Abstract
The study aimed to develop indicators to measure the implementation of a new model for internal auditors in government organizations and their support of good public governance. Data was collected through a survey, with questionnaires, and interviews with key informants. Respondents were internal auditors from various government organizations. Data were analyzed using both quantitative and qualitative analysis. Internal auditors can carry out roles under a new model if they receive support in the form of leadership commitment. Currently, the dominant role of government internal auditors is as a watchdog. Roles as consultants and catalysts have begun to be implemented, although they are not yet optimal. The control variable provided the highest support for good public governance, while the audit knowledge variable provided the lowest support. The government needs to focus on increasing the quantity and capability of internal auditors through training, outreach, and technical guidance.
1. Introduction
Government performance can be measured in various ways, including economic development and the growth of new businesses and new jobs (Ruzzene, 2016), GDP, poverty, and economic independence (Hutapea & Widyaningsih, 2017). Alternatively, outcome-oriented approaches can also be used, such as value for money or efficiency, effectiveness, economic performance, and financial performance (Basri & Nabiha, 2014; Sutopo et al., 2017). The performance will improve if the government implements good governance. Many factors can be used to measure local government performance, one of which is good government governance (Hutapea & Widyaningsih, 2017). Nizam (2009) stated that good public sector governance as a whole has a significant effect on public sector performance.
5. Conclusion
The following conclusions were drawn from the results of this study. The optimal implementation of the role of internal auditors requires the support and commitment of leaders, which could be in the form of giving authority to carry out tasks independently and improve auditor competency. The role of government internal auditors has begun to change into being a consultant and catalyst, although their role as watchdogs is more dominant. Internal auditors must maintain independence in carrying out their roles in line with the new model. Finally, trust and openness between auditors and auditees need to beimproved to increase the effectiveness of the role of internal auditors as consultants.
