# Open Recruitment for Board of Directors at Perumda Air Minum Tirta Handayani Gunungkidul 2026
The Government of Gunungkidul Regency is officially opening the selection process for candidates to fill the esteemed positions of President Director and Technical Director at the Regional Public Drinking Water Company (Perumda Air Minum) Tirta Handayani for the 2026 term. This selection initiative aims to find visionary, competent, and dedicated leaders capable of advancing clean water services and strengthening the corporate governance of this regional enterprise.
Perumda Air Minum Tirta Handayani operates as a vital Regional-Owned Enterprise (BUMD) entrusted with delivering clean and reliable water infrastructure to communities across the Gunungkidul Regency in the Special Region of Yogyakarta. Candidates who possess a passion for public service and executive leadership are strongly encouraged to review the comprehensive requirements and application procedures outlined below.
## General Eligibility Requirements
All applicants wishing to participate in the 2026 leadership selection must fulfill a comprehensive set of baseline criteria established by the regional government.
* Nationality & Civil Status: Must be an Indonesian Citizen (WNI) and cannot hold status as a State Civil Apparatus (ASN).
* Health Status: Physically and mentally fit to execute executive responsibilities, certified by a competent medical team.
* Personal Integrity: Demonstrate high integrity, exemplary leadership, proven experience, honesty, exceptional moral behavior, and unwavering dedication to corporate growth.
* Governance Insight: Possess a solid understanding of regional government administration, corporate management principles, and the specific dynamics of the public water utility sector.
* Educational Attainment:
President Director:* Minimum Bachelor's Degree (S-1) in relevant fields such as Engineering, Economics, Management, Law, or Administration.
Technical Director:* Minimum Bachelor's Degree (S-1) specifically in an Engineering discipline.
* Professional Background: Minimum of five years of managerial experience within a legally incorporated corporate entity, including proven leadership of professional teams.
* Age Limits: Between 35 and 55 years of age at the time of initial application.
* Legal & Ethical Standing:
* Never served as a member of a Board of Directors, Supervisory Board, or Board of Commissioners who was legally declared at fault for causing a business entity to go bankrupt.
* Never been convicted of a criminal offense that resulted in financial losses to the state or regional government.
* Not currently serving a criminal sentence.
* Not an active administrator of a political party, candidate for regional head/deputy regional head, or legislative candidate.
* Free from family ties (up to the third degree of direct lineage or marriage) with the Regent or the Supervisory Board of Perumda Air Minum Tirta Handayani.
## Specific Competency Requirements
In addition to general criteria, applicants must demonstrate technical proficiency aligned with the demands of modern water utility management.
* Must hold a valid Drinking Water Management Expert Competency Certificate, at least at the junior level.
* Must display an in-depth understanding of regional governance frameworks and utility operations.
* Preference is given to candidates with verified executive tenures of at least five years in formalized business structures, supported by official appointment decrees or employment certificates.
## Selection Stages and Evaluation Process
To ensure absolute fairness, transparency, and the selection of top-tier talent, the recruitment procedure is divided into several rigorous stages.
1. Administrative Screening
The Selection Committee evaluates all submitted application dossiers for completeness and compliance.
* Passed (MS): Applications meeting all requested documentation and criteria.
* Not Passed (TMS): Incomplete or non-compliant submissions.
* Successful applicants will be announced via the official notice board at the Secretariat and the official Gunungkidul Regency website.
2. Fit and Proper Test (UKK)
Candidates who pass the administrative review will proceed to the Fit and Proper Test, which encompasses:
* Psychological Evaluation: Conducted by a certified professional institution appointed by the Selection Committee.
* Written Expertise Examination: Focusing on corporate business planning (for President Director candidates), drinking water supply system optimization (for Technical Director candidates), and regional governance.
* Paper Composition: Candidates must write an original, plagiarism-free academic paper (7–10 pages, typed on A4 paper using Times New Roman 12 pt, double spacing) detailing strategic business plans or efficiency enhancements, submitted in triplicate alongside a digital file.
* Presentation and Interview: An oral defense of the written paper followed by an in-depth panel interview held directly at the Perumda Air Minum Tirta Handayani office.
3. Final Executive Interview
The final round of interviews is conducted personally by the Regent of Gunungkidul for candidates who successfully rank in the top three across all preceding examination phases.
## Application Procedures and Required Documents
Applicants must prepare a formal physical dossier addressed to the Selection Committee Chairperson.
Required Dossier Contents
1. Signed application letter bearing a Rp10,000 duty stamp.
2. Legalized photocopies of academic diplomas and transcripts.
3. Curriculum Vitae using the designated official format.
4. Physical and mental health certificates issued by a general practitioner and a psychiatric specialist from a recognized hospital or clinic.
5. Official permission letter from a current employer (if applicable).
6. Photocopy of a valid Resident Identity Card (KTP).
7. Two recent 4x6 cm color photographs with a red background.
8. Photocopy of a valid Junior-level (or higher) Drinking Water Management Expert Competency Certificate.
9. Employment verification letters or official appointment decrees proving at least 5 years of managerial experience.
10. A signed statement letter on a Rp10,000 duty stamp affirming non-ASN status, absence of bankruptcy liability, clean criminal record, political neutrality, absence of restricted family relationships, and willingness to work full-time.
Submission Guidelines
* Compile documents in exact chronological order according to the checklist.
* Enclose documents inside a blue folder for President Director applicants, or a green folder for Technical Director applicants.
* Deliver the application package to the Secretariat office within the designated registration window.
## Registration Schedule and Venue
* Submission Window: February 10 to February 13, 2026 (09:00 – 15:00 WIB), and extended to February 18, 2026 (09:00 – 12:00 WIB).
* Submission Address:
> Secretariat of the Selection Committee for Potential Board of Directors Members of Perumda Air Minum Tirta Handayani
> Bagian Administrasi Perekonomian dan SDA Sekretariat Daerah Kabupaten Gunungkidul
> Jl. Brigjen Katamso No. 1, Wonosari, Gunungkidul, DIY
* Important Note: If fewer than three applicants register for a specific position, the registration period may be extended up to two times (three days per extension). Failure to meet minimum applicant thresholds will result in the cancellation of that specific recruitment formation.
## Important Terms and Conditions
* The entire recruitment procedure is executed with strict transparency and is entirely free from corruption, collusion, and nepotism (KKN).
* Qualified applicants will receive an official Exam Participant Card for subsequent testing rounds.
* All decisions rendered by the Selection Committee regarding candidate advancement are absolute and indisputable.
* The Gunungkidul Regency Government retains full authority to revoke the appointment of any candidate discovered to have submitted falsified data during the recruitment phase, even post-appointment.
* Official announcements and updates are accessible via local print media and the official portal at [www.gunungkidulkab.go.id](https://www.gunungkidulkab.go.id).
* For inquiries and assistance, prospective applicants may contact the Secretariat office at (0274) 391006 / 391038 or reach out to the contact person, Yudi Setyawan, at 08562893305 during normal working hours.