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Otoritas : Jurnal Ilmu Pemerintahan
ISSN : 20883706     EISSN : 25029320     DOI : http://doi.org/10.26618/ojip
Core Subject : Social,
Otoritas : Jurnal Ilmu Pemerintahan, with registered number ISSN 2088-3706 (Print), ISSN 2502-9320 (Online) is a Peer-reviewed journal published twice a year in April and October by Department of Governmental Science, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Muhammadiyah University of Makassar in collaboration with Muhammadiyah’s College Association of Governmental Science (AIPPTM) and Asia Pacific Society for Public Affairs. It aims to publish research articles in the field of Politics and Governmental Science and its related issues.
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The existence of bureaucratic network governance in optimizing the role of districts institution Monintja, Donald K.; Kimbal, Alfon; Kumayas, Neni; Bataha, Katerina
Otoritas : Jurnal Ilmu Pemerintahan Vol. 15 No. 3 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26618/x5y6sz83

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This study aims to analyze the existence of bureaucratic network governance in optimizing the role of district institutions in Kumelembuai District, South Minahasa Regency. The change in the status of the sub-district as a regional apparatus, following Law Number 23 of 2014, has shifted the sub-district's functions toward greater coordination. However, the district remains an important node in the delivery of government services, public services, and community empowerment. This research uses a qualitative approach, employing case study methods that include observation, interviews, and documentation. The study's results show that limited authority, a lack of human resources, and weak coordination across sectors are the main obstacles to optimizing district institutions. However, there are local initiatives, such as the appointment of district staff as acting village heads, that demonstrate leadership potential and adaptability in the bureaucracy. This research emphasizes the importance of strengthening governance within the bureaucratic network through training, competency adjustments, and broader delegation of authority. These findings are expected to make a significant contribution to formulating policies that strengthen district institutional capacity in the era of regional autonomy.
Negotiating power and tradition: local political elites and the pursuit of sustainable rural development in Gorontalo, Indonesia Apris Ara Tilome; Andi Asrifan
Otoritas : Jurnal Ilmu Pemerintahan Vol. 15 No. 3 (2025): December 2025
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Rural development in Indonesia after decentralization is influenced not only by formal state institutions but also by traditional authorities. This study aims to analyze how local political elites in Gorontalo negotiate power and legitimacy through interactions between elected officials and traditional leaders in rural development management. This research uses a qualitative approach with data collection techniques through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and document analysis in three districts in Gorontalo. The findings show that political elites strategically utilize traditional rituals and kinship networks to consolidate power and garner community support, while traditional leaders maintain their influence by mediating access to state resources. These interactions create hybrid governance that both facilitates and constrains inclusive rural growth. Empirically, this study enriches rural sociology by describing how informal institutions remain embedded in local governance, while theoretically contributing to elite studies by linking symbolic authority to development outcomes. The study concludes that effective rural development policies require not only institutional reform but also critical engagement with cultural mechanisms of legitimacy. In line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 1 (No Poverty), SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities), and SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions), the integration of traditional leaders into rural development governance must be accompanied by a framework of accountability to ensure the equitable distribution of resources and the protection of marginalized groups.
Discourse analysis of online media on the haze disaster due to forest fires in Jambi, Indonesia Pratama Jati, Galuh; Husein, Rahmawati
Otoritas : Jurnal Ilmu Pemerintahan Vol. 15 No. 3 (2025): December 2025
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Forest fire–induced haze remains a recurring ecological crisis in Indonesia, yet limited attention has been given to how online media frame local government responses and shape public understanding of such disasters. This study aims to analyze the portrayal of the Jambi local government in online media coverage of the haze crisis, with a particular focus on crisis management narratives and the representation of key actors involved. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, this research employs NVivo 12 Plus to conduct a discourse-oriented analysis of news articles published by four major Indonesian online media outlets—Detiknews.com, Kompas.com, CNNIndonesia.com, and Liputan6.com. The findings reveal that the haze disaster in Jambi was predominantly framed through five key sectors: education, transportation, economy, environment, and health. Liputan6.com emphasized environmental and economic impacts, Kompas.com focused primarily on health-related issues, Detiknews.com highlighted educational disruptions, and CNNIndonesia.com concentrated on public health concerns. Across all platforms, the haze crisis was consistently framed as a provincial emergency caused by forest and land fires, with frequent emphasis on deteriorating air quality and the involvement of cross-sector actors in disaster response policies. This study contributes to media discourse analysis by demonstrating how sector-specific framing creates fragmented narratives that may influence public perception and policy prioritization in local disaster governance.      
