Evaluation of Institutional Development Level in the Management of West Bali National Park and Sangeh Monkey Forest Using the Institutional Development Framework (IDF) Approach

Muhammad Yul Fikry; Hardianti Hardianti

doi:10.71024/ecobios.2025.v2i1.25

Authors

Muhammad Yul Fikry Universitas Mataram Author
Hardianti Hardianti Universitas Mataram Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.71024/ecobios.2025.v2i1.25

Keywords:

Conservation management, institutional development, monkey forest, protected areas, sustainability

Abstract

Conservation areas in Indonesia, encompassing 27.14 million hectares across 552 units, face considerable management challenges that necessitate robust institutional frameworks. This study evaluates the level of institutional development at Sangeh Monkey Forest and West Bali National Park using the Institutional Development Framework (IDF) approach. The research employed a mixed-methods design, combining systematic observations and in-depth interviews with management staff in December 2024. The findings reveal that Sangeh Monkey Forest attained an IDF score of 2.9, indicating substantial institutional capacity across five key areas: control/oversight, management, human resources, finance, and external resources. Noteworthy improvements were observed in organizational structure, stakeholder coordination, and resource management. Key developments include the establishment of formal agreements with local communities, the implementation of structured training programs, and enhanced financial transparency. These findings suggest that Sangeh Monkey Forest has built a robust institutional capacity that supports its sustainable operation while fulfilling its conservation and tourism functions.

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