Human Resource Capacity Building Research Articles

Implementasi Sistem Informasi Manajemen Dalam Mendukung Pelayanan Administrasi

This study examines the implementation of Management Information Systems (MIS) in supporting administrative services at MA Miftahul Ulum Cermenan Ngoro Jombang. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, the research explores the complexities and dynamics of MIS implementation in an Islamic educational context. Data was collected through in-depth interviews, direct observations, and document analysis. The findings reveal significant progress in integrating information technology into various aspects of educational management and services, including teaching, administration, and facility management. The madrasah has demonstrated a commitment to improving operational efficiency and educational service quality through technological innovation. However, challenges persist, including gaps between planning and implementation, the need for IT infrastructure development, and human resource capacity building. In the context of Islamic education, MIS implementation opens opportunities to strengthen Islamic values and principles through technology while maintaining the essence of human interaction in education. The study concludes that successful MIS implementation at MA Miftahul Ulum depends on the institution's ability to address existing challenges, maintain focus on core educational objectives, and continuously adapt to evolving technological and educational needs. With a holistic and strategic approach, MA Miftahul Ulum has the potential to become a model of excellence in integrating modern technology with traditional Islamic educational values, creating an innovative and relevant learning environment in the digital era

Beyond diagnostic connectivity: Leveraging digital health technology for the real-time collection and provision of high-quality actionable data on infectious diseases in Uganda.

Automated data transmission from diagnostic instrument networks to a central database at the Ministries of Health has the potential of providing real-time quality data not only on diagnostic instrument performance, but also continuous disease surveillance and patient care. We aimed at sharing how a locally developed novel diagnostic connectivity solution channels actionable data from diagnostic instruments to the national dashboards for disease control in Uganda between May 2022 and May 2023. The diagnostic connectivity solution was successfully configured on a selected network of multiplexing diagnostic instruments at 260 sites in Uganda, providing a layered access of data. Of these, 909,674 test results were automatically collected from 269 "GeneXpert" machines, 5597 test results from 28 "Truenat" and >12,000 were from 3 digital x-ray devices to different stakeholder levels to ensure optimal use of data for their intended purpose. The government and relevant stakeholders are empowered with usable and actionable data from the diagnostic instruments. The successful implementation of the diagnostic connectivity solution depended on some key operational strategies namely; sustained internet connectivity and short message services, stakeholder engagement, a strong in-country laboratory coordination network, human resource capacity building, establishing a network for the diagnostic instruments, and integration with existing health data collection tools. Poor bandwidth at some locations was a major hindrance for the successful implementation of the connectivity solution. Maintaining stakeholder engagement at the clinical level is key for sustaining diagnostic data connectivity. The locally developed diagnostic connectivity solution as a digital health technology offers the chance to collect high-quality data on a number of parameters for disease control, including error analysis, thereby strengthening the quality of data from the networked diagnostic sites to relevant stakeholders.

Increasing the Human Resources Capacity of the LazisMu Pajangan Service Office

Along with the development of the Muhammadiyah organisation, especially the Muhammadiyah Branch Leadership in Pajangan, it was only natural for organisational management and human resource capacity building to be enhanced. Since before the pandemic, the Muhammadiyah organisation in the Pajangan area has been rapidly growing, with one of the developments being the emergence of autonomous Muhammadiyah organisations. Some autonomous organisations that had begun to emerge include the Muhammadiyah Youth, LazisMu, and Nasiyatul Aisiyah. Therefore, competent human resources were needed to develop these organisations, one of which was at the LazisMu Pajangan Office. This community service activity would utilise the Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) approach, which involves community participation in the development process of an activity. The activities to be carried out in this regard included conducting group discussion forums, providing training for the LazisMu Service Office managers, upgrading financial management with direct guidance from the LazisMu Regional Office in Bantul, and branding the service office through social media. The activity was conducted from January to March 2023, and the training participants were approximately eight daily managers of the LazisMu service office in Pajangan. Based on the community service activity results, it could be concluded that the LazisMu service office managers in Pajangan understood how to manage administration in the service office. This was because the training provided positively impacted the office managers, especially in understanding the flow and administration bookkeeping in LazisMu services.

