusive state control. In 1985 such a legal approach ceased to exist: according to the first northern “Gorbachev’s” Decree of the Council of Ministers of the USSR only small part of the subsoil of Kara Sea was legally qualified as being under the sovereignty of the country. As for the larger part of such subsoil, it has legally received a “weaker” status – as subsoil of the continental shelf implying that foreign states have some rights on the continental shelf.Discussion and conclusions. Up till nowadays the legal response of Russia to western states “sanctions” after the Coup d’Etat in Kiev in 2014 were always within international economic law. The fact that western countries introduced in 2022 nonregional disagreements with Russia in the policy in the Arctic Region has legal consequences for Russia. From this moment Russia is also free from the former tradition to respect its previous self-limitations in the Arctic relating to such western states. That covers, inter alia, self-limitations provided in the 1985 Decree relating to the status of subsoil in Kara Sea. In such a context the paper suggests “asymmetric” measures to be adopted by the Russian Federation within the law of the sea.

TRANSFORMATION OF BUREAUCRATIC DIGITAL SERVICES THROUGH THE SALAMAN APPLICATION AT THE BANDUNG CITY POPULATION AND CIVIL REGISTRATION OFFICE

E-Government is a prominent focal point that aims to foster governmental innovation in the realm of public services. This was achieved through web browsers or easily downloadable smartphone applications, especially due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Within the Bandung City Population and Civil Registration Office, the implementation was a significant initiative in delivering services to the public. In addition, this was facilitated by the SALAMAN (SelesAi daLAm genggaMAN) Application, initially launched in December 2018. Meanwhile, the transition towards digital bureaucratic services in public administration was observed as a shift from traditional office-based administrative functions, embracing an improved paradigm by harnessing information technology. Therefore, this research aimed to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of digital transformation, as well as the benefits provided to the community. The method used was Qualitative descriptive, encompassing data collection techniques such as interviews, observations, and documentation. Furthermore, the transformation of digital bureaucratic services through the SALAMAN Application was conducted effectively and efficiently, providing benefits to the community and the Bandung City Population and Civil Registration Office. These benefits encompassed convenient and streamlined access to administrative services for the community, as well as enhanced effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of service delivery.

Human Resource (HR) Practices - A Comprehensive Review

The Human Resource (HR) practices are critical cornerstone in contemporary organizational management. The field of HR has evolved significantly over the years, transitioning from a primarily administrative function to a strategic partner in achieving business objectives. Today, HR professionals are responsible for aligning HR practices with the organization's goals, ensuring that the right talent is in place, and creating a culture that supports high performance and employee well-being. Amidst the world of Technology, even HR is having its analytical wing and almost all function of HR is getting routed through the HR Analytics domain.
 This comprehensive review, led by researchers, delves into the multifaceted landscape of HR practices, exploring their significance, evolution, and benefits on organizational success. With a focus on both theoretical frameworks and real-world applications, the researchers examine the spectrum of HR practices, ranging from recruitment and selection to performance management and employee development. Employing a Descriptive and Exploratory Research design, this study encompasses both Primary and Secondary data. Primary data takes the form of interviews with HR Heads from five companies, offering insights into the HR practices of organizations. The research aims to understand the essence and significance of HR practices, while also investigating the benefits these practices bring to organizations. This study provides valuable insights into HR practices and highlights their adaptive nature in various organizational contexts. The analysis presented in this paper serves as a resource for HR professionals, managers, and researchers seeking to enhance their understanding of HR practices that drive organizational excellence. By critically assessing best practices, challenges, and emerging trends, this research contributes to the broader discussion on HR practices' impact on organizational success.

