Analisis Kompetensi Komandan KRI KOARMADA Dengan Metode Soft System Methodology

Abstract

The competence of the commander of the Republic of Indonesia Warship (KRI) in the Fleet Command (Koarmada) structure is very important in facing increasingly complex operational challenges in the Indonesian maritime region. The background to this research is that there is a gap between the required competencies and the abilities possessed by KRI commanders, especially in technical aspects, leadership, decision making and operational coordination. The aim of this research is to identify gaps in the competency of the KRI Koarmada commander and provide evidence-based recommendations for improvement. This research uses qualitative methods with data collection techniques through observation and in-depth interviews with KRI commanders, staff officers and related personnel. The collected data was analyzed through coding, categorization and interpretation based on Soft Systems Methodology (SSM). The research results show that although commanders have sufficient basic technical competence, there are deficiencies in mastering new technologies and difficulties in making quick decisions due to limited information. Leadership and team management were also identified as areas that needed improvement, particularly in maintaining team morale and performance under pressure. Coordination across units and with external parties is considered to be still not optimal, and existing training is less relevant to real operational challenges. This research concludes the need for improvements in realistic scenario-based training, improved communications, as well as better intelligence and technological support to strengthen the competence of KRI Koarmada commanders in carrying out maritime operations.