BUDGET MANAGEMENT FOR DISASTER RESPONSE IN RISK AREAS FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF PUBLIC SECTOR EXECUTIVES A CASE STUDY OF MAESAI DISTRICT, CHIANGRAI PROVINCE

Abstract

This research aims to study budget management for disaster response in high-risk areas from the perspective of public sector executives in Mae Sai District, Chiang Rai Province. A qualitative research methodology was employed, using structured interviews to collect data from key informants including the Deputy District Chief Officer, the Chief Executive of the Subdistrict Administrative Organization, the Head of the Municipal Clerk Office, and the Chief of the Chiang Rai Provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office, as well as operational-level officials in the area. The findings revealed that budget management for disaster response still faces several limitations, such as insufficient funding, delays in disbursement, and complicated bureaucratic procedures. Nevertheless, relevant agencies have made efforts to apply integrated management approaches, cross-sector collaboration, and strategic planning to enhance their disaster response capabilities. The study recommends increasing budget flexibility, allocating emergency funds at the local level, and strengthening inter-agency cooperation networks to improve the efficiency and responsiveness of disaster management operations.