cometadata/datacite-titles-descriptions-related-identifiers huggingface dataset:
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.19929711.v1
title: Agency problems in the public sector: the role of mediators between central administration of city hall and executive bodies

description: Abstract This article aims to identify the effects of mid-level bureaucrat’s allocation in the intermediation of relations between the main authority of a city’s executive branch and the city’s secretariat, considering the principal-agent relationship in public administration. The study interviewed analysts responsible for goal and project management who mediate the agency relationship between the Chief of Staff and the executive bodies implementing projects put forward by Rio de Janeiro’s City Hall, in order to examine the effects of the analysts’ intermediation in terms of reducing agency problems. The agency problems referred to in the article are due to public administration’s hierarchical structure, resulting from the differences in motivation and goals of the actors, information asymmetries, risk propensity and different planning horizon. Results show this intermediation is positive to reduce agency problems, impacting in terms of difference in motivation and information asymmetries.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.19929713
title: Rules matter: determinants of bureaucratic control in the Bolsa Família Program

description: Abstract The literature on the Bolsa Família Program has focused on issues such as the impact on poverty and inequality, the effects related to the electoral process and the role of conditionalities. However, the Bolsa Família Program is also associated with a problem of principal-agent relationship, because it requires the effective control of a set of rules for its operation. In the national literature, little has been produced on the effect of formal rules as instruments for political actors’ behavioral modeling. The proposal here is to explore the role of the federal and local bureaucracies in public policies management in a highly decentralized federation. In order to test how factors of policy, institutional and geographical nature influence the intersectoral management of the program, the study uses multiple linear regression models for a comparative analysis between about 5.500 cities. The results show that variables such as political competition and regional location positively impact the quality of management. The study concludes that the effective application of rules was crucial to generate institutional learning among actors involved in the policy.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.19929713.v1
title: Rules matter: determinants of bureaucratic control in the Bolsa Família Program

description: Abstract The literature on the Bolsa Família Program has focused on issues such as the impact on poverty and inequality, the effects related to the electoral process and the role of conditionalities. However, the Bolsa Família Program is also associated with a problem of principal-agent relationship, because it requires the effective control of a set of rules for its operation. In the national literature, little has been produced on the effect of formal rules as instruments for political actors’ behavioral modeling. The proposal here is to explore the role of the federal and local bureaucracies in public policies management in a highly decentralized federation. In order to test how factors of policy, institutional and geographical nature influence the intersectoral management of the program, the study uses multiple linear regression models for a comparative analysis between about 5.500 cities. The results show that variables such as political competition and regional location positively impact the quality of management. The study concludes that the effective application of rules was crucial to generate institutional learning among actors involved in the policy.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.19929714
title: The importance of local economic growth on the elections of Brazilian chief executives of governments

description: Abstract The motives for choosing the government’s chief executive are of vital importance in a democratic society. In this article, evidence is presented of how local economic growth in the last year of government has a positive impact on the percentage of votes obtained by the incumbent in a population sample of Brazilian municipalities, with data of the presidential and municipal elections of 2000 to 2010. Real GDP growth of the city is used as a measure of local economic growth to test the hypothesis that voters in a municipality tend to reward incumbents and their candidates, if they had good economic performance in the last year of their mandate. The hypothesis is based on the economic theory of voting, suggesting that incumbents are more likely to win re-election, or elect their successor, when the economy is good. Panel and Multilevel models are used to detail the effects and the impact of economic growth in the proportion of votes obtained by the incumbent. The multilevel analysis was used in order to better explore existing heterogeneity in the economic voting phenomenon and thereby infer how economic growth effects may vary among parties, the federation units, constituency and other variables.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.19929714.v1
title: The importance of local economic growth on the elections of Brazilian chief executives of governments

description: Abstract The motives for choosing the government’s chief executive are of vital importance in a democratic society. In this article, evidence is presented of how local economic growth in the last year of government has a positive impact on the percentage of votes obtained by the incumbent in a population sample of Brazilian municipalities, with data of the presidential and municipal elections of 2000 to 2010. Real GDP growth of the city is used as a measure of local economic growth to test the hypothesis that voters in a municipality tend to reward incumbents and their candidates, if they had good economic performance in the last year of their mandate. The hypothesis is based on the economic theory of voting, suggesting that incumbents are more likely to win re-election, or elect their successor, when the economy is good. Panel and Multilevel models are used to detail the effects and the impact of economic growth in the proportion of votes obtained by the incumbent. The multilevel analysis was used in order to better explore existing heterogeneity in the economic voting phenomenon and thereby infer how economic growth effects may vary among parties, the federation units, constituency and other variables.
DOI: 10.5517/ccdc.csd.cc2bdb7b
title: CCDC 2156801: Experimental Crystal Structure Determination

