Policy-Thought Models to Create a Good Development and Local Governance

Abstract

The issue of government governance is one of the most fundamental problems in the government bureaucracy. Until now, this problem has yet to end, especially at the local government level, as a result, the classic effects of this problem have not disappeared, ranging from corruption, poor public services, fragmentation of authority, collusion, nepotism, and low public trust. against the government. The method used in this research is a qualitative research method that is descriptive-analytic. As for the stages of the research, it begins with mapping the problems of local government governance, formulating strategic policy thinking lines, and mapping solutions with an emphasis on the leadership aspect. The results of his research are that in solving governance problems, there are two concepts of policy thinking flow, namely the conceptual (governance) line of thought, which focuses on aspects of meritocracy, performance budgeting system, effectiveness, efficiency, transparency, equity, and work indicators. Meanwhile, the second policy mindset is the political mindset (infrastructure) whose output focuses on public trust, legacy, and recognition. To carry out these two lines of thought, the emphasis is on the leadership aspect. The leadership aspect in question focuses on a problem-solving-based leadership approach.