Efektivitas Pengelolaan Dana Desa dalam Pemberdayaan Masyarakat di Kecamatan Jampangkulon

Village Fund management is a government program that aims to improve the development and empowerment of village communities. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of Village Fund management in community empowerment in Jampangkulon Sub-district, especially in Tanjung Village. The method used is a qualitative approach with data collection techniques through interviews, observation, and document analysis. The data collected was analyzed using the theory proposed by Miles and Huberman which includes data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing/verification. The results showed that the management of the Village Fund in Tanjung Village was quite effective with the effectiveness level reaching 82%. This success can be seen from the increased capacity of the village apparatus, the active participation of the community in program planning and implementation, and the improvement of the quality of life of the village community through various empowerment programs. However, there are several obstacles such as inaccurate population data and low community participation in monitoring the use of Village Funds. To overcome these obstacles, it is necessary to increase socialization, update population data, and improve the skills of village officials. This study concludes that Village Fund management in Tanjung Village is effective in supporting community empowerment, although there is still room for improvement in terms of transparency and community participation. The sustainability of the empowerment program in this village requires an appropriate strategy to optimize available resources and ensure the active participation of all elements of the community.