The Role of Local Government Organization in Disaster Management Case Study: Bueng Kluea Subdistrict Administrative Organization Selaphum District Roi-Et Province

Abstract

This research article aims to study the role of problems and obstacles and disaster management guidelines of Bueng Kluea Subdistrict Administrative Organization, Selaphum District, Roi Et Province. using a qualitative research method. There were a group of key informants consisting of 10 executives and staff responsible for disaster management. Data were collected using a semi-structured interview tool and the interviews were divided into categories and the data were analyzed by descriptive methods. The results showed that Role of Bueng Kluea Subdistrict Administrative Organization, Selaphum District, Roi Et Province 1) There were a plan for disaster management called “Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Plan” 2) The management and staff involved in disaster management are appointed, and there were disaster prevention and mitigation officers who are directly responsible. 4) Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Operation Center has been established 5) There have been a person responsible for monitoring and coordinating for the flexibility of operations to help people 6) Reporting the results of operations to the administrative unit note as well as public relations to the general public. 7) A budget was set up to support disaster prevention and mitigation. Problems and Obstacles in Disaster Management of Bueng Kluea Subdistrict Administrative Organization, Selaphum District, Roi Et Province, found that Bueng Kluea Subdistrict Administrative Organization, Operations sometimes fail to fulfill all disaster prevention and mitigation plans. such as organizing a disaster management practice drill Lack of consistency in participating in training sessions with other agencies, etc. Problems with insufficient staff for disaster prevention and mitigation work, The problem of lack of personnel with specific expertise, Problem of shortage of facilities, materials, equipment and tools for disaster prevention and mitigation, Problems and barriers in communication from unclear language/transmission/direction or there may be misunderstandings Problems reporting results that are not known to outsiders or the community as they should. The limited budget issue results in insufficient budget allocation for disaster preparedness. Guidelines for developing potential of Bueng Kluea Subdistrict Administrative Organization, Selaphum District, Roi Et Province in Disaster Management It was found that cooperation with other relevant agencies was requested and an annual disaster calendar was prepared as a guideline for disaster prevention and mitigation preparations in advance. have training to rehearse the operational plans of the officers and establish a Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Operation Center to support disasters that occur. by asking for cooperation from government agencies, the private sector, the people to coordinate operations together. A joint action plan has been developed to create a common practice. There is a meeting before taking action on the plan every time. and a system for monitoring the performance of each other to create mutual awareness. Performance reporting has been improved by providing public relations media of Bueng Kluea Subdistrict Administrative Organization along with reporting on performance results in a document format. Additional support is requested from government agencies, private organizations or provincial administrative organizations. by asking for additional budget to come in to help according to the situation of the disaster that occurs.