# Executive Leadership Recruitment: Tirta Handayani Regional Water Utility, Gunungkidul 2026
The Gunungkidul Regency Government has officially announced a formal recruitment process to appoint a new President Director and Technical Director for the Perumda Air Minum Tirta Handayani. This initiative aims to identify visionary leaders capable of steering the regional water utility toward operational excellence and sustainable growth for the benefit of the Gunungkidul community.
## Eligibility Criteria for Applicants
To be considered for these high-level executive positions, candidates must demonstrate a blend of professional expertise, ethical conduct, and strategic insight.
General Requirements
* Citizenship and Integrity: Must be an Indonesian citizen with a clean criminal record and no history of financial misconduct or corporate bankruptcy.
* Educational Background:
* President Director: Minimum Bachelor’s degree (S1) in Engineering, Economics, Management, Law, or Administration.
* Technical Director: Minimum Bachelor’s degree (S1) in Engineering.
* Professional Experience: At least 5 years of managerial experience in a legal entity with proven leadership capabilities.
* Age Limits: Applicants must be between 35 and 55 years old at the time of registration.
* Political Neutrality: Must not hold current positions in political parties, nor be a candidate for head of region or legislative office.
* Conflict of Interest: No familial ties up to the third degree with the Regent or members of the Supervisory Board.
Technical Competencies
* Possession of a valid Expert Competency Certificate in Water Management (at least Junior level).
* Deep understanding of regional government administration and the technical intricacies of public water utility management.
## Selection Stages
The selection process is rigorous and designed to ensure only the most qualified candidates advance to the final appointment phase.
1. Administrative Screening: Verification of documentation and eligibility prerequisites.
2. Feasibility and Compliance Assessment (UKK):
* Psychometric Evaluation: Conducted by a certified professional institution.
* Written Expertise Examination: Testing strategic business planning for the President Director and operational efficiency strategies for the Technical Director.
* Paper Presentation: Submission and defense of an original business or strategic plan.
3. Final Interview: A concluding interview with the Regent of Gunungkidul for the top-ranked candidates.
## Application Procedures and Submission
Interested candidates must submit their application files in person to the selection committee.
* Submission Address: Bagian Administrasi Perekonomian dan SDA, Sekretariat Daerah Kabupaten Gunungkidul, Jl. Brigjen Katamso No. 1, Wonosari.
* Format Guidelines: Applications must be placed in a Blue folder (President Director) or Green folder (Technical Director) and include:
* Signed and stamped application letter (Rp 10,000 meterai).
* Legalized copies of educational diplomas.
* Curriculum Vitae and valid health certificates.
* Evidence of managerial experience and professional competency certifications.
* Statement of full-time availability and compliance with legal declarations.
## Key Dates and Inquiries
The registration window is open from February 10 to February 13, 2026, between 09:00 and 15:00 WIB, with a final submission window on February 18, 2026, from 09:00 to 12:00 WIB.
* Transparency Policy: The selection process is strictly governed by anti-corruption, anti-collusion, and anti-nepotism principles.
* Official Information: Updates and further announcements will be posted on the [official Gunungkidul Regency website](http://www.gunungkidulkab.go.id).
* Contact Assistance: For specific inquiries, candidates may contact the Selection Committee Secretariat at (0274) 391006 / 391038 or via mobile at 08562893305 (Yudi Setyawan) during business hours.
The Gunungkidul Regency Government reserves the right to cancel any appointment if it is later discovered that a candidate provided inaccurate or fraudulent information during the application process.