Mengapa Pegawai SPPG Diprioritaskan Jadi PPPK Dibanding Guru

Summary

The Indonesian government’s plan to hire employees for the 'Satuan Layanan Pembunuhan Gizi' (SPBG) program as civil servants (P3K) has raised concerns, especially among honorarium teachers. While the SPBG staff is set to be fast-tracked for P3K positions, teachers, with years of service, face delays in their own appointments despite limited P3K slots. The decision, based on a presidential regulation, has led to accusations of inequality and constitutional violations, as critics argue the government prioritizes welfare programs over education funding, compromising fair treatment for long-serving teachers.

Takeaways

• 😀 The government is planning to hire employees from the Free Nutritional Meals Program (MBG) as government employees under the P3K contract, a decision that will be implemented in February 2026.
• 😀 The decision to hire MBG staff under the P3K contract is being criticized due to the lack of attention to the ongoing situation of honorary teachers in the country.
• 😀 Honorary teachers, earning low salaries of up to 1 million IDR, are still not included in the government's P3K program, even though it has been offered to MBG staff.
• 😀 The Peraturan Presiden (Presidential Regulation) No. 115 outlines the plan for MBG employees to be hired as P3K, including key positions like nutrition experts and accountants.
• 😀 The government estimates that at least 30,000 MBG staff are needed to serve 82.9 million beneficiaries, leading to a potential hiring of 59,400 additional P3K staff.
• 😀 However, not all MBG staff will be automatically promoted to P3K, and specific roles within MBG, like department heads and nutritionists, will be prioritized.
• 😀 The P2G (Perhimpunan Pendidikan dan Guru) association has expressed strong criticism, arguing that the government is not treating teachers equally compared to MBG employees in this hiring process.
• 😀 Since 2024, the government has stopped recruiting new P3K teachers, citing the end of the tenure for the honorary worker restructuring program that began in 2021.
• 😀 The government has also offered part-time P3K positions to teachers who did not pass the P3K exam, but this does not provide substantial benefits for teachers in terms of job security or salary.
• 😀 Critics argue that the fast-tracking of MBG staff into P3K roles violates constitutional mandates, especially concerning the allocation of 20% of the national budget for education, which would be diverted to MBG salaries instead of teachers' welfare.

Q & A

What is the significance of the government’s decision to hire SPPG workers as P3K?

The decision to hire SPPG workers as P3K (Government Employees with Work Agreements) is part of a broader government initiative to formalize the employment of key workers involved in the national food program (MBG). This move aims to increase the effectiveness of the program and ensure better quality service delivery, especially in nutrition and food assistance.

What are the key criticisms raised by the Perhimpunan Pendidikan dan Guru (P2G) regarding this decision?

P2G has strongly criticized the government's decision, arguing that the focus on elevating SPPG workers to P3K status is unfair, especially since many honorarium teachers still lack proper recognition and benefits. They contend that teachers, who have been working for years, should be prioritized for P3K recruitment rather than new SPPG staff.

How many SPPG are currently operational, and what is their role in the MBG program?

As of January 8, 2026, there are 19,800 operational SPPG workers, each of whom serves between 2,000 and 3,000 beneficiaries daily. These workers are central to the implementation of the MBG program, which provides free nutritious meals to millions.

What does the government estimate in terms of the need for SPPG workers to support the MBG program?

The government estimates a need for at least 30,000 SPPG workers to serve 82.9 million beneficiaries as the MBG program expands. This highlights the growing demand for personnel to sustain and scale the program effectively.

What are the implications of the government’s decision to halt the recruitment of P3K teachers?

The halt in P3K teacher recruitment since 2024 is seen as part of the government's broader effort to reorganize the honorarium teacher workforce. The decision has led to a shortage of P3K positions for teachers, despite the fact that many honorarium teachers continue to work under precarious conditions.

What is the P3K Paru Waktu program, and why is it controversial?

The P3K Paru Waktu (part-time) program is a new initiative where honorarium teachers who do not qualify for full-time P3K positions are offered temporary, part-time government jobs with limited benefits. This program is controversial because it does not provide adequate welfare for teachers, particularly as it offers lower compensation and fewer job security guarantees compared to full-time P3K roles.

How does the government’s allocation of the national budget affect education under the current policies?

Under the current policies, the allocation for education is falling short of the constitutional mandate, which requires 20% of the national budget to be devoted to education. Critics argue that using funds for SPPG staff wages rather than prioritizing teachers in the P3K program goes against the principle of prioritizing education.

What is the role of Peraturan Presiden (Presidential Regulation) No. 115 regarding the SPPG workers?

Peraturan Presiden No. 115 outlines the governance and operational guidelines for the MBG program, including the provision for elevating SPPG workers to P3K status. This regulation ensures that these employees are formally recognized and compensated according to the law.

What are the concerns raised by media experts about the priority given to SPPG workers over teachers?

Media experts, such as Wahyu di Askar from UGM, argue that prioritizing SPPG workers over long-serving teachers reflects systemic injustice. They point out that while SPPG workers have only recently been hired, teachers have been working for years and should be given more attention in terms of job security and benefits.

How does the decision to prioritize SPPG over teachers align with the constitutional mandate on education spending?

Critics argue that the prioritization of SPPG over teachers violates the constitutional mandate for education funding, as it diverts resources away from the educational sector. By channeling funds into SPPG workers' salaries instead of addressing the needs of honorarium teachers, the government is seen as not fully fulfilling its commitment to education.