GOVERNMENT LEADERSHIP Flashcards
The head of government is either the ________or __________ in the executive
branch of a ________, a ________, or a ____________, _________, or
_________ who often presides over a cabinet, a group of ministers or secretaries who
lead executive departments.
highest or second highest official in the executive
branch of a sovereign state, a federal state, or a self-governing colony, autonomous region, or
other government
the head
of government
de facto political leader of the government.
The local government in the Philippines is divided into three levels:
provinces
and independent cities, component cities and municipalities, and barangays
The local government in the Philippines is divided into three levels, All of
which are collectively known as
Local Government Units (LGUs)
the chief executive of the provincial
government, is mandated to exercise powers and perform duties and functions
necessary to promote the general welfare of the province and its inhabitants.
The Provincial Governor
The mayor supervises all programs, projects, services, and
activities of the city government.
City or municipal leader
also called as chairman or barangay councilor. The following are
the roles and functions of barangay chairman
Barangay Leader
Enforce all laws and ordinances in relation to the governance of the city
Implement all policies, programs, projects, services, and activities of the city
City or municipal leader
Qualities of a Good Government Leader
- They are mission driven
- They are creative problem solvers
- They invest in relationships
- They know how to function strategically with limited resources
- They demonstrate integrity
- They can communicate their own vision
One of the most powerful ways to get buy-in on key priorities is by effectively communicating
your vision.
They can communicate their vision
Effective government leaders know how to stay cool under pressure rather than get tired, and
are strategic and critical thinkers —– all characteristics of a ________.
They are creative problem solvers.
The relationships you build influence your future, and effective government leaders realize that.
They know that success is achieved by those who are surrounded by people who want them
to succeed.
They invest in relationships
Effective government leaders demonstrate integrity to show that their employees can trust
them. They are deemed reliable, allowing them to get results while balancing relationships.
They demonstrate integrity
Resources in the government can change quickly. Budget cuts can appear without warning,
making it difficult to do more with less.
They know how to function strategically with limited resources
Effective government leaders that are mission driven acknowledge that maximizing employee
engagement is a key driver of organizational performance
They are mission driven
Functions of a Government Leader
maintaining order,
providing public services,
providing national security,
providing economic security, and
providing economic assistance.
