DESIRABLE CHARACTERISTICS OF LOCAL EXECUTIVES BASED ON PEOPLE CENTER OF CHINATOWN AREA

Abstract

This research objectives were (1) to analyze the desirable characteristics of local executives based on people center of Chinatown; (2) to study the problems and obstacles for desirable characteristics of local executives based on people center of Chinatown, and (3) to propose guidelines of developing the desirable characteristics of local executives based on people center of Chinatown.  The research was qualitative. Key informants included executives, department heads, and officials from Samphanthawong and Pomprab Sattruphai District Offices, as well as the general public, totaling 22 key informants. The data was analyzed by interpretation, comparison, classification according to the outline and summarizing the results in a descriptive form.

The research results found that (1) the desirable characteristics of local executives based on people center of Chinatown included being enthusiastic, approachable, knowledgeable in communication, language, and technology, making quick decisions, having problem-solving skills, being administratively competent, understanding and knowledgeable about laws, regulations, and rules, being able to build good relationships with others, listening to public opinion, being transparent in their work, being honest, and being fair, (2) the Problems and obstacles  of desirable characteristics of local executives based on people center of Chinatown revealed a lack of knowledge, skills, and administrative skills, a lack of decision-making ability, and a lack of enthusiasm, and (3) the guidelines for developing the desirable characteristics of local executives based on people center of Chinatown should develop leadership skills that aligned with public needs. They should be encouraged to participate in self-development training, served as good role models, and had administrative goals without discrimination in order to become desirable local executives in the eyes of the public.