Yogyakarta, 6 August 2025 — The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) at Universitas Gadjah Mada hosted the selection process for village officials (pamong) of Guwosari Village, Pajangan District, Bantul Regency. Held at the Big Data Room and the PolGov Meeting Room, this activity reflects the tangible contribution of the Department of Politics and Government (DPP) at FISIPOL UGM in strengthening inclusive, participatory, and high-quality village governance.
The selection opened four positions: three hamlet chiefs (dukuh) and one kamituwa. The process involved multiple stages, including psychological testing, written exams, in-depth interviews, and the delivery of speeches in Javanese. Each stage was designed to assess candidates’ personal competencies, administrative capacity, and understanding of local culture.
The examining team included FISIPOL UGM academics Hasrul Hanif, Ph.D. and Dr. Indah Surya Wardhani, who applied a scientific and participatory assessment approach. Their involvement is expected to encourage the emergence of village leadership that is adaptive, professional, and responsive to the needs and aspirations of local residents.
Through this initiative, DPP FISIPOL UGM reaffirms its commitment to strengthening village capacity, particularly in the selection of government officials who embody not only technical competence but also social relevance and respect for local values. This aligns closely with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) — notably SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities).