Motivation of Cadre in Effectiveness in Stimulating The Growth and Development of Children Under Two Years Old in Jambi

Early childhood development refers to the cognitive, physical, language, motor, social and emotional development of children from conception to 8 years of age. This study aims to analyse the effectiveness of cadres in the stimulation of growth and development of under-two children in Jambi city. This study is a quantitative study with a cross-sectional design. The sample was taken with a multistage technique, namely 118 cadres. Data collection using questionnaires. Data analysis with multiple logistic regression. Based on the results of multivariate analysis, the possibility of growth motivation (PR 10,981 and P value 0,000) was the most influential variable on the effectiveness of cadres in stimulating the growth and development of infants under 2 years. The possibility of growth motivation was the most influential variable on the effectiveness of cadres in stimulating the growth and development of infants under 2 years. It is expected that cadres receive tiered training, cadres become mentors to new cadres, informal education opportunities, and recognition as exemplary cadres.