Perceived barriers and opportunities of providing quality family planning services among Palestinian midwives, physicians and nurses in the West Bank: a qualitative study

BackgroundDespite advancements in family planning (FP) services, several barriers persist in the Occupied Palestinian territory (oPt), blocking women’s access to suitable, high-quality and equitable FP services. The aim of this study was to understand how healthcare providers perceive their abilities, barriers and opportunities in providing good quality FP services. Furthermore, it seeks to explore knowledge and training regarding FP among healthcare providers engaged in providing FP services.MethodsA qualitative study was undertaken from August to September 2022 in seven Primary Health Care (PHC) clinics distributed in three governorates and operating under the Palestinian Ministry of Health (MoH) in the West Bank. Semi-structured, in-depth face-to-face interviews were conducted with 13 health providers (Physicians, midwives and nurses), using an interview guide in Arabic language. Transcripts were subsequently analyzed using the six phases of reflexive thematic analysis.ResultsFP services face various challenges, including shortages in resources such as staff, supplies, infrastructures and FP methods. Midwives possess significant potentials to offer accessible, high-quality, efficient and equitable FP services, yet, their capacities remain underutilized, representing a missed opportunity for a country like Palestine. The study provided a current overview of FP services while illustrating the need for quality FP services and the need for an updated continuous education and training, updated standardized guidelines and protocols and supportive supervision are needed across all levels of healthcare providers. Finally, providers reported a wide range of structural barriers to FP services.ConclusionsIt is crucial to meticulously address both community-related and health system factors to enhance the fulfillment of FP needs and reduce unintended and closely spaced pregnancies. Policymakers should invest in the development of laws and regulations regarding FP services, promoting a comprehensive and holistic approach to FP services. This includes formulating supportive policies, capacity building of human resources and maintaining security of FP commodities.

Inclement Entrepreneurial Gaps in Community Wildlife Management Business Model: A Case of Mbarang’andu and Tunduru Wmas in Southern Tanzania

Purpose: This study examined entrepreneurial gaps in Mbarang’andu and Tunduru Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) since their establishment during the 5 years of business plan operations and implications thereafter. Design/Methodology/Approach: The population of this study was five WMAs that formed the cases for the study, and for the case of WMA leaders, the population was 40 leaders. The sample size for the WMAs selected as the cases for the study were two (2), Tunduru and Mbarang’andu purposefully selected. Further, the sample size for WMA leaders was 20 (50% of the population) purposefully selected. Descriptive analysis was used to summarise demographic and revenue data, and a Pearson Chi-square test was performed on the demographic data. A paired samples T-test was used to compare the required business start-up and available funds to reveal the equity gap in the two WMAs and compare the level of implementation of planned business activities in the two WMAs. Research Limitation: The research was limited to two WMAs and a small sample size since the client determined its size, given that this paper emanated from the consultancy project. Findings: Findings indicate that both WMAs have a high potential for carbon trading, photographic tourism, beekeeping, fish farming, and heritage tourism. The difference in the required funding and available funds for various expenditures in business start-ups was found to be statistically significant in both WMAs. The difference in the level of implementation of planned business activities was also found to be statistically significant in the two WMAs. Practical implications: To bridge the entrepreneurial gaps in the WMAs, proactive fundraising, diversification of income-generating activities, including carbon trading, human resource capacity building, and appropriate marketing of tourism and nature-based products are needed. Social Implications: The results of this research will form the basis for bridging entrepreneurial gaps in the WMAs, hence fueling optimal exploitation of entrepreneurial opportunities in wildlife that benefit the community at large in return. Originality: This paper is original; only some extracts were used in the conference proceedings for the University of Dodoma (UDOM) 2019. Its novelty is inclined to expose entrepreneurial gaps and the framework for bridging such gaps in wildlife businesses.

Learning Application Model of Head CT Scan Image Evaluation for Health Human Resource Capacity Building

Learning Application Model of Head CT Scan Image Evaluation for Health Human Resource Capacity Building

MSME Development Through Simple Bookkeeping, Financial Management and Internal Control Training

This research aims to develop MSMEs in Aek Songsongan Asahan Sub-district through training in simple bookkeeping, financial management, and internal control. This research uses a qualitative research design with a field study approach. Data were collected through interviews, observation, and evaluation. Data analysis used data triangulation, which combines data from various sources. The results showed that the training improved the efficiency and effectiveness of MSME operations, and promoted financial growth and stability. A more detailed discussion compares with previous studies in the last five years that show the positive impact of training in simple bookkeeping, financial management, and internal control on MSMEs. However, this study also explores aspects of sustainability and technology integration that have not been widely discussed in previous studies. This research makes an important contribution in developing MSMEs through human resource capacity building, particularly in the aspects of simple bookkeeping, financial management, and internal control.

