A Study of Leadership Among Female Administrator in the Center of community Development Department

Abstract

This study aimed to (1) examine the leadership of female executives in the Department of Community Development (central administration) and (2) compare differences in leadership based on personal factors, including gender, age, educational level, length of work experience, and job position. This research employed a quantitative approach.
The population consisted of 510 civil servants, government employees, and staff members in the central administration, with a sample of 224 respondents.

           The findings revealed that the overall leadership of female executives was at a high level, reflecting their effective management capabilities within a contemporary social context that increasingly recognizes women’s leadership roles. Female executives demonstrated strengths in prudence, attention to detail, effective communication, responsibility, and dedication, which fostered trust and confidence among subordinates. Considering each dimension, global leadership showed the highest mean score, particularly in leveraging collaborative networks to enhance work processes, highlighting strong interpersonal and coordination skills. Transformational leadership was also rated at a high level, as female executives were able to motivate staff, encourage participation, and act as positive role models. Leadership in the 4.0 era was rated at the highest level, emphasizing transparency, credibility, and strong commitment to organizational performance.

           Comparative analysis indicated that differences in gender, age, educational level, and length of work experience significantly influenced perceptions of leadership, whereas job position did not result in significant differences. Overall, the results suggest that female executives possess leadership qualities suitable for contemporary organizational contexts and are capable of effectively driving organizational success.