Affordable housing policy: implications and prospects for low-income communities in Indonesia Syafhendry, Syafhendry; Wijaya, Mendra; Aziz, Abdul; Wardana, Data
Otoritas : Jurnal Ilmu Pemerintahan Vol. 15 No. 3 (2025): December 2025
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The inconsistency between Law No. 1 of 2011 on Housing and Settlement Areas and Law No. 23 of 2014 on Regional Government has led to challenges in managing housing and settlement affairs, particularly with the introduction of the Workers' Housing Savings Scheme. This policy mandates workers to contribute to a housing savings program to facilitate home ownership. However, housing and settlement issues are considered mandatory public services, as the state is responsible for fulfilling the basic needs of its citizens. This article employs a qualitative research methodology, utilizing literature studies and policy document analysis to examine the role of local governments in implementing affordable housing provisions within the central government's national housing program. The findings indicate that existing housing policies, particularly, have not effectively addressed the housing needs of workers, as the financial burden of regular contributions or salary deductions is significant. Although government housing programs are designed to support homeownership, they have become an additional financial burden rather than a viable solution. On the other hand, various government subsidy programs, such as the One Million Houses Program, have shown positive results in providing affordable housing. This collaborative initiative between the government and housing developers aims to accelerate housing construction, demonstrating a growing trend in addressing the housing backlog. The article concludes that optimizing existing government housing programs and policies is crucial for enhancing housing accessibility and alleviating the financial burden on low-income workers.    
A decade of academic merit decline: policy and institutional practices in conferring honorary professorships at Indonesian universities (2014–2024) Chariro , Naimatul; Maler, Wani; Fitriana , Desy; Ikomatussuniah, Ikomatussuniah; Mudzakkir, Moh
Otoritas : Jurnal Ilmu Pemerintahan Vol. 15 No. 3 (2025): December 2025
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This study examines the dynamics of policy and institutional practices in conferring honorary professorships in Indonesian higher education institutions from 2014 to 2024. Using  qualitative document analysis, it critically analyzes regulatory frameworks, institutional decision-making processes, and the competing institutional logics—drawing explicitly on the Institutional Logics Perspective—that shape the awarding of honorary professorships. The findings reveal a sharp rise in the conferral of honorary titles following the issuance of Ministry of Education and Culture Regulation No. 38/2021. However, the practice remains dominated by political rather than academic considerations, as most recipients are politicians or public officials, reflecting the influence of political and market logics over academic and professional standards. The study also highlights regulatory ambiguities and weak enforcement mechanisms that facilitate transactional practices and undermine institutional credibility, alongside persistent gender disparities marked by the limited representation of female recipients. The research argues for a critical reassessment of existing regulations and stronger, transparent, and academically grounded procedures. Its findings contribute to broader discussions on higher education governance in Indonesia and offer conceptual relevance for international debates on honorary titles, especially regarding tensions between academic integrity, institutional reputation, and political influence. The study calls for universities to balance public image considerations with academic merit to ensure that honorary professorships reflect genuine contributions to science, education, and society.
Strategy for integrating data on demographic to accelerate digital transformation in Makassar City, Indonesia Achmad, Mansyur; Sartika, Ika; rahmadany, andi fitri
Otoritas : Jurnal Ilmu Pemerintahan Vol. 15 No. 3 (2025): December 2025
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This study examines Makassar, Indonesia, as an example of accelerated demographic data integration. The uniqueness of this study lies in the application of SWOT-based diagnostics in qualitative research to map, within a single analytical framework, the conditions that facilitate and the obstacles that shape the speed and quality of data integration across various institutions. A qualitative approach was used to reveal and discuss strategies for accelerating demographic data integration to support digital transformation. The analysis shows that the application of information technology, inter-agency collaboration, and systematic human resource capacity building are determining factors for acceleration. The results of the study found that the main challenges include data privacy issues, system interoperability, and resistance to change. The contribution of this study provides insights into data integration strategies to support more effective and efficient digital transformation in the future.  
