Evaluation of the Recruitment and Selection System for Village Community Empowerment Cadres (KPMD) in an Effort to Improve Village Empowerment in Batang Tuaka District

Authors

  • Renani Renani Universitas Islam Indragiri
  • Widyawati Widyawati Universitas Islam Indragiri
  • Syafrinadina Syafrinadina Universitas Islam Indragiri

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/fjsr.v5i7.56

Keywords:

KPMD, Recruitment, Selection, Community Empowerment

Abstract

This study aims to evaluate the recruitment and selection system of Village Community Empowerment Cadres (KPMD) to enhance community empowerment in Batang Tuaka District, Indragiri Hilir. The study examines recruitment systems, selection systems, and community empowerment. A qualitative descriptive evaluative approach was applied with 50 purposively selected informants. Data were collected through interviews, observation, and documentation from October 2025 to February 2026. Findings indicate that recruitment and selection procedures were generally followed, but community participation and criteria consistency need improvement. KPMD plays a crucial role in village empowerment programs, highlighting the need for ongoing training and evaluation to optimize community development outcomes.

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Published

2026-07-30

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