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Strategic Planning in the

Public Sector
Planning for Effective Governance and Development
Bachelor of Public Administration – Sixth Semester
Bachelor of Economics – Seventh Semester
Tuesday December 10, 2024
Lecture Room: C05
Lecturer – Chemisto Satya Ali - [email protected]
Strategic Planning in the Public Sector
1. A process to set goals and design actions for
public organizations.
2. Helps governments address social,
economic, and political challenges.

Its Importance:
3. Ensures efficient use of resources.
4. Improves public service delivery.
Role of Strategic Planning in Public Policy
Definition of Public Policy:
Plans and decisions made by governments to address societal issues.

Role of Strategic Planning:


1. Sets Priorities: Focuses on key national or local issues.
2. Resource Allocation: Ensures budgets are used effectively.
3. Evaluation Framework: Tracks the success of policies.

Examples:
4. Health policy for improving access to hospitals.
5. Education strategies for increasing school enrollment.
Strategic Planning and Governance in Public Administration

Governance and Strategic Planning:


1. Aligns government actions with citizen needs.
2. Encourages transparency and accountability.

Steps in Public Sector Planning:


3. Identify problems (e.g., unemployment).
4. Set clear goals (e.g., reduce unemployment by 10%).
5. Implement programs (e.g., skill training).
6. Monitor progress (e.g., job creation statistics).

Case Study: A municipality developing a housing strategy.


Economic Development Strategies for Public Institutions
What are Economic Development Strategies?
Plans to improve economic growth and reduce poverty.

Key Strategies:
1. Infrastructure Development: Roads, electricity, and water.
2. Job Creation: Support for small businesses and startups.
3. Attracting Investment: Encouraging foreign and local investment.
4. Social Programs: Providing health and education services.

Example:
Government investment in rural electrification to boost local businesses.
Challenges in Public Sector Strategic Management

1. Limited Resources: Budgets are often


insufficient.
2. Bureaucracy: Slow decision-making processes.
3. Political Interference: Changes in government
priorities.
4. Lack of Skills: Some public employees lack
training.
Opportunities in Public Sector Strategic Management
Opportunities for Improvement:
1. Digital Technology: Using data systems to track progress.
2. Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs): Working with private
companies to deliver services.
3. Citizen Engagement: Involving communities in planning.
4. Global Cooperation: Learning from successful strategies in
other countries.

Example:
Online platforms for tracking public projects in real-time.
Case Study: A Strategic Plan for Health Services

Goal:
Improve access to healthcare in rural areas.

Steps Taken:
1. Set up mobile clinics.
2. Train community health workers.
3. Use technology for patient records.

Results: Increased health coverage by 30% in one year.

Lesson: Clear goals and proper resource allocation are critical.


Conclusion
1. Strategic planning aligns public policy with national goals.
2. Effective governance relies on proper planning and
accountability.
3. Economic development strategies focus on improving
infrastructure, jobs, and investment.
4. Challenges exist, but technology and partnerships provide
solutions.

Final Thought:
Strategic planning is essential for achieving sustainable development in the
public sector.

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