# Executive Selection: Board of Directors for Tirta Handayani Water Utility 2026
The Regional Government of Gunungkidul, Special Region of Yogyakarta, has officially opened the selection process for the Board of Directors of the Regional Public Water Utility Company, Perumda Air Minum Tirta Handayani, for the 2026 term. This prestigious recruitment campaign seeks visionary leaders to fill the positions of President Director and Technical Director. As a vital Regional State-Owned Enterprise (BUMD) dedicated to delivering clean water access across the Gunungkidul region, the utility requires competent professionals committed to operational excellence, corporate growth, and public service integrity.
## General Requirements for Applicants
Candidates aspiring to lead Tirta Handayani must satisfy a comprehensive set of baseline criteria established by the regional government. These prerequisites ensure that prospective executives possess the legal standing, moral compass, and educational foundation necessary for high-level corporate governance.
* Citizenship and Legal Status: Must be Indonesian citizens who are not active State Civil Apparatus (ASN) personnel.
* Health and Character: Must demonstrate robust physical and mental health, accompanied by high levels of integrity, leadership capability, honesty, and dedication to corporate advancement.
* Governance Insight: Must possess a strong understanding of regional government administration, corporate management, and the specific operational landscape of the water utility sector.
* Educational Attainment:
President Director:* Minimum Bachelor’s Degree (S-1) in Engineering, Economics, Management, Law, or Administration.
Technical Director:* Minimum Bachelor’s Degree (S-1) in Engineering.
* Professional Background: At least 5 years of managerial experience within a legal corporate entity, including a proven track record of team leadership.
* Age Limits: Between 35 and 55 years of age at the time of initial application.
* Clean Record: Must never have served as a member of a Board of Directors, Supervisory Board, or Board of Commissioners whose actions led a business entity to bankruptcy. Applicants must also have no history of criminal convictions harming state or regional finances and must not be currently serving criminal sentences.
* Political Independence: Must not be active members of political parties, candidates for regional heads, deputy regional heads, or legislative representatives.
* Conflict of Interest Restrictions: Must not share familial ties up to the third degree—by blood, descent, or marriage—with the Regent of Gunungkidul or members of the Supervisory Board.
## Competency Standards and Technical Qualifications
Beyond general eligibility, candidates must validate their industry-specific expertise through recognized certifications and professional milestones.
* Must hold a valid Drinking Water Management Expert Competency Certificate (minimum Junior Level).
* Must demonstrate specialized knowledge relevant to the target directorial role.
* Preference is given to individuals with documented managerial tenure, supported by official appointment decrees or employment verification letters from legal entities.
## Multistage Selection Process
To identify the most qualified candidates, the Selection Committee has outlined a rigorous, transparent evaluation roadmap consisting of multiple elimination rounds.
1. Administrative Screening
The committee reviews all submitted dossiers for completeness and compliance.
* Qualified (MS): Assigned to applicants whose files are complete and meet all baseline criteria.
* Disqualified (TMS): Assigned to applicants with missing documents or unfulfilled prerequisites.
Successful candidates will be announced via the official notice board at the Gunungkidul Regional Secretariat and the official regional government website.
2. Fit and Proper Test (UKK)
Candidates who pass the administrative phase proceed to the Fit and Proper Test, which comprises several evaluative assessments:
* Psychological Evaluation: Conducted by an appointed professional institution at the Gunungkidul Regional Civil Service and Training Agency (BKPPD).
* Expertise Written Exam: Held at BKPPD, covering regional governance and role-specific strategies:
President Director:* Corporate Business Planning.
Technical Director:* Strategies for Enhancing Effectiveness and Efficiency in Drinking Water Supply Systems.
* Paper Presentation: Authorship and defense of an original academic-style paper (7 to 10 pages, Times New Roman 12pt, double-spaced) outlining strategic visions for the utility company.
* Competency Interview: Conducted directly at the Tirta Handayani headquarters.
3. Final Interview
The Regent of Gunungkidul personally conducts the final interview for top-ranking candidates who successfully navigate all preceding examination tiers.
## Application Procedures and Required Dossiers
Applicants must submit a formal application letter addressed to the Selection Committee Chairperson, authenticated with a Rp10,000 stamp, along with a single collated set of supporting documents:
* Legally certified photocopies of academic diplomas.
* Completed curriculum vitae in the mandated format.
* Physical and mental health certificates issued by a hospital or clinic (including general practitioner and psychiatric clearances).
* Official employment release or permission letter from current employers (if applicable).
* Photocopy of the National Identity Card (KTP).
* Recent 4x6 cm color photographs with red backgrounds (2 copies).
* Valid Junior-level Drinking Water Management Expert Certificate.
* Proof of 5 years managerial experience via employment decrees or official letters.
* Notarized statement letters (stamped at Rp10,000) verifying non-ASN status, absence of bankruptcy associations, clean legal records, political neutrality, absence of conflicts of interest, and willingness to commit to full-time employment.
Submission Guidelines
* Arrange documents in the exact order specified in the guidelines.
* Enclose materials in a blue folder for President Director applicants and a green folder for Technical Director applicants.
* Deliver submissions to the Economic Administration and Natural Resources Section of the Gunungkidul Regional Secretariat at Jalan Brigjen Katamso No. 1, Wonosari.
## Important Timeline and Final Provisions
Registration takes place from February 10 to February 13, 2026 (09:00 – 15:00 WIB), and concludes on February 18, 2026 (09:00 – 12:00 WIB). If fewer than three candidates register for a specific position, the committee may extend the registration window up to two times for a maximum of three days per extension.
All selection procedures operate under strict principles of transparency, fairness, and zero tolerance for corruption, collusion, or nepotism. For official updates, announcements, and inquiries, applicants should visit the official Gunungkidul Regency portal or contact the Secretariat helpdesk during standard business hours.