Examination Malpractice and Human Resources Development in Nigeria: A Focus on Service Delivery

The paper interrogated the hydra-headed monster called examination malpractices and its devastating effects on human resources development with a special focus on service delivery. Descriptive analysis was adopted in this paper and data were sourced through secondary means from journal articles, magazines, newspapers, bulletins, lecture notes, diaries, and the Internet. Systems theory was adopted as a theoretical base of the study. Based on the review of relevant literature, the study revealed that examination malpractice tends to discourage the serious student from putting in their best, discredit certificates, lower productivity and performances, encourage bribery and corruption and lead to the production of quacks, thereby affecting the manpower needs and service delivery of the nation. The study further revealed that examination malpractice promotes square pegs in round holes as they lack the required knowledge and experience to carry out their assignment and professional duties effectively. The study concluded that there is a gap between certificates obtained by the graduates and capacity building of human resources and service delivery in Nigeria. Sequel to the findings, the study recommended among others, that sound educational policy should be put in place to de-emphasize the supremacy of certificates over skills, knowledge and professional competence and students should be made to understand and appreciate hard work, dedication and commitment to studies. Finally, the remuneration of teachers, invigilators and supervisors should be attractive to enable them to give their best to discourage taking bribes.

Upaya Bersama Meningkatkan Kapasitas Sumber Daya Manusia dengan Pemahaman Literasi Hukum

Capacity building of human resources through legal literacy understanding in Muktiwari Village aims to provide insights and comprehension in the areas of law and human rights, population administration, and protection of children and women from domestic violence. The legal education provided is expected to enhance legal literacy. The target audience for this activity is approximately 40 members of the Muktiwari Village community. The method used will be through lectures, case examples, and interactive Q&A sessions. Participants in this Community Service activity can benefit by gaining knowledge about (1) human rights as residents of Indonesia, a country governed by the rule of law, (2) the procedures and importance of handling and possessing documentation related to population administration in social and economic life, and (3) being aware of and understanding the actions to be taken by women and children experiencing domestic violence.

Maternal and child oral health barriers and solutions: Case studies from South Africa, Brazil, and Indonesia.

The World Federation of Public Health Associations (WFPHA) has introduced a maternal oral health framework and launched its Global Maternal and Child Oral Health Initiative, advocating for maternal and child health as a strategic entry point for oral health to be integrated into primary healthcare systems. This article delves into maternal oral health initiatives in South Africa, Brazil, and Indonesia, exploring challenges and proposing context-specific solutions aligned with the WFPHA maternal oral health framework and its Global Maternal and Child Oral Health Initiative. The apartheid legacy in South Africa has led to the gross health inequalities, including oral health disparities characterized by maldistribution of dental facilities and dental professionals in the public sector. The proposed objectives focus on effective leadership, human resource capacity building, and integration of maternal and child oral health policy into existing health policies. Brazil faces challenges in reaching pregnant women, especially pregnant teens, due to workforce shortages. Brazil's Oral Health National Program mandates all pregnant women undergo at least one dental appointment, but a shortage of oral health teams persists and impedes timely access to dental care during pregnancy. Dental students' outreach to vulnerable pregnant teens can enhance the future oral health workforce's sensitivity to maternal oral health matters. In Indonesia, the Antenatal Care Innovative (iANC) Project has introduced a co-training model for midwives and oral health professionals addressing oral health needs of mothers and their spouses and fostering a comprehensive understanding of the interplay between oral health and maternal well-being. These country cases demonstrate the importance of tailored policies, health promotion, and care delivery interventions in maternal oral health. All cases highlight the importance of workforce training and distribution, fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration and future oral health workforce who can promote health beyond treatment delivery.

"Nothing without connection"-Participant perspectives and experiences of mentorship in capacity building in Timor-Leste.

The literature on mentorship approaches to capacity building in global health is limited. Likewise, there are few qualitative studies that describe mentorship in capacity building in global health from the perspective of the mentors and mentees. This qualitative study examined the perspectives and experiences of participants involved in a program of health capacity building in Timor-Leste that was based on a side-by-side, in-country mentorship approach. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 23 participants (including Timorese and expatriate mentors, and local Timorese colleagues) from across a range of professional health disciplines, followed by a series of member checking workshops. Findings were reviewed using inductive thematic analysis. Participants were included in review and refinement of themes. Four major themes were identified: the importance of trust and connection within the mentoring relationship; the side-by-side nature of the relationship (akompaña); mentoring in the context of external environmental challenges; and the need for the mentoring relationship to be dynamic and evolving, and aligned to a shared vision and goals. The importance of accompaniment (akompaña) as a key element of the mentoring relationship requires further exploration and study. Many activities in global health capacity building remain focused on provision of training, supervision, and supportive supervision of competent task performance. Viewed through a decolonising lens, there is an imperative for global health actors to align with local priorities and goals, and work alongside individuals supporting them in their vision to become independent leaders of their professions. We propose that placing mentoring relationships at the centre of human resource capacity building programs encourages deep learning, and is more likely to lead to long term, meaningful and sustainable change.