description: Related Article: Eric Bosch, Gregory M. Ferrence, Conrad J. Powell, Daniel K. Unruh, Herman R. Krueger, Ryan H. Groeneman|2022|CrystEngComm|24|3841|doi:10.1039/D2CE00360K
DOI: 10.5517/ccdc.csd.cc2bdb8c
title: CCDC 2156802: Experimental Crystal Structure Determination

description: Related Article: Eric Bosch, Gregory M. Ferrence, Conrad J. Powell, Daniel K. Unruh, Herman R. Krueger, Ryan H. Groeneman|2022|CrystEngComm|24|3841|doi:10.1039/D2CE00360K
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.5634358
title: Ideas and economy in the policy reforms of the Brazilian oil sector: 1995 to 2010

description: Abstract This paper examines changes in oil revenue management in the period from the market-oriented reforms of the 1990s to the new oil sector regulatory framework introduced in 2010. Grounded on a combination of the long-term view afforded by historical institutionalism and the tools for modelling agents’ behaviour offered by rational choice institutionalism, it stresses the importance of ideas and associated interests in the policy outcome, considering stakeholder interaction in the process, the institutional framework, the new critical juncture, and the new domestic and international setting. The result indicates that the Brazilian oil policy follows the ideas path during the 1990s and 2000s, reflecting the dominant interests in each phase. As well, the domestic economic outlook was critical to determine the extent to which the government had to follow international agencies policy recommendations.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.5634358.v1
title: Ideas and economy in the policy reforms of the Brazilian oil sector: 1995 to 2010

description: Abstract This paper examines changes in oil revenue management in the period from the market-oriented reforms of the 1990s to the new oil sector regulatory framework introduced in 2010. Grounded on a combination of the long-term view afforded by historical institutionalism and the tools for modelling agents’ behaviour offered by rational choice institutionalism, it stresses the importance of ideas and associated interests in the policy outcome, considering stakeholder interaction in the process, the institutional framework, the new critical juncture, and the new domestic and international setting. The result indicates that the Brazilian oil policy follows the ideas path during the 1990s and 2000s, reflecting the dominant interests in each phase. As well, the domestic economic outlook was critical to determine the extent to which the government had to follow international agencies policy recommendations.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.19929716
title: Environmental policy integration in Brazil: an analysis of climate and biodiversity policies

description: Abstract This article debates the importance and the current state of environmental policy integration among the areas of climate change and biodiversity in Brazil. It presents and critically evaluates the theoretical assumption that differences in bureaucratic cultures will necessarily result in policy integration difficulties. Based on the theoretical framework of grid-group cultural theory, it argues that the dominant egalitarian style developed within the context of biodiversity policies diverges, and sometimes hampers integration with climate change policies, which were found to present a predominantly hierarchical approach. Finally, the role of political leadership in overcoming the institutional barriers represented by bureaucratic cultures is also presented as an important factor relativizing and qualifying the predictions of cultural theory.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.19929716.v1
title: Environmental policy integration in Brazil: an analysis of climate and biodiversity policies

description: Abstract This article debates the importance and the current state of environmental policy integration among the areas of climate change and biodiversity in Brazil. It presents and critically evaluates the theoretical assumption that differences in bureaucratic cultures will necessarily result in policy integration difficulties. Based on the theoretical framework of grid-group cultural theory, it argues that the dominant egalitarian style developed within the context of biodiversity policies diverges, and sometimes hampers integration with climate change policies, which were found to present a predominantly hierarchical approach. Finally, the role of political leadership in overcoming the institutional barriers represented by bureaucratic cultures is also presented as an important factor relativizing and qualifying the predictions of cultural theory.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.5634361
title: The volatility of S&T policy agenda in Brazil

