Journal of Local Government Issues
Vol. 8 No. 1 (2025): March

Determinants of Zakat Management Policy Implementation in Enrekang Regency

Yunus Busa (Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang, Indonesia)
Loes Witteveen (Research Center of Communication, Participation and Social Ecological Learning (CoPSEL), Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences, the Netherlands.)
Elihami Elihami (Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang, Indonesia)
Nurdin Nurdin (Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang, Indonesia)
Masnur Masnur (Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang, Indonesia)
Dian Anugrah (Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
25 Mar 2025

Abstract

This study examines the determinant factors influencing implementing zakat management policies in Enrekang Regency. Employing a descriptive qualitative method, the research adopts an explanatory phenomenological approach to explore and interpret zakat management's causal and chronological dimensions. Data were collected through interviews, field observations, and documentation analysis using instruments such as interview guides, observation sheets, and document review protocols. The NVivo 12 Plus software assisted in data organization and interpretation. This findings indicate that several key factors significantly affect zakat policy implementation: government support, public awareness and trust in zakat institutions, the professionalism of zakat managers (amil), community religiosity, understanding of zakat regulations, inclusive socialization efforts in rural areas, comprehensive zakat implementation mechanisms, adaptability of information systems, local culture of sharing, and transparency of the UPZ (zakat collecting unit). These elements interact to shape the effectiveness of zakat governance, particularly in the digital era, where zakat institutions are increasingly required to integrate digital-based systems and respond to evolving information needs. The research highlights the necessity for BAZNAS and related stakeholders to enhance digital literacy, technological adaptation, and community engagement to improve zakat services.    

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Journal Info

Abbrev

LOGOS

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Subject

Social Sciences

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The LOGOS accepts article drafts in the field of local government issues. Papers with following topics (but not limited to): Public Policy, Policy of City Management, Legislation Processes, Disaster Management, Social Movement, Conflict Management, Social Empowerment, and Local Elites of Political ...