THE IMPLEMENTATION OF VILLAGE FUND ALLOCATION POLICY IN HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (A CASE STUDY IN RAMBONG VILLAGE, MEREUDU SUBDISTRICT, PIDIE JAYA REGENCY)

Abstract

A village or gampong is a traditional community with legal status that has the authority to regulate and manage its own affairs. The government provides development support through the Village Fund Allocation programme to improve the welfare of the community, The Village Fund Allocation plays a vital role, particularly in supporting human resource development at the village level. The success of the Village Fund Allocation depends heavily on planning capabilities, implementation and participation in community monitoring. The research method used was qualitative, employing a descriptive approach. This study aims to examine the implementation of the Village Fund Allocation policy in human resource development in Rambong Village, Meureudu Sub-district, Pidie Jaya Regency, as well as to identify the factors that support and hinder the implementation of the policy. The research methods employed include observation, interviews and documentation. The data analysis techniques employed included data reduction, data presentation and drawing of conclusions. The research findings indicate that the funds for Gampong Rambong originate from the central government’s Village Fund Allocation and the local government’s Gampong Fund Allocation. The Gampong Fund Allocation is used for programmes and activities relating to the administration of the Gampong government, the implementation of village development, community empowerment and disaster management. Factors supporting the implementation of the village fund allocation policy include community participation and annual village meetings. Meanwhile, the main obstacles are the lack of variety in human resource development activities, limited innovation among village officials, and unequal access to these activities for the community.