Management System in Strengthening Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Institutions in the Child Friendly City Program in Makassar

The aim of the research is to strengthen the Women's Empowerment and Child Protection institution in the child-friendly city program in Makassar from management system indicators. This research method uses qualitative methods. The research results show that the role of management is also very important in measuring institutional indicators because when talking about management we will of course always mention resources, budget and organizational culture. At the DP3A institution, human resource capacity building has begun to be carried out by involving and including in training or technical guidance for each staff in accordance with their field and main duties and functions. Meanwhile, in terms of financial management or what is usually called the budget, of course at DP3A it has been accommodated according to its function. Some are aimed at agendas or programs that relate to the KLA, some are aimed at increasing HR effectiveness such as training, and there are also activities related to policy making or the latest innovations.

From Today to Tomorrow: Leveraging Digital Health to Move toward Health for All.

This series of papers explores the concept of essential digital health for the underserved. Several cross-cutting themes are highlighted in this paper, for example: (1) harmonizing journeys of different patient groups to understand diverse perspectives; (2) engaging health professionals in interoperability, change management and health human resource capacity building; (3) ensuring harmonization of micro, meso and macro levels of health services delivery; and (4) integrating evaluation iteratively to enable continuous improvement and learning. Adopting a learning health system (LHS) approach facilitates iterative growth and evolution, incorporating concepts from the software industry, as well as participatory processes such as failing forward, developing ecosystems for collaboration and engagement of stakeholders. The example of HealthLink BC's 811 as a digital front door is used to demonstrate how an LHS approach can enable meaningful system change. We welcome further dialogues and discussion on existing and emerging examples of health system implementation approaches that can help our Canadian health systems move continuously and progressively closer toward the ultimate goal of Health for All (WHO 2023).

The Ratification of Indonesia-Australia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement: Investment Challenges and Opportunities

This article aims to conduct a more in-depth study of Indonesia's challenges and opportunities after the ratification of the 2020 Indonesia-Australia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, hereinafter referred to as IA-CEPA. IA-CEPA offers opportunities for investment, trade in goods and services, and human resource capacity building for both countries. The Indonesian government needs to accelerate the harmonization of national laws related to the substance of IA-CEPA so that no legal conflicts harm Indonesia's national and economic interests. This research applied normative or doctrinal research methods, collecting legal materials with literature studies, which were then analysed with descriptive analysis techniques to find solutions to the problems raised. The results show that IA-CEPA brings great opportunities for economic growth in both countries. With greater access to each other's markets and cuts in trade tariffs, this agreement can stimulate greater trade and investment. IA-CEPA provides incentives for both countries to diversify their investment sources. This can help reduce dependence on one particular country or region and increase economic resilience.

Technology In Elections: Unveiling The Potential And Challenges Of Elections With Evms In Pakistan

The emergence of technology has transformed every aspect of the contemporary world, and the electoral landscape is also benefiting from this transformation. Although new technologies are meant to make the electoral process more transparent and efficient, there are several challenges posed by this technological advancement, which may also adversely affect the results of elections. This research has been carried out to analyze the potential and challenges linked with Electronic Voting Machines (EVM) and the technological impact of EVM. Quantitative research has been conducted using a case study research design focusing on Pakistan. Special attention has been given to the use of EVM in India and Brazil to know the technological impact of the adoption of EVM in Pakistan. An expert sampling method has been used to get the insights and opinions of electoral and technological experts through a survey. The findings of this research highlight the significance of EVM in ensuring the efficiency of the electoral process, including fast results and an error-free polling process. Two distinct factors have been fetched using Factor Analysis concerning security apprehensions of EVM, such as hacking and manipulation issues, as challenges in the implementation of EVM. Contrary to this, special measures have been identified, like public awareness of technology and capacity building of human and infrastructure resources to achieve uninterrupted implementation of EVM. The findings further underscore the technological advancement with a need for robust security measures, easy-to-use interfaces of EVM, and regular security and audit enhancement of EVM machines to successfully implement EVM. The research promotes an understanding of the abilities of EVMs to promote legitimate elections. It guides lawmakers and the Election Commission of Pakistan on properly utilizing this technology. The paper claims that the intentional adoption and skillful oversight of EVMs can significantly enhance the reliability and efficiency of electoral processes, hence strengthening democracy.

