The Ministry of Health has implemented a comprehensive project management training program for its civil servants to address coordination gaps and budget inefficiencies in national health initiatives.
- 82 civil servants from 12 directorates and units completed the training across five batches.
- Post-training assessments revealed an average knowledge increase of more than 40 points.
- Approximately 90% of participants committed to applying at least one project management tool in their professional roles.
The initiative was led by the Ministry’s Centre for Civil Servants Competency Development (P2KA) with technical and financial assistance from the World Health Organization (WHO). The program targeted project management officers and working team leaders responsible for the execution of national health programmes.
The training was developed to resolve systemic challenges, including fragmented coordination and delays caused by a lack of formal project management training among health program leaders.
Improving Project Management Training for the Ministry of Health
“This training is essential for civil servants at the Ministry of Health to equip us with effective project management methods,” said Dwi Meilani, Head of P2KA. Meilani emphasized the necessity of preparing staff to execute future projects efficiently to achieve desired outcomes.
Conducted in Jakarta between May and July 2025, the three-day training combined international standards with practical exercises. Participants utilized their own active programs as case studies, focusing on initiatives such as cervical cancer elimination, ensuring quality services in district hospitals, and free health screenings.
Throughout the five training batches, participants developed 15 case studies, created multiple project charters, and designed stakeholder engagement plans. The curriculum also introduced a digital project planning tool used to simulate resource management and real-time scheduling.
By the conclusion of the program, teams presented project plans featuring measurable indicators, clearer organizational structures, and enhanced stakeholder coordination.
Long-term Impact and Future Scaling
The Ministry indicates that improved project management capacity will lead to a more efficient use of public resources and ensure health programs are delivered in alignment with national priorities and public needs.
Further training is scheduled for 2026 with continued support from the WHO. This next phase will focus on reaching a larger group of participants and establishing a sustainable system for long-term capacity development.
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