Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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What is the meaning of Petugas Pilihan Raya (Polling Staff)?
What is the meaning of Petugas Pilihan Raya (Polling Staff)?
As a Petugas Pilihan Raya, you have the duty to carry out electoral responsibilities via selected roles. For example, Ketua Tempat Mengundi (Presiding officer of a polling center), Kerani Pengundian (Polling Clerk), Pemandu Arah Pusat Mengundi (Direction coordinator in a voting center).
Are only civil servants allowed to become Petugas Pilihan Raya?
Are only civil servants allowed to become Petugas Pilihan Raya?
No. Generally, the Returning Officer (Pegawai Pengurus) comes from various government departments or agencies. Returning officers set the criteria and the manner in which the Petugas are being appointed.
Do I need to provide a CV to apply for Petugas Pilihan Raya?
Do I need to provide a CV to apply for Petugas Pilihan Raya?
No. The Returning Officer will provide the basic criteria for Petugas, (e.g., your work position, residence). You will face tight competition for these positions.
Will Tindak Malaysia assist me in getting a Petugas position?
Will Tindak Malaysia assist me in getting a Petugas position?
Yes (with conditions). Tindak Malaysia can only suggests potential candidates of Petugas and the Returning Offier determine who becomes Petugas.
Can I choose the location where I can serve as Petugas?
Can I choose the location where I can serve as Petugas?
Yes BUT you must be flexible. Petugas vacancy are rarely publicized and you need to have the flexiblity to seize any opportunity of vacancy.
How many days do I need to serve for Petugas Pilihan Raya?
How many days do I need to serve for Petugas Pilihan Raya?
TIndak Malaysia requires all Petugas Pilihan Raya candidate to allocate at least three to four days (including weekdays) for Petugas related duties.
What are some of the roles available in an election available from the Election Commission?
What are some of the roles available in an election available from the Election Commission?
Ketua Tempat Mengundi (Presiding officer of a polling center)
Kerani Pengundian 1,2,3 and 4/ Kerani Mengira Undi (Polling Clerk/Counting Clerk)
Kerani Penyemak Daftar Pemilih (Electoral Roll Checker Clerk)
Penunjuk Pusat Arah Pusat Mengundi (Direction coordinator in a voting center)
Pembantu Pilihan Raya (Elections Assistant)
Penyelia Pusat Mengundi (Polling Centre Supervisor)
Kerani Pengeluaran, Pembukaan dan Pengiraan Undi Pos (Postal Vote Clerks)
Can I ask for a specific position?
Can I ask for a specific position?
In Tindak Malaysia, we strongly encourage our volunteers to take up whatever roles are being opened by the Returning Officers due to the rarity of Petugas roles being open to the public.
However, we will always consider your experience and preferences in any specific role provided if there's availability of the position while bearing in mind this does not guarantee to secure you the position you prefer.
I have no prior experience in serving in an election, can I sign up for the Petugas programme?
I have no prior experience in serving in an election, can I sign up for the Petugas programme?
Yes! We welcome any individuals who are interested in serving the nation through elections. There are certain positions such as polling clerks which are more friendly to inexperienced individuals, we will also provide ample training to make sure you are ready to serve your role in an election.
How many trainings are to be expected from the Petugas programme?
How many trainings are to be expected from the Petugas programme?
In Tindak Malaysia we prefer the attendance of two (2) equivalent days of training prior to the deployment of any election. We also carry out monthly training which can be held virtually and are available to our Petugas volunteers.
Other than the training by Tindak Malaysia, there's a mandatory training session organised by Election Commission for every Petugas role.
What's the difference between Petugas and Pemerhati?
What's the difference between Petugas and Pemerhati?
Petugas (polling workers) are those who will serve within the voting channel or centre they are being assigned to, typically confined to roles in carrying out the process of voting as well as guiding voters to their voting channels.
Pemerhati (election observers) are those who will watch over an electoral process to ensure that it complies with the relevant laws and regulations for elections. Election observers are allowed to observe and report any irregularities to relevant authorities such as the Election Commission, Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM) and Malaysia Anti Corruption Agency (MACC).
Can I be a member of a political party and serve as Petugas?
Can I be a member of a political party and serve as Petugas?
Yes, as long as you do not hold any positions, apart from the membership, in the political party AND/OR do not actively participate in any political related activities the moment you are being considered as a Petugas.
Can I be a Petugas and a Pemerhati in an election?
Can I be a Petugas and a Pemerhati in an election?
No, a person who applies to be an Election Observer (for whichever organization) cannot become a Polling Staff. Similarly a person who pursues a Polling Agent or Counting Agent (PACA) role during an election period cannot become a Polling Staff.
Is there a minimum or maximum age limit to join?
Is there a minimum or maximum age limit to join?
Yes, our Petugas need to be 18 years old or above.
As for maximum age, it is up to the Returning Officer who reserves the right to reject candidates.
Does prior experience of being a Polling Agent, Counting Agent (PACA) suitable to become Petugas Pilihan Raya?
Does prior experience of being a Polling Agent, Counting Agent (PACA) suitable to become Petugas Pilihan Raya?
Yes (with exceptions). PACA experience can assist in speeding up your learning process, however we encourage all of our candidates to adopt a fresh mindset when it comes to Petugas Pilihan Raya.
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