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The Influence of Candidate Figures and Perception of Leadership Quality on Electa-bility in The Regional Head Election of DKI Jakarta Tjahjadi, Syony
Eduvest - Journal of Universal Studies Vol. 4 No. 3 (2024): Journal Eduvest - Journal of Universal Studies
Publisher : Green Publisher Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59188/eduvest.v4i3.1144

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The election of regional leaders is an important agenda in the democratic system in Indonesia, which has significant implications for the direction of policies and development in a region. This research examines the influence of candidate figures and perceptions of leadership quality on electability in the Jakarta Regional Head Election, considering the complexity of issues and high development challenges in the area. This study uses a quantitative approach by distributing questionnaires to 85 respondents who are samples of the Jakarta community eligible to vote. The measured variables include candidate figures, perceptions of leadership quality, and electability. Data analysis is conducted using Partial Least Squares - Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) through the Smart PLS software. The research findings indicate that credibility does not have a significant influence on the electability of leaders, while capability and perceptions of leadership have a positive and significant influence. Perceptions of leadership have the greatest influence on the electability of leaders compared to other factors. These findings indicate that the people of Jakarta prioritize the capabilities of potential leaders, which include educational background, professional experience, and organizational involvement. However, the most influential factor is a positive perception of leadership, including the vision, mission, competence, and integrity of potential leaders.
Political Capital, Social Networks, and Electoral Leadership: Explaining Non-Party Candidate Success in Jakarta’s Local Elections Tjahjadi, Syony; Labolo, Muhadam; Nurdin, Nurliah; Megandaru, Megandaru
Ilomata International Journal of Management Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): April 2026
Publisher : Yayasan Sinergi Kawula Muda

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61194/ijjm.v7i2.2262

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Since the introduction of direct regional head elections in Jakarta in 2007, no incumbent governor has successfully secured a second term. This pattern indicates a unique electoral dynamic where candidates who are not strongly rooted in political party structures can compete effectively. This study examines the factors behind the victory of a non-party candidate in the 2017 Jakarta gubernatorial election and discusses its implications for political party recruitment. Using a qualitative case study approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews, observation, and document analysis involving 20 informants, including political elites, campaign team members, academics, and community leaders. The analysis applies Pierre Bourdieu's theory of capital to understand how political, social, and economic capital interact in electoral competition. The findings show that electoral success is no longer determined solely by party machinery but by the strategic combination of different forms of capital. Among these, social capital such as public trust, community networks, and shared identity play a particularly important role in mobilizing voter support. The study concludes that success in local elections depends on the dynamic interaction between political, social, and economic capital. Based on these findings, the study proposes a preliminary framework for political party recruitment that emphasizes candidate performance and the development of social capital as key elements for strengthening democratic leadership.