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| Banjarmasin City Government introduces Friday WFH policy for civil servants to support energy efficiency while maintaining public services. |
BANJARMASIN — The Banjarmasin City Government in South Kalimantan has officially introduced a Work From Home (WFH) system for civil servants every Friday. The policy follows instructions from the central government as part of a broader effort to improve energy efficiency across public institutions.
Acting Regional Secretary of Banjarmasin, Dolly Sahbana, confirmed that the Friday WFH system had already been implemented starting last week.
“We actually started implementing it last Friday,” Dolly stated during a briefing in Banjarmasin on Saturday (April 11).
He explained that the policy will soon be reinforced through an official Mayor’s Circular Letter, which is currently in its finalization stage.
Technical Systems Prepared Across Government Units
Dolly noted that all technical aspects supporting the WFH system have been prepared at the level of each regional work unit, commonly known as SKPD.
These preparations include digital attendance systems, performance tracking tools, and employee evaluation mechanisms to ensure accountability during remote work.
“The circular letter is currently being finalized. All technical aspects have been prepared across SKPD units,” he said.
He emphasized that WFH implementation is not simply about working remotely, but also about maintaining structured supervision and performance monitoring.
“We are ready to move forward with implementation, including supervision and performance evaluation,” he added.
Energy Efficiency Without Disrupting Public Services
The Friday WFH initiative is expected to help reduce energy consumption in government offices, particularly electricity usage and operational facility costs.
Despite the remote work arrangement, the Banjarmasin City Government stressed that public service quality will remain a top priority.
With proper planning and monitoring systems in place, productivity levels among civil servants are expected to remain stable even while working remotely.
Not All Civil Servants Are Eligible For WFH
Meanwhile, Head of Organizational Affairs at the Banjarmasin Regional Secretariat, Eka Rahayu Normasari, clarified that the Friday WFH policy includes strict limitations.
Civil servants directly involved in public services are required to continue working from the office as usual.
Structural officials such as echelon II and III leaders, along with high-ranking leadership positions (JPT) and functional officials (JF), are also required to remain on-site every Friday.
“WFH only applies to staff who are not directly involved in public services. Echelon II, III, JPT, and functional officials must continue working from the office as normal,” Eka explained.
This arrangement ensures that public services remain uninterrupted despite the introduction of remote work practices.
Part Of A Broader Shift Toward Modern Work Systems
Policy analysts view the introduction of periodic WFH as part of a broader transition toward modern and flexible work systems in the public sector.
In addition to supporting energy efficiency goals, hybrid work models are widely recognized for encouraging digital adoption and improving workplace flexibility.
The Banjarmasin City Government has stated that the policy will be evaluated regularly to measure its effectiveness and long-term impact on productivity and public service delivery.
FAQ
Does the Friday WFH policy apply to all civil servants?
No. The policy only applies to staff who are not directly involved in public services.
Who must still work from the office every Friday?
Echelon II and III officials, high-level leadership (JPT), and functional officials (JF) must continue working from the office.
When did the Friday WFH policy begin?
The policy was first implemented last Friday, prior to the official issuance of the mayor’s circular letter.
What is the main goal of the Friday WFH policy?
The primary goal is to improve energy efficiency without reducing productivity or disrupting public services.
How is employee performance monitored during WFH?
Performance is monitored through digital attendance systems, performance tracking tools, and periodic evaluations.
