Innovación y modelos emergentes de liderazgo en la gestión pública. Revisión sistemática
Innovation and emerging leadership models in public management. A systematic reviewContenido principal del artículo
El liderazgo público innovador es crucial para la transformación de servicios públicos contemporáneos. Este estudio tiene como objetivo analizar las dimensiones clave y competencias requeridas para un liderazgo público innovador. La metodología es de enfoque cualitativo, mediante una revisión sistemática de 18 estudios (2019-2024) de Web of Science, Scopus, ProQuest Central, JSTOR, EBSCO y Google Scholar. Se identificaron seis dimensiones: liderazgo transformacional adaptativo, colaborativo en ecosistemas, digital e inteligente, ético y transparente, para la innovación y experimentación, y de servicio público. Los resultados evidencian que el liderazgo efectivo requiere competencias híbridas integrando visión estratégica, habilidades relacionales, inteligencia digital, compromiso ético y orientación a valor público. Se propone el Modelo Integral de Liderazgo Público Innovador (MILPI) articulando niveles individual, organizacional y sistémico. Se concluye que los programas de desarrollo deben incorporar enfoques experienciales, mentorías estructuradas y aprendizaje continuo para fortalecer capacidades ante retos actuales del sector público.
Innovative public leadership is crucial for the transformation of contemporary public services. This study aims to analyze the key dimensions and competencies required for innovative public leadership. The methodology employs a qualitative approach, using a systematic review of 18 studies (2019-2024) from Web of Science, Scopus, ProQuest Central, JSTOR, EBSCO, and Google Scholar. Six dimensions were identified: adaptive transformational leadership, collaborative leadership in ecosystems, digital and intelligent leadership, ethical and transparent leadership, leadership for innovation and experimentation, and public service leadership. The results demonstrate that effective leadership requires hybrid competencies integrating strategic vision, relational skills, digital intelligence, ethical commitment, and a public value orientation. The Comprehensive Model of Innovative Public Leadership (MILPI) is proposed, articulating individual, organizational, and systemic levels. The study concludes that development programs should incorporate experiential approaches, structured mentoring, and continuous learning to strengthen capacities in the face of current public sector challenges.
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