Public Policy Factors Associated with Effectiveness of Working Environment and Quality of Life among Security Forces in Israel

Israel is a violent society and military forces play a fundamental role in this scenario. Forces work is a stressful occupation, dealing with routine violence, military forces must have high standards of physical and mental health. The problem has a negative impact on the life quality of security officers, who play an important role in insecurity issues. Because without security, economic development is a futile dream. A cross-sectional design study investigated a random sample of 490 male military forces, engaged in patrolling the streets of Salvador, Israel. The accessible population was composed of all the 840 military forces from 85 battalions. The study included only males, engaged in visible patrolling in public spaces in the city, and excluded those who were on medical leave, engaged in administrative functions, or in specific situations not related to their core-activity. Health-related quality of life was evaluated through the 36-Item Short Form Health Survey Questionnaire (SF-36). Preliminary data collection required self-administered questionnaires for the target population. The expert applied the test re-test technique to choose the reliability of the exam study. To establish the relationship between the variables, Pearson correlation analysis was performed on the dependent and independent variables confidence interval. The study found that the Physical Component Summary was associated with poor work ability (P < 0.001). The mean Physical Component Summary was 3.368 units lower among those with poor work. The study concludes that the military forces investigated presented low health-related quality of life, associated with younger age, excessive alcohol consumption, and poor work ability. Therefore, improving forces working environment through timely promotion will play an important role in improving the life quality of the Israel’s military forcesmen. Keywords: Promotion procedure, Duty assignment, Deployment, Life quality, working conditions:

A cross-cultural study on the career counseling service ecosystem: implications for higher education marketing

ABSTRACT A career counseling service (CCS) provides an important measure of student satisfaction and contributes to the shaping of a higher education marketing strategy. However, the body of knowledge in the higher education domain is scant on how a CCS is created and delivered to suit the needs of students and the wider society. This study uses an explorative multiple-case study of the CCS across three different cultural contexts: UK, Italy, and China. The study adopted a service ecosystem perspective, building on contingency theory (i)to analyze the CCS as a tri-level scheme – that is to say, at the micro, meso, and macro levels – and identify the themes and underlying constructs in the co-creation of the CCS at each level and (ii)to highlight the disparities in CCSs across different cultural contexts. Six dominant themes in CCSs emerged – namely, quality assurance, a student-centered approach, mental health, industry collaboration, promotion of service, and digital platforms. The findings revealed that the role of the CCS is transitioning from a mere job placement service to a strategic and administrative function, which interacts with and influences various actors in the higher education ecosystem. Across the different cultural contexts, disparities in the identified themes were ascertained and explained.

Systematic review of the changing land to people relationship and co-evolution of land administration

Land to people interaction is an old phenomenon that has occurred throughout human history. The scope and nature of the relationship has been changing over time as a result of continuous and disruptive socio-cultural and technological changes. Human civilizations observed in the past as well as the current rapid technological advancements and high rate of urbanization, along with the need for sustainable development are driving for changes in land to people interactions. However, studies and scientific discourses on examining the changing people-land relationships and the co-evolving need to manage or govern land are scarce. This paper, therefore, aimed to offer an understanding on how the concept of land administration evolved from the complexities involved in the changing people to land relationships. To achieve the objective of the paper, desk review research approach was employed. The review demonstrates that various forms, designations, functions of land administration have been evolved over the history of human being as a response to manage the changing people to land relationships. Thus, it is plausible to assume that the notion of land administration is deeply founded in human history and is one of the oldest professions that support humanity. Finally, this study underlines that land administration as a subject or concept is constantly evolving due to the changing nature of people's perception towards land and it is also expected to continue to co-evolve and respond to address societal needs at a particular time.

Supervisi dalam Monitoring Tugas Pendamping di Family Development Session Program Keluarga Harapan

The Family Hope Program (PKH) is a program designed with the aim of improving people’s lives. 
 One of the success of this program is determined by the intensive and sustainable program assistants who have 
 roles as facilitators, educators and community representatives.The role of a supervisor in monitoring mentors 
 of the PKH is essential to be studied. The supervisor supports and empowers mentors, especially in the Family 
 Development Session (FDS) activity. This article describes the implementation of the PKH supervision function 
 based on the results of research in the Cimanggis sub-district, Depok. The research method used is descriptive 
 qualitative with primary and secondary data collection through observation, interviews and documentation. As 
 a result, this research uncovers three roles of a supervisor in this program. First is an administrative function 
 comprising making reports, case management, and conflict and complaint management. Another part is to educate 
 and manage the value and knowledge transfer to the mentors. Lastly, the supervisor’s role in the program is to 
 provide moral support and resources to mentors.

