Kompetensi ASN Pasca Penyederhanaan Birokrasi dan Dampaknya Terhadap Produktivitas Kerja di Pemerintah Kabupaten Ciamis

Abstract

Bureaucratic simplification through the transfer of structural positions to functional positions is one of Indonesia key public sector reform agendas. This policy fundamentally demands a shift in civil servant competencies, from managerial to technical-functional expertise. This study aims to analyze the competencies of civil servants (ASN) following bureaucratic simplification, identify the challenges encountered, and formulate strategic solutions to address those challenges within the Government of Ciamis Regency. A qualitative approach with a phenomenological design was employed. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observation, and document analysis involving 5 informants selected via purposive sampling. Data analysis followed the Miles,  interactive model, with source and technique triangulation applied to ensure data validity. The findings indicate that: (1) ASN competencies post-bureaucratic simplification are generally sufficient to sustain organizational productivity, as evidenced by an average performance achievement of 115.65% (LKIP Ciamis Regency, 2023); (2) key challenges include insufficient understanding of functional role responsibilities and low proactivity in attending training and competency assessments; and (3) recommended solutions include intensive socialization, structured functional technical training, and career development support for functional positions. The success of bureaucratic simplification requires a systematic and sustained competency development strategy for civil servants, beyond merely implementing position equivalency mechanisms.