Chapter 2 - Integrity Is The Core Of Wellbeing PDF

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This document explores the concept of integrity with a focus on Malaysian society. It discusses the importance of national governance, corporate governance, human governance, and ethics. The document delves into causes of corruption and suggests ways to improve integrity within society, including examples of actual cases.

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Module 2 INTEGRITY IS THE CORE OF WELLBEING Lecturer : Ms. Jamilah Binti Hashim "Indeed, Allah does not change the state of the people until they change the state of themselves." - Al-Quran, Ar-Ra’d: 11 - Importance of National Governance Good governance is: A critical...

Module 2 INTEGRITY IS THE CORE OF WELLBEING Lecturer : Ms. Jamilah Binti Hashim "Indeed, Allah does not change the state of the people until they change the state of themselves." - Al-Quran, Ar-Ra’d: 11 - Importance of National Governance Good governance is: A critical aspect for the prosperity and progress of a country. Have a direct impact on the well-being of the people. Concrete governance planning can promote transparency, accountability, inclusiveness and effectiveness. All of these contribute to a civil, democratic and well-functioning administration. Governance / Corporate Governance Governance Governance / Human Governance Governance / Corporate Governance Definition of corporate governance “According to High Level Finance Committee Report (1999), corporate governance is defined as the process and structure used to direct and manage the business and affairs of the company towards promoting business prosperity and corporate accountability with the ultimate objective of realising long-term shareholder value while taking into account the interest of other stakeholder.” Governance / Human Governance “Human Governance refers to being human. Being human means being guided by a common set of principles inherent in every human being (Salleh and Ahmad, 2010)”. ETHICS in life Ethics is a knowledge of what is right and wrong, what is good and bad; Ethical principles in individual will guide a person's decision- making when they find themselves in a situation where they have to make a different choice or alternative. NO INTEGRITY CAUSES OF CORRUPTION MEANING OF INTEGRITY The quality of being honest and having strong principles the state of being whole and undivided. - Oxford Dictionary, 2nd Edition 2003 - MEANING OF INTEGRITY Honesty, transparency, perfection and integrity. - Dewan Dictionary, 2000 Edition - MEANING OF INTEGRITY Integrity in general is a superior quality that exists as a whole and cohesively in individuals and organisations. Integrity is closely related to ethics. - PIN, 2004 - MEANING OF INTEGRITY About the nature of perfect individuals and organisations based on pure values such as honesty, truth, trust, fairness, responsibility, transparency, efficiency and wisdom. - Malaysian Integrity Institute - INTEGRITY in a nutshell “Is doing the RIGHT thing, even when no one is watching” - C.S Lewis - How is the INTEGRITY of Malaysian Society? INTEGRITY Test Assessing the integrity of Malaysians? Is this act considered integrity? POOR LEADERSHIP WEAKNESSES OF INDIVIDUAL WEAKNESSES 5 SYSTEMS AND INTEGRITY PROCEDURES DETERIORATION FACTOR CULTURE STRUCTURES AND INSTITUTIONS INDIVIDUAL WEAKNESSES Integrity is not a culture Weak self-defence Lack of appreciation of pure values Poor work ethic Greed Reflect on one’s own weaknesses Life pressure Likes to take chances Likes to pursue luxury Living extravagantly POOR LEADERSHIP Does not set a good example Does not emphasise integrity Gives instructions that violate procedures and rules Does not walk the talk WEAKNESSES OF SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES Practices, systems and procedures are weak and prone to corruption and misconduct Outdated and inappropriate rules are no longer implemented Lack of transparency in a process Lack of enforcement or selective enforcement Lack of monitoring Limited human and material resources TOXIC CULTURE Community that does not value integrity Afraid to report for fear of retaliation Indifference “Yes Man” STRUCTURES AND INSTITUTIONS STRUCTURE The organisational structure is messy, outdated and does not fit with time Organisational goals that are not clear and reasonable INSTITUTIONS Overlapping competencies, tasks and responsibilities between institutions No coordination between organisations Conflict of objectives between institutions Why can 1. No integrity individuals get 2. Nature – likes to be celebrated caught up in 3. Nature - want to profit easily 4. The organisational culture of giving gifts corruption and 5. Evil collusion between officials and misuse of power contractors 6. Contractor tactics - establishing good relations with certain officials 7. Contractor tactics - start with a small party or gift 8. The contractor's tactic - Today’s favour is tomorrow’s debt 9. Tested with bribes repeatedly 10. Able to reject bribes but not indefinitely ACTUAL ACT WITHOUT CASES INTEGRITY Embezzlement in rice fertiliser subsidy The audit examination found embezzlement in the following forms: rice farmers did not receive fertiliser subsidies the recipient was not a farmer the same recipient received from two sources subsidy recipients exceeded eligibility - LKAN 2012 - SEREMBAN, 17 January 2012 - A former director of a government department was charged for Forge own promotion forging his own promotion documents. documents Offences include: a) Forgery of promotion instruction letter Grade 48 - adjustment of salary and allowance RM40,000. b) Forgery of acting instruction letter Grade 52 (KUP) - adjustment of salary and allowance RM5,000 c) Forgery of promotion decision letter from Grade 48 to Grade 52 - adjustment of salary and allowance RM5,700. d) Forgery of Grade 54 acting decision letter. 