Benevolence in the functioning system of united territorial communities: communication and management elements

The subject of the study is ensuring integrity in the system of functioning of united territorial communities. The purpose of the article is to study the degree of compliance with integrity in the system of administrative and communicative functioning of the OTG in wartime conditions. Research methods. In order to solve the research tasks, methods of analysis, synthesis, and generalization were used, which made it possible to ensure the conceptual unity of the research. Work results. The article examines the ability of local self-government bodies to adhere to the principles of integrity in their work in all its manifestations, both at the managerial and communicative levels, taking into account the peculiarities of wartime. They tried to consider integrity in the activities of the OTG in the context of avoiding double standards, resisting corruption, maximally assisting people in receiving services, developinga mechanism of stability in overcoming crisis phenomena, ensuring a people-centered way of communication and maximum informational openness about management activities and financial expenses. Conclusions. Virtue as a basic principle of the operation of the OTG in war conditions works quite positivelyin the system of regulating numerous crises related to migration and evacuation processes, in relation to internally displaced persons, etc. There are many problems with compliance with the principles of integrity in the field of "open communities" formation, which is connected with honest interaction with donors and humanitarian missions; compliance with norms of decency in the system of using financial resources also requires attention. Norms of integrity are the basis of the new model of governance, therefore the leadership of the OTG in wartime conditions should apply the recommendations of the "new governance", which includes: predictableand joint governance to solve extremely difficult situations; application of the mechanisms of a transparent and responsible attitude to the implementation of strategic planning for reconstruction and development in the postwar period; ensuring the participation of active citizens in the redistribution of state resources at the local level; application of "new ways of thinking in the context of policy formation, which include an orientation towards flexibility rather than stability, towards networks rather than hierarchies, towards partnerships rather than client services in relations between citizens and the state" [1]

A-386 Performance assessment of Point of care testing for blood glucose: a 5 year review of EQA data

Abstract Introduction WEQAS is the largest External Quality Assessment (EQA) provider for the Point of Care Testing (POCT) market within the UK supplying samples and assessment to over 30 000 sites per month with over 20 Programmes across the entire Health care sector. All the Programmes are accredited to ISO 17043.The aim of the programme is to provide support to POCT co-ordinators, to identify non compliant sites and improve the analytical performance of users. Most of the programmes are designed to allow the full assessment of all the devices within the organisation at either monthly, bimonthly or quarterly intervals. A Co-ordinator in each organisation is given a Group Administrator function for the EQA website and maintains the database for its own organisation. The role of performance surveillance is therefore devolved to each individual Co-ordinator at a local level and monitored nationally by the EQA organiser. The powerful database gives POCT Co-ordinators a wealth of information on method and analyser performance both within their own organisation and between organisations. Organisation performance summary reports, distribution letters, non-compliance reports, poor performance reports and cumulative reports are generated from one system. The POCT Users are also provided with a simple traffic light system with clear action limits. For the POCT glucose programme one sample is distributed each month with samples covering a range of 2 to 28 mmol/l annually. Methods A review of performance was undertaken between January 2018 and January 2023 for the POCT glucose Programmes for a selection of devices. Devices that were no longer available were excluded as were devices with <50 users in the group. This represented data from 10 360 devices per month in 2018 and 12 277 in 2023. Performance was assessed as the coefficient of variation (CV%) for the device group after outlier exclusion and calculated for a wide range of glucose concentrations. Results For devices with CV less than 5% in 2018 there was generally no further improvement in performance, however at a glucose of 2 mmol/L an improvement in performance of 0.5to 3.5% was observed for the other devices. In 2018 CVs ranged from 3.7 to 12% and 3.1 to 8.3%% at 2.5 and 26 mmol/L respectively compared with 4 to 10.3% and 3.3 to 7.2% in 2022. Conclusion Although there were numerous examples where EQA identified poor performance at an individual user level, there was little evidence to suggest that the performance of POCT glucose devices had improved significantly over the last 5 years.