description: Abstract In the 1950s, Brazil first made science and technology (S&T) an explicit item on its federal policy agenda. The international crises of 1970s interrupted the expansion of public investment in the area. Following 2000, relative macroeconomic stability brought back industrial policies based on systemic approaches to innovation. However, S&T policies initiatives have been overcome by the ongoing macroeconomic crisis and the governments’ incapability to maintain the macroeconomic stability. This paper discusses Brazil’s S&T policy track record, taking into account institutional path dependence that has held back the orchestration of a long term development model.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.5634361.v1
title: The volatility of S&T policy agenda in Brazil

description: Abstract In the 1950s, Brazil first made science and technology (S&T) an explicit item on its federal policy agenda. The international crises of 1970s interrupted the expansion of public investment in the area. Following 2000, relative macroeconomic stability brought back industrial policies based on systemic approaches to innovation. However, S&T policies initiatives have been overcome by the ongoing macroeconomic crisis and the governments’ incapability to maintain the macroeconomic stability. This paper discusses Brazil’s S&T policy track record, taking into account institutional path dependence that has held back the orchestration of a long term development model.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.5634535.v1
title: Procedural model in the evaluation of public policy through gamification

description: Abstract This article proposes a procedural model designed to optimize the experience of citizens in decision making of public policies through gamification. The study assumes that gamification increases motivation and contributes to increase involvement within a specific area. In this case, gamification is used to encourage citizens’ engagement in decision-making, based on three models of evaluation of public policies that incorporate civil participation in three different roles: auditor, passive and active. After applying the Delphi methodology, the results of reliability and internal consistency show that experts attribute a higher value to the model of active participation using gamification. In conclusion, the model designed opens a new area of knowledge within the evaluation of public policies, embedded in the interactivity of the media context.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.5634535
title: Procedural model in the evaluation of public policy through gamification

description: Abstract This article proposes a procedural model designed to optimize the experience of citizens in decision making of public policies through gamification. The study assumes that gamification increases motivation and contributes to increase involvement within a specific area. In this case, gamification is used to encourage citizens’ engagement in decision-making, based on three models of evaluation of public policies that incorporate civil participation in three different roles: auditor, passive and active. After applying the Delphi methodology, the results of reliability and internal consistency show that experts attribute a higher value to the model of active participation using gamification. In conclusion, the model designed opens a new area of knowledge within the evaluation of public policies, embedded in the interactivity of the media context.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.19929717.v1
title: Determinants for compliance with budget and deadline in constructions for education purposes: an analisys of cities in Espírito Santo

description: Abstract This article aims to identify characteristics that contribute to reducing the probability of delays and overpayment related to the construction of schools and other types of Education facilities in municipalities of Espírito Santo. The article carries out a literature review of the topics related to the efficient allocation of public resource and previous studies. The characteristics were then classified in five dimensions. Results indicate that the following variables contribute to avoid or reduce delays: type of bidding process, type of service, number of inhabitants, mayors in their second term and their party. Regarding overpayments, the significant characteristics were type of bidding process, number of inhabitants and the mayor’s party. This study contributes to the discussion on how public spending could be more efficient.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.19929717
title: Determinants for compliance with budget and deadline in constructions for education purposes: an analisys of cities in Espírito Santo

description: Abstract This article aims to identify characteristics that contribute to reducing the probability of delays and overpayment related to the construction of schools and other types of Education facilities in municipalities of Espírito Santo. The article carries out a literature review of the topics related to the efficient allocation of public resource and previous studies. The characteristics were then classified in five dimensions. Results indicate that the following variables contribute to avoid or reduce delays: type of bidding process, type of service, number of inhabitants, mayors in their second term and their party. Regarding overpayments, the significant characteristics were type of bidding process, number of inhabitants and the mayor’s party. This study contributes to the discussion on how public spending could be more efficient.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.5634499.v1
title: The school environment and its performance: analysis of the scores obtained by schools from the state of Espírito Santo in the nationwide exam Prova Brasil, using multiple linear regression

description: Abstract This article describes the relationship between the school environment and its performance. The study observed the score obtained in the nationwide school evaluation exam called Prova Brasil (2013) by the schools that are part of Espírito Santo’s educational system, analyzing them through multiple linear regression. The sample consisted of 244 schools and 10 environmental variables were analyzed, of which 3 formed the regression model by the stepwise method: Index of Teacher Regularity, Indicator of Teacher Stress and Abandonment Rate. The variables obtained 47.9% of association with the score obtained in Prova Brasil and explained 22% of the score’s variation. In addition, the variables are subject to management from civil servants working in the state’s educational system. The findings reinforce the importance of the school environment, as well as of the teacher, as a way to reduce — through the school — the effects of the unfavorable family and social background.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.5791911
title: Role conflict and role ambiguity in the work of judges: the perceptions of Portuguese judges

