Analysis of Career Development Improvement in the Performance of Civil Servants in Pekanbaru

Abstract

The role of the State Civil Apparatus (ASN) is very important in achieving the objectives of governance and national development. The success of the implementation of government functions is largely determined by the quality of human resource management in the public sector. This study aims to analyze the relationship between career development and ASN performance in the city of Pekanbaru. Career development is seen as a systematic effort to improve the competence, motivation, and professionalism of employees in carrying out public service tasks. This study uses a qualitative descriptive approach with a literature study method and semi-structured interviews with several ASNs in the Pekanbaru city government. The data obtained were analyzed using source triangulation techniques to ensure the validity of the research results. The results show that career development has a significant effect on improving civil servant performance, particularly in terms of professionalism, work motivation, quality of public service, and performance accountability. Civil servants who have clear career direction and opportunities tend to have higher work enthusiasm, stronger commitment, and better job satisfaction.