Theoretical and methodological approaches to understanding public-administrative discourse as a type of communication in public administration

The article provides a theoretical and methodological analysis of public-administrative discourse as a type of communication between public administration institutions and the public. The author describes the main approaches to understanding the concept of "discourse", which are not limited to purely linguistic issues, but have a wider scope of application in such fields of knowledge as linguistics, political science, philosophy, psychology, pedagogy, journalism, cultural studies, art history, mathematics, and public administration.
 The article reveals that "discourse" and its variant "institutional discourse" are a system of actions, roles and norms of behaviour in the process of communication (communication), according to the following main criteria: communication subjects (public authorities, civil society institutions, representatives of a particular social group, the public) communication goals. Its components are "administrative discourse" and "public-administrative discourse".
 The author determines that the specificity of "administrative" discourse is communication within the framework of status-role relations, i.e., speech interaction between representatives of executive authorities (civil servants) performing executive and administrative functions and citizens. The main functions of administrative discourse are prescriptive, controlling and evaluative, the essence of which is to assess the work of performers.
 It is substantiated that "public-administrative discourse" is a type of communication, communicative interaction between public authorities (public managers) and civil society institutions and the public at different communicative levels in different socio-political conditions. Thus, "public-administrative discourse" is a tool for realising the practical interests of the State, i.e., it contributes to the democratisation of society and improvement of the quality of life of the population.

Managing Housing and Infrastructure Needs for a Fully-fledged Involuntary Resettlement: The Case of Central Expressway in Sri Lanka

Housing with infrastructure needs are basics in resettlement projects having a public stake. As part of a study exploring how these needs can be effectively addressed, this paper identifies the gaps in managing these infrastructure needs in one of the highway construction projects in Sri Lanka namely Central Expressway, Phase 1. This case study provides a perspective in exploring the issues encountered by the affected people using grounded theory. The paper presents the recommendations to minimize such gaps. Data was collected through unstructured interviews comprising both the beneficiaries and the government officials, reducing opinion bias. Gaps identified were ad-hoc erection of houses, lack of infrastructure facilities, security, safety and health issues, delay and insufficiency of compensation and inefficiency in administrative functions and information asymmetry. Some kind of interventionist approach is inevitable to enhance beneficiary participation and knowledge sharing in order to minimise these gaps, the majority of which has been outweighed by the perceived land value. The findings of this research will help detect the existing gaps in involuntary resettlement and institutional inefficiencies that hamper the progress of resettlement.

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE AS MEANS OF FORMING AN EMOTIONALLY POSITIVE CONTEXT IN BUFFER ZONES OF CULTURAL HERITAGE OBJECTS

The article presents the results of the author's research on the formation of an emotionally positive context in the buffer zones of cultural heritage objects by means of landscape architecture; considered scientific and theoretical base of world research. 
 Buffer zones (according to I. Korotun) are divided into 3 categories: I direct use of the territory; II multifunctional; III combined. The most difficult is the II category of buffer zones "non-direct multifunctional usage". In Ukraine, 4 out of 8 World Heritage sites have buffer zones of non-direct multifunctional use ("Kyiv: St. Sophia Cathedral and nearby monastery buildings, Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, Church of the Savior on Berestov" (1990); "Ensemble of the historical center of Lviv" (1998); "Residence of the Metropolitans of Bukovina and Dalmatia" (2011) and "Historical Center of Odesa" (2023)). The historical city center belongs to the II category of buffer zones, and it is the core of the urbanized environment, where the administrative, transport or combined functions of the city can be concentrated. Multifunctionality makes the city center the place of the greatest activity of people, which in turn forms a prerequisite for the formation of an emotionally positive context. 
 Landscape organization of buffer zones as places of constant circulation of people is a prerequisite for the creation of high-quality space. So, we determined that the formation of an emotionally positive context in the buffer zones of cultural heritage objects can be carried out through the method of "green corridors," which will be connections between activity points or will be multifunctional zones. 
 The formation of an emotionally positive context is a universal method for the landscape organization of urban space within the buffer zones of cultural heritage objects under various urban conditions.

