International Journal of Demos
Volume 7 Issue 4 (2025)

The Role of the Sub-district Head in Realizing Good Governance in the Cikeusik Sub-district Government, Pandeglang Regency

Sugiyatno Sugiyatno (Departement of Public Administration, Banten Raya College of Social and Political Sciences (STISIP))
Widyanani Widyanani (Departement of Public Administration, Banten Raya College of Social and Political Sciences (STISIP))
Sri Mulyani (Departement of Public Administration, Banten Raya College of Social and Political Sciences (STISIP))



Article Info

Publish Date
15 Dec 2025

Abstract

This study examines the role of the Sub-district Head (*Camat*) in realizing Good Governance within village-level administration and explores forms of synergy with stakeholders in Cikeusik Sub-district. The research addresses the following questions: how the Sub-district Head—as the head of the local administration—fulfills the role of realizing good governance; what options are selected to achieve this; and what forms of synergy are established. A qualitative research approach was employed, utilizing data collection methods such as interviews, documentation review, and observation. The study uses Good Governance theory as its analytical framework. The findings indicate that: 1) The Sub-district Head holds roles, duties, and authority regarding the management, guidance, and regulation of sub-district administration; consequently, the Head bears responsibility for realizing good governance in Cikeusik Sub-district through village community participation, transparency regarding performance, and full accountability in their role as the head of administration; and 2) The Sub-district Head must also be capable of fostering synergy with village-level stakeholders. This is evidenced by collaborative efforts with the village community in development projects, such as the construction of irrigation channels. It is concluded that the current Sub-district Head of Cikeusik is actively attempting to implement Good Governance principles within the sub-district administration, evidenced by improved services and administrative processes under their leadership, as well as the synergy established within the bureaucratic environment. Keywords: Sub-district Head (*Camat*), Good Governance, Government, Sub-district

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ijd-demos

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Religion Humanities Education Environmental Science Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice Social Sciences Other

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International Journal of Demos (IJD) is an open access, and peer-reviewed journal. IJD try to disseminate current and original articles from researchers and practitioners on various contemporary social and political issues: citizenship, civil society movement, environmental issues, gender politics ...