The Ability Of The Village Government In Managing The Village Fund Allocation (ADD) (Case Study: Amplas Village, Percut Sei Tuan District, Deli Serdang Regency In 2018)

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The Ability of the Village Government in Managing the Village Fund Allocation (ADD): A Case Study of Amplas Village, Percut Sei Tuan District, Deli Serdang Regency in 2018

Introduction

The Village Fund Allocation (ADD) is a vital source of funding for village governments in Indonesia, providing essential resources for community development projects. However, the effective management of ADD is crucial to ensure that these funds are utilized efficiently and beneficially for the community. This study aims to investigate the ability of the Amplas Village Government in managing the ADD in 2018, with a focus on the planning, implementation, reporting, and accountability aspects.

Background

The Amplas Village Government, located in Percut Sei Tuan District, Deli Serdang Regency, has been receiving ADD funds since 2018. The village government has been responsible for managing these funds, which are allocated for various community development projects. However, the effectiveness of ADD management in Amplas Village has been a subject of concern, with reports of inefficiencies and lack of transparency in the management process.

Methodology

This study employed a qualitative descriptive research method, involving data collection through observation, interviews, and the study of documents and archives. The data was collected from various sources, including the Amplas Village Government, the Village Consultative Body (BPD), and community members. The data was analyzed to identify the strengths and weaknesses of the ADD management process in Amplas Village.

Results

The results of this study showed that the Amplas Village Government has made significant progress in terms of administration, with an increase in the ability to manage ADD funds from year to year. However, there are still several shortcomings in the ADD management process, including:

  • High community trust: The Amplas Village community has full trust in the village government, which can lead to a lack of control and supervision of the use of ADD funds.
  • Optimal supervision: The supervision of the Supervisory Team for the use of ADD funds has not been running optimally, resulting in a lack of transparency and accountability in ADD management.
  • Limited human resources: The lack of human resources in the Amplas Village Office is the main factor that hampers the performance of village officials in managing ADD optimally.

Further Analysis

Although the administrative capability of Amplas Village shows an increase, there are still several important aspects that need to be improved. The following are some of the key areas that require attention:

  • Planning:
    • Community participation: Increasing community participation in planning the use of ADD is very important. The community needs to be actively involved in determining development priorities and programs that are in accordance with their needs.
    • BPD involvement: The role of the Village Consultative Body (BPD) as a supervisor and director in ADD planning needs to be strengthened.
    • Transparency: The application of transparency in the ADD planning process, such as through the Village Deliberation Forum and program publications, can increase accountability and public trust.
  • Implementation:
    • Competency improvement: Training and capacity building for village officials regarding ADD management is very important to improve the professionalism and effectiveness of program implementation.
    • Monitoring and Evaluation System: The application of structured monitoring and evaluation systems can help in monitoring program implementation and ensuring the achievement of set targets.
    • Cooperation with other parties: Increasing coordination and cooperation with related parties, such as the Village Community Empowerment Office, can help in solving problems and increasing the effectiveness of program implementation.
  • Reporting and Accountability:
    • Reporting standardization: A clear and structured reporting of reporting standards will facilitate the process of monitoring and evaluation and accountability to the community.
    • Information disclosure: Increasing information disclosure regarding the use of ADD to the public through village websites, public information boards, and other media can improve public accountability and trust.

Conclusion

The ability of the Amplas Village Government to manage ADD still has space to be improved. By increasing community participation, strengthening the role of BPD, increasing the competence of village officials, and implementing structured monitoring and evaluation systems, ADD management in Amplas Village can be more effective and beneficial to the community. In addition, it is essential to build a strong transparency and accountability system to increase public confidence in ADD management.

Recommendations

Based on the findings of this study, the following recommendations are made:

  • The Amplas Village Government should increase community participation in planning the use of ADD funds.
  • The role of the Village Consultative Body (BPD) as a supervisor and director in ADD planning should be strengthened.
  • Training and capacity building for village officials regarding ADD management should be provided to improve the professionalism and effectiveness of program implementation.
  • A structured monitoring and evaluation system should be implemented to monitor program implementation and ensure the achievement of set targets.
  • Information disclosure regarding the use of ADD to the public should be increased through village websites, public information boards, and other media.

By implementing these recommendations, the Amplas Village Government can improve the effectiveness of ADD management and increase public confidence in the use of these funds.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the Ability of the Village Government in Managing the Village Fund Allocation (ADD)

Q: What is the Village Fund Allocation (ADD)?

A: The Village Fund Allocation (ADD) is a source of funding provided by the government to village governments in Indonesia, which is used for community development projects.

Q: What is the purpose of this study?

A: The purpose of this study is to investigate the ability of the Amplas Village Government in managing the Village Fund Allocation (ADD) in 2018, with a focus on the planning, implementation, reporting, and accountability aspects.

Q: What are the main findings of this study?

A: The main findings of this study are that the Amplas Village Government has made significant progress in terms of administration, but there are still several shortcomings in the ADD management process, including high community trust, optimal supervision, and limited human resources.

Q: What are the key areas that need to be improved in the ADD management process?

A: The key areas that need to be improved in the ADD management process are:

  • Planning: increasing community participation, strengthening the role of BPD, and increasing transparency
  • Implementation: improving the competence of village officials, implementing a structured monitoring and evaluation system, and increasing coordination and cooperation with related parties
  • Reporting and Accountability: standardizing reporting, increasing information disclosure, and improving public accountability and trust

Q: What are the recommendations for improving the ADD management process?

A: The recommendations for improving the ADD management process are:

  • Increasing community participation in planning the use of ADD funds
  • Strengthening the role of the Village Consultative Body (BPD) as a supervisor and director in ADD planning
  • Providing training and capacity building for village officials regarding ADD management
  • Implementing a structured monitoring and evaluation system
  • Increasing information disclosure regarding the use of ADD to the public

Q: What are the implications of this study for the Amplas Village Government and the community?

A: The implications of this study for the Amplas Village Government and the community are that the village government needs to improve its ability to manage ADD funds effectively, which will lead to better community development outcomes and increased public confidence in the use of these funds.

Q: What are the limitations of this study?

A: The limitations of this study are that it is a case study of a single village government, and the findings may not be generalizable to other village governments in Indonesia.

Q: What are the future research directions based on this study?

A: The future research directions based on this study are to conduct a comparative study of ADD management in different village governments, to investigate the impact of ADD management on community development outcomes, and to explore the role of technology in improving ADD management.