The emerging practices of good governance in Indonesia : the NGOs' perspective

Abstract

The idea of good governance has become increasingly important not only for the public sector, but also for the voluntary sector. The growing number of NGOs (non-governmental organisations), which led to a tougher competition for funding, has encouraged NGOs to develop a good governance . .Moreover, donors' demand for more professionalism and accountability has prompted many NGOs to adopt a more or less professional management. However, working in the ambiguous zone between "bureaucracy" and "private " sectors, NGOs tend to face difficulties in implementing good governance. III Indonesia, lhe growing number of NGOs in the post-Suharto era has created a situation in which NGOs are demanded to increase their professionalism and accountability. However, different orientations, size, scope and capacity have obstructed NGOs' attempt to exercise good governance.