Local Politics and Organizational Health Policy Determination: A Case Study of Subdistrict Administrative Organizations in Kanchanadit District, Surat Thani Province

Abstract

This research article aims to: (1) examine the level of organizational well-being of Subdistrict Administrative Organizations (SAOs) in Kanchanadit District, Surat Thani Province; (2) analyze political factors and components of organizational well-being within SAOs in Kanchanadit District, Surat Thani Province; and (3) propose guidelines for developing healthy organizations within the context of local politics in SAOs in Kanchanadit District, Surat Thani Province. This study employs a mixed-methods research design.

The findings reveal that: (1) personnel of SAOs in Kanchanadit District exhibit an overall organizational well-being level classified as “happy” (66.12); (2) the relationship between political factors and components of organizational well-being among SAOs in Kanchanadit District is positive and ranges from low to moderate levels, with the dimension of job satisfaction showing the strongest correlation with organizational well-being components; and (3) guidelines for developing healthy organizations within the political context of SAOs in Kanchanadit District consist of four key aspects: effective planning, fostering a positive working atmosphere, enhancing morale, and strengthening pride in work. Local politics directly influences organizational well-being through executive policies, transparency, stability, and resource management. When local politics is stable, transparent, and supportive of development, personnel are motivated to work; however, political conflict, interference, or self-serving policies undermine trust and reduce happiness at work.

The researcher offers the following recommendations: (1) transparency and political stability at the local level should be promoted; and (2) the working environment should be improved to ensure cleanliness, orderliness, safety, and the promotion of mental well-being, enabling personnel to feel comfortable and relaxed.