BALA-DHAMMA APPLICATION FOR PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION EFFICIENCY PROMOTION OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE COURT OFFICE

Abstract

This research article aims to 1. examine the effectiveness of human resource management (HRM) at the Office of the Administrative Court, 2. investigate the factors that enhance such effectiveness, and 3. Propose the application of Bala Dhamma (Four Spiritual Powers) to promote HRM efficiency within the organization. A qualitative research design was employed, using in-depth interviews with 25 key informants divided into seven groups: 7 senior administrative court executives, 6 administrative officers, 6 organizational management practitioners, 6 operational staff members, 2 human resource specialists, 2 Buddhist scholars, and 2 public administration experts. The collected data were analyzed descriptively through content analysis.

The findings reveal that effective HRM at the Office of the Administrative Court requires transparent, competency-based recruitment aligned with ethical values; systematic knowledge management; continuous legal revision; and comprehensive staff support. Key contributing factors include repositioning the HR department as a strategic partner and fostering visionary, participatory leadership. The application of Bala Dhamma viriya bala (effort), panya bala (wisdom), anavajja bala (blamelessness), and sangaha bala (solidarity) creates a balanced approach between administrative efficiency and moral conduct. These principles foster a culture of perseverance, data-driven decision-making, integrity, and teamwork, aligning with the strategic directions of Digital HR and E- Government. Ultimately, integrating Buddhist principles into HRM provides a framework for building a professional, ethical, and adaptive civil service capable of sustaining organizational development in the digital era.