Supervisi Humas dan Ketatausahaan Pendidikan

ABSTRACT
 The educational process is an interaction process that is carried out where the process aims to improve or add to the knowledge possessed by students. In addition, the educational process also aims to provide personality values ​​to students as well as life skills that are possible to have. To achieve this educational goal, the school cannot be separated from its relationship with the community. In a simple relationship can be interpreted as a process of communication. Or in other words a process of conveying news from one person to another. The community here can be in the form of parents, students, agencies or organizations in the community. Meanwhile, educational officials can be in the form of school principals, teachers, and staff related to the school. It can be concluded that the relationship between the school (educational apparatus) and the community is based on cooperation, not one-sided, but a reciprocal relationship in order to achieve the expected educational goals. Administration is a part of the school that functions as a support for teaching and learning activities so that they run smoothly according to what has been planned and can be achieved as desired. With the development of the era that is now better known as the era of globalization, administrative functions must be improved. Administration is important because administration can help and facilitate other subsystems such as student affairs, curriculum, personnel administration, and others

A Case Study on Records Management Practices of the Open University of Sri Lanka

Records management plays a significant role in universities in effectively delivering programmes for the students, carrying out research activities, and performing all the administrative functions of the University while ensuring the quality of those services and operations. The study was carried out at the Open University of Sri Lanka with the main objective of evaluating the current records management practices adopted by the Open University of Sri Lanka and suggesting potential improvements needed for enhancing the effectiveness of records management practices. The study used the life cycle model in discussing records management procedures adopted by the Open University of Sri Lanka in its service delivery. The qualitative research method was used, taking both primary and secondary data. The primary data were mainly collected through observations and personnel experiences, and secondary data were obtained from internal university records. The study documented the records management practices followed by the Open University of Sri Lanka in compliance with the records life cycle theory. The study detailed the records numbering system adopted by the Open University of Sri Lanka which is an essential process to retrieve records effectively for different institutional purposes. Lack of awareness and proper raining on records management practices among staff members, lack of adequate resources to support records management practices, inadequate documentation and accessibility to documents on records management policies, regulations of the university, and absence of online centralized records management practices are the main challenges faced by the university in performing records management practices. Based on the challenges, the study suggested several improvements needed to be initiated at the university level to ensure an effective records management process.

Analysis of the Administrative Guidance Function in the Enterprise Compliance

Enterprise compliance is a new governance mode for enterprises to be exempt from legal liability. Compared with criminal compliance, administrative compliance has more utilization space, but the practical application effect is not good. Starting from the perspective of enterprise administrative compliance, this paper examines the function of administrative guidance in enterprise compliance, in order to clarify the theoretical status of enterprise compliance administrative guidance, return to the encouragement mechanism of guiding compliance, and provide a Chinese-style solution path. This paper analyzes the meaning boundary of enterprise administrative compliance and administrative guidance through literature analysis and points out the shortcomings of compliance guidance through case analysis and comparative analysis. This paper proves that the basic principle of administrative guidance in enterprise compliance is flawed, and the effect of administrative guidance in the enterprise compliance field needs to improve the system and system completion.

Work-life balance and self-reported health of employees during the COVID- 19 pandemic: A case of a state university in the Philippines

This research attempts to investigate the work-life balance and self-reported health of Northern Iloilo State University (NISU) employees in Iloilo, Philippines, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Employing a descriptive survey with a correlational design, an adapted survey questionnaire was administered across the seven campuses of NISU. Statistical analyses encompassed mean and standard deviation calculations, t-tests, One-Way ANOVA, and Pearson’s r correlations. The study revealed that work-life balance, particularly in categories such as social wellness and emotional wellness, was consistently rated as "Very Good" across different variables (Age, Sex, and Administrative Function). Self-reported health, with categories encompassing excessive work demand, professional growth, role clarity, age, sex, and administrative functions, was generally perceived as "Good." Intriguingly, the findings demonstrated insignificance in social wellness and emotional wellness categories when considering various factors. However, there was significance noted in terms of emotional wellness concerning sex, while administrative function appeared not to be a significant factor for either social wellness or emotional wellness. The study underscores the significance of key officials' support during the pandemic and advocates for the establishment of mechanisms to assist faculty and staff in adapting to the evolving challenges of these times. Work-life balance and self-reported health emerged as significant factors, with a notable correlation between self-reported health and work-life balance (r = 0.581, Sig = 0.000).