29 January 2015 - The Court of Appeal sentenced her to 2 years imprisonment and a fine of RM10,000. Take advantage of single mothers who need a home November 18, 2014 - An official of a public agency was charged with asking for sex from a single mother In return for obtaining approval to own an affordable house owned by the Poor People's Housing Project (PPRT). Forging a degree to get a job: Former factory manager fined KUALA LUMPUR, 22 September 2016 - A factory manager was charged for forging a Bachelor's degree from a private college in Kuala Lumpur. Aiming to apply for a job as Deputy CEO at a college. Pleaded guilty and was fined RM20,000. Breach of trust: KULAIJAYA, 1 November 2011 - A former Former amil jailed for amil/imam was sentenced to 4 years in 4 years, 3 lashes prison and 3 lashes for breach of trust. The accused pleaded guilty to committing breach of trust with respect to money from zakat fitrah collection and orphan donation collection amounting to RM19,510. The accused has used the money for himself. Lack of motivation to work Forgery of documents Lack of efficiency System and procedure Misuse of power weaknesses INTEGRITY Conflict of interest CHALLENGE Embezzlement Unethical People's complaints No quality CORRUPTION A HIGH RISK FIELD Be careful if you work in this field CONTRACT AND TENDER Integrity issues that always happen Conflict of interest Favouritism towards contractors and alliances Deliberately not reporting deficiencies or shortcomings Leaking department’s information Distorting the facts about the client’s work, goods or services Issuing ‘variation orders' without control Fraud in 'progress payments' Receive commissions/bonus Abuse of power for personal or family gain PURCHASE AND SUPPLY Integrity issues that always happen Excessive purchases The delivery of goods of inferior quality that do not meet the contract specifications Increased prices Payment plan depending on the convenience and side of the respective provider Overlapping payments for the same item The order is broken down into small parts Abuse of provisions Frequent in-haste and unplanned purchases Intentionally creating the need for a service/work/purchase Payment has been made, but the goods have not been delivered ENFORCEMENT AND SUPERVISION Integrity issues that always happen Using power for one’s advantage Use of discretion without control Taking advantage when dealing with customers who are having problems False overtime or deliberately causing overtime Truancy Not compliance with departmental rules Failure to supervise the duties of subordinate officers Threatening customers for personal gain OFFICE PROPERTY AND ASSETS Integrity issues that always happen The quantity of goods delivered is insufficient. The goods delivered are of poor quality/do not meet the specifications. Unreported theft/loss of goods from the warehouse. Using office property/items for personal gain Distribution of unregistered office supplies CULTIVATE INTEGRITY STAY AWAY FROM CORRUPTION INTEGRITY start from the heart Parents shape children's INTEGRITY Children's Education Integrity PSA Fix your intentions! Always seek sustenance from halal sources PSA Upin Ipin - Rezeki Barakah GOVERNMENT INITIATIVES to improve the integrity of public services 1979 - Excellent Service Guide 1980 - Time Recorder Card 1982 – Clean, Efficient, Trustworthy Campaign 1982 - Look East Policy Among the 1983 - Name Sign government's 1983 - Leadership By Example initiatives to 1985 - Application of Islamic Values in Administration improve the 1987 - Islamic Work Ethics integrity of 1989 - Excellent Work Culture Movement public services 1991 - Q Day Celebration 1992 – The 12 Pillars Book 1998 - PM's directive to implement Noble Values activities 2000 - Management Integrity Committee 2004 - National Integrity Plan (PIN) 2007 - Value Audit 2009 - MACC Act 2009 2009 - KPI Among the 2009 - KIK government's 2009 - Governance Integrity Committee 2009 - National Key Achievement Areas (NKRA) initiatives to 2009 - NBOS improve the 2013 - Establishment of Agency Integrity Unit integrity of 2014 - Integrity and Governance Committee (JITU) public services 2014 - EKSA/5s 2014 - HRMIS 2018 - Special Committee on Anti-Corruption (JKKMAR) 2018 - Anti-Corruption Committee (JAR) 2019 - National Anti-Corruption Plan (NACP) 2019-2023 ACTIVITY 1 2 SILANG KATA 3 4 Melintang : 1. Nilai baik 4. Kuasa + Peluang - ? = Rasuah Menegak : 2. Perlulah berkat 3. Ciri pemimpin yang baik 4. Pelita hidup 1 2 SILANG KATA 3 4 Melintang : 1. Nilai baik 4. Kuasa + Peluang - ? = Rasuah Menegak : 2. Perlulah berkat 3. Ciri pemimpin yang baik 4. Pelita hidup THANK YOU!

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