Optimization of Disaster Management by the Rapid Response Team at The Gorontalo Province Regional Disaster Management Agency

Abstract

The data consists of primary data obtained from in-depth interviews with informants as well as secondary data originating from various sources. The results of this research indicate that: a) Coordination needs to be improved through investment in information technology, the preparation of clear procedures, and increased coordination forums; b) Budget management needs to be reviewed by increasing allocations for equipment procurement, IT development and human resource training; c) Information technology support needs to be improved through the provision of modern infrastructure, system integration and IT utilization; d) Transparency and accountability need to be increased by maximizing community participation and the application of information technology; e) Availability and readiness of infrastructure requires an increase in the periodic maintenance and procurement budget; f) Increasing human resource capacity can be carried out through optimizing competency-based training programs, certification, internships and collaborative training between related institutions; g) Coordination between related agencies needs to be improved through the preparation of joint procedures; h) Increasing responsiveness in handling health problems requires the preparation of integrated responsive procedures, strengthening health logistics and cross-sectoral coordination; i) Overall, improving performance requires systemic improvements in aspects of information technology, budget, human resources, cross-agency coordination, and logistics through collaborative steps to optimize TRC's readiness and capability in disaster management.