Artificial intelligence surveillance and the right to privacy in Vietnam a human security policy Nam Trung, Nguyen
Otoritas : Jurnal Ilmu Pemerintahan Vol. 15 No. 3 (2025): December 2025
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The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI)–enabled surveillance has become a central feature of contemporary governance, enhancing public security while raising serious concerns for the right to privacy. This article examines AI surveillance in Vietnam through the combined lenses of human security and Article 17 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR). Using doctrinal legal analysis and focused comparative evaluation, the study analyses how AI surveillance practices—such as facial recognition, biometric profiling, and behavioural analytics—generate cumulative privacy risks, including informational opacity, behavioural chilling, algorithmic bias, and institutional accountability deficits. It further assesses whether Vietnam’s existing legal framework, particularly the Law on Cybersecurity and Decree 13/2023/NĐ-CP, satisfies ICCPR standards of legality, legitimate aim, necessity, proportionality, and effective oversight. The findings reveal significant normative and institutional gaps. Drawing on comparative insights from the EU’s GDPR and South Korea’s PIPA, the article proposes a phased and context-sensitive reform pathway to strengthen privacy protection while supporting Vietnam’s digital transformation and national-security objectives.
Hybrid civil society organizations in Vietnam: the case of the fishery union of Quang Ngai province Ngoc Le, Huynh; Bang Nong, Nguyen; Thu Nguyen, Ha Tham
Otoritas : Jurnal Ilmu Pemerintahan Vol. 15 No. 3 (2025): December 2025
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The universal application of the traditional social work model has faced growing criticism in non-Western contexts, particularly in developing countries like Vietnam and China, where the relationship between the state and social organizations is complex and multifaceted. This study addresses this gap by examining the Fisheries Trade Union in Quang Ngai province as a representative example of a hybrid civil society actor in Vietnam. Using a qualitative ethnographic approach, which includes fieldwork and organizational analysis, we explore how the Union navigates its dual role as both a conduit for implementing state policies and an advocate for its members' negotiations to gain autonomy, despite significant institutional constraints. The study presents a novel model of organizational resilience and community empowerment that challenges the conventional state-society dichotomy prevalent in Western theories. This study uses ethnographic approach in over six months in 2024, with a combination of semi-structured interviews, focus group discussions, document analysis, and participant observation. This research contributes to a deeper understanding of hybrid organizational structures in non-Western settings, offering novel insights into their potential for fostering community-based social development and providing a more nuanced perspective for both researchers and policymakers. Qualitative analysis demonstrates that the Union sustains and advances itself by strategically balancing dual functions: executing state policy directives while representing and safeguarding the interests of the fishing community.
Collaborative governance in green tourism village administration in Bali through SIDeWi*HuB Halim, Deddy Kurniawan; Susanti, Susanti; Madya, Faizal; Widanti, Ni Putu Tirka
Otoritas : Jurnal Ilmu Pemerintahan Vol. 15 No. 3 (2025): December 2025
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This study examines collaborative governance in Bali’s Green Tourism Villages (Desa Wisata Hijau, DWH) as a strategy for post–COVID-19 rural tourism sustainability amid urban hotel oversupply and environmental degradation. A mixed-methods design was employed, combining quantitative survey data from 126 respondents across 28 tourism villages with qualitative–secondary analysis of policy documents, tourism statistics, and environmental reports to contextualize empirical findings beyond the village level. Quantitative data were collected through the SIDeWiHuB digital platform, which integrates sustainability assessment, village registration, and DeWiKu e-commerce services. Three constructs were measured using validated multi-item scales: Need for Green Village (N-GreenV), Community Participation (CP), and Perception of Sustainability (PS), derived from established sustainability and participatory tourism frameworks and benchmarked against normative standards developed from prior baseline studies. Internal consistency and construct validity were assessed before analysis. Multiple linear regression was applied, with diagnostic checks for normality, multicollinearity, and model fit conducted to ensure robustness. Results indicate that all sampled villages met the Kalpataru 5 (greenest) classification threshold. This findings demonstrate the analytical validity of SIDeWiHuB as a digitally enabled collaborative governance instrument within a Pentahelix framework and support its potential scalability as a policy tool for sustainable rural tourism governance in Indonesia.