Challenges of innovation development based on smart specializations in the context of human resource capacity building – on the example of hydrogen technology companies

Challenges of innovation development based on smart specializations in the context of human resource capacity building – on the example of hydrogen technology companies

An exploration of participants’ views and experiences of cultural museums and their challenges

Cultural museums have always been considered guardians of culture, promoting the core concepts of cultural preservation and conservation. This paper delves into the challenges faced by two cultural museums from various perspectives and examines the transformation of museums in supporting Papuan culture through values centered on conservation and preservation, as gleaned from the experiences and views of the participants. This study is qualitative research that employs an interpretive strategy, with participants including museum personnel, cultural agencies in Papua Province, academics, and teachers from Cenderawasih University. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, field observations, and literature studies. The study identified three themes: (1) Collection and space management, (2) Museum image, and (3) Capacity building and moral responsibility of human resources. To enhance cultural services, the study suggests that museums in Papua need to focus on strengthening collection management, enhancing visitor convenience, and providing increased staff support in the cultural field.

Mapping of Regional Strategic Issues in The Development Planning Documents (Case Study in Central Java)

In 2020, 21 regencies/cities (out of 35 regions) in Central Java will hold regional head elections. One of the consequences will be the preparation of the Regional Medium Term Development Plan (RPJMD) for the 2021-2026 period. The RPJMD was compiled during the Covid-19 pandemic, as well as the strengthening of other global issues such as the industrial revolution 4.0, society 5.0, advances in information technology, disruption and vulnerability to global economic crises, and food and energy issues. This research focuses on formulating strategic issues in the RPJMD document for the 21 regions to understand the framework, formulation process, and priority of strategic issues. This research is a descriptive study through a qualitative approach and is applied with practical purposes using desk study techniques. The research subjects were the RPJMD documents of 21 selected regencies/cities, especially in regional strategic issues. Data processing is done by classification technique, and data analysis is done by content analysis technique. The study results show that the strategic issues of concern are general, almost the same as the previous planning documents, such as bureaucratic reform, human resource capacity building, poverty (and unemployment), infrastructure, economic growth, and environmental natural resources. Some regions also place popular actual issues such as the Covd-19 pandemic and its recovery, the industrial revolution, smart cities, and SDGs, and only a small number of regions raise specific issues such as investment, village development, innovation, information technology, or sectoral issues such as agriculture, tourism, creative industries. This study concludes that the process of formulating strategic issues is still normative procedural, and general in nature, with a dominant technocratic approach, and needs to accommodate actual local issues and community discourse or aspirations. Formulating strategic issues also has no relation to regional development issues, more accommodating global, national issues and other planning documents without in-depth analysis.

Empowerment and human resource capacity building in Homestay Village Borobudur, Magelang

This community service aims to enhance competency and skills in hospitality and housekeeping to improve the quality of homestay village services in Ngaran II hamlet. The implementation method involves several stages, namely socialization, training, and assistance in hospitality and housekeeping, as well as the establishment of a Tourism Information Center (TIC). The results of this program include fostering a spirit of improvement among homestay managers and enhancing the skills of homestay managers in hospitality and housekeeping.

Kajian Faktor Kinerja Sumber Daya Manusia Kontraktor Terhadap Kualitas Mutu Pekerjaan Proyek Kontruksi Jalan di Kota Sungai Penuh

Infrastructure development in the regions is the key to creating an advanced and prosperous society, with a focus on road infrastructure as the engine of economic growth. In Sungaipuh City, the implementation of human resources in road construction projects from 2018-2022 has not been optimal. Of the 60 projects reviewed, around 50 projects demonstrated inadequate quality of human resource performance. The aim of the research is to explore human resource performance factors that influence project quality and strategies to improve them. The results show 37 variables that affect performance, including motivation, experience, compensation, human resource management, loyalty, discipline, work environment, competency, and capacity building and corporate image. This last factor has the greatest influence. To improve performance, the strategy includes comprehensive training, identification of training needs, selection of participants, application of technology in training, collaboration between stakeholders, overcoming employee turnover, and efficient budget management.