PERAN KEPEMIMPINAN CAMAT DALAM MENINGKATKAN KINERJA PEGAWAI KANTOR KECAMATAN SUMBER HARTA KABUPATEN MUSI

Abstract

This study is purposed to seek in-depth understanding of the role of sub-district head leadership in improving the performance of employees at the Sumber Harta Sub-district Office in Musi Rawas Regency. This study uses a qualitative research method with a descriptive qualitative approach. Data collection techniques include observation, interviews, documentation, and the types of data sources used include primary and secondary data. The data analysis techniques employed by the researcher include data collection, data reduction, data display, and drawing conclusion. Based on the research results, it was found that the leadership role of the district head in improving the performance of employees at the Sumber Harta District Office in Musi Rawas District was effective. The results obtained based on sub-indicators show that as a head figure, the leader fulfills his role by being present on time at every formal and informal event; as a leader, he can motivate and influence employees; as a liaison, he communicates information and policies; as a monitor, he evaluates performance; as a disseminator, he can spread information; as a spokesperson, clearly conveying information; as a disturbance handler, coordinating issues with employees and village heads/mayors; as a resource allocator, distributing resources according to employee needs; and as a negotiator, conducting negotiations effectively. Regarding the challenges faced by employees, leaders need to implement continuous monitoring of employee performance.