A qualitative inquiry aiming at exploring factors supportive of the implementation of restructuring policy mandated in Government Regulation No. 18/2016 and its results was conducted in 2017. Face to face in-depth interview method was employed to collect data from participants (n=15) who were recruited using purposive sampling technique. Data analysis was guided by a qualitative data analysis framework. The results indicated that communication, resources, disposition, and bureaucratic structure were the supporting factors for the implementation of restructuring policy. Limited number of staffs and lack of financial support were reported as the barriers to effective and efficient performance of departments and bureaus at the government of East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) province after the implementation of restructuring policy. Changes in the structure of bureaucracy in terms of the number structural positions and executing positions, preparation of implementing regulations, and socialization of such policy were reported as the results of the implementation of restructuring policy. These findings indicate a need for the government of NTT province to support each department and bureau with sufficient budget and number of staffs as needed.
Restructuring policy, implementation, factors, NTT province, Indonesia