description: Abstract The reform of the judiciaries of several countries have created a new role for judges, a managerial role, in which judges assume new management responsibilities. This new role is different from the traditional one which focused on judicial tasks, and has generated conflict and ambiguity in the work of judges. This study aims to identify and discuss the conflicts and ambiguities between the judicial and administrative roles performed by Portuguese judges. The research took place in Portugal over the period between 2013 and 2014, and data was collected from in-depth interviews with 12 judges. The research identifies several areas of role conflict and ambiguity in the judges’ work. The main conflicts are: incompatibility between the carrying out of judicial and management activities; high workload and insufficient and unmotivated administrative staff; the need to maintain both productivity and judicial quality; and the great responsibility of the position but poor remuneration. The main ambiguities reported are: the formal relationship between judges and administrative officials; the judge’s function in the process of court planning; the criteria for the distribution of judicial proceedings among judges; and the criteria to evaluate judges’ performance. These results are discussed and a research agenda is suggested.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.5791911.v1
title: Role conflict and role ambiguity in the work of judges: the perceptions of Portuguese judges

description: Abstract The reform of the judiciaries of several countries have created a new role for judges, a managerial role, in which judges assume new management responsibilities. This new role is different from the traditional one which focused on judicial tasks, and has generated conflict and ambiguity in the work of judges. This study aims to identify and discuss the conflicts and ambiguities between the judicial and administrative roles performed by Portuguese judges. The research took place in Portugal over the period between 2013 and 2014, and data was collected from in-depth interviews with 12 judges. The research identifies several areas of role conflict and ambiguity in the judges’ work. The main conflicts are: incompatibility between the carrying out of judicial and management activities; high workload and insufficient and unmotivated administrative staff; the need to maintain both productivity and judicial quality; and the great responsibility of the position but poor remuneration. The main ambiguities reported are: the formal relationship between judges and administrative officials; the judge’s function in the process of court planning; the criteria for the distribution of judicial proceedings among judges; and the criteria to evaluate judges’ performance. These results are discussed and a research agenda is suggested.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.5792682
title: Organizational commitment and job satisfaction: a study with municipal civil servants

description: Abstract This study aims to analyze the relationship between organizational commitment and job satisfaction among civil servants of city halls. The theoretical platform that was used to approach organizational commitment was based on the model of Meyer and Allen (1991), validated in Brazil by Medeiros and Enders (1998). Regarding job satisfaction, the construct of Siqueira (1995, 2008) was used. For research development, the quantitative approach was chosen, being the data collected using research instruments derived from scales validated for these constructs. The methods used in the comparison of averages were t test and Anova, and in the evaluation of relationships, exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses and structural equation modeling. The associations between the constructs showed that affective dimension of commitment shows a significant relation with satisfaction. In the same way, but with a negative relation, the normative dimension also shows relation with job satisfaction, indicating the higher the normative commitment of employees, the lower their satisfaction. As for the instrumental dimension, there was no relation with satisfaction. The results showed that civil servants of city halls feel satisfied when they are affectively committed and dissatisfied if their commitment is only to comply with norms.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.5792682.v1
title: Organizational commitment and job satisfaction: a study with municipal civil servants

description: Abstract This study aims to analyze the relationship between organizational commitment and job satisfaction among civil servants of city halls. The theoretical platform that was used to approach organizational commitment was based on the model of Meyer and Allen (1991), validated in Brazil by Medeiros and Enders (1998). Regarding job satisfaction, the construct of Siqueira (1995, 2008) was used. For research development, the quantitative approach was chosen, being the data collected using research instruments derived from scales validated for these constructs. The methods used in the comparison of averages were t test and Anova, and in the evaluation of relationships, exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses and structural equation modeling. The associations between the constructs showed that affective dimension of commitment shows a significant relation with satisfaction. In the same way, but with a negative relation, the normative dimension also shows relation with job satisfaction, indicating the higher the normative commitment of employees, the lower their satisfaction. As for the instrumental dimension, there was no relation with satisfaction. The results showed that civil servants of city halls feel satisfied when they are affectively committed and dissatisfied if their commitment is only to comply with norms.