scholarly journals The Moderating Effect of Government Policy on Strategic Leadership and Performance of County Governments in North Rift Region, Kenya.

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ondiek B. Alala(PhD) ◽  
Apalia Antony
Keyword(s):  
Government Policy ◽  
Policy Development ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Moderating Effect ◽  
Strategic Leadership ◽  
County Government ◽  
Governance System ◽  
County Governments ◽  
The North ◽  
And Performance

The Constitution of Kenya 2010 reversed the centralized non - participatory governance paradigm by institutionalizing a devolved governance system. A total of 47 counties were created in the constitution. Each county was to receive funding from the National government and at the same time generate funds to sustain themselves. Devolution approaches tailored to sub-national, regional and local circumstances were considered better able to address the continuing problems caused by entrenched territorial inequities in growth, income and employment. These counties are streamlined under government polices where evaluation is done and planned early in the policy development cycle and embedded into all policies. The objectives of the study were to determine the moderating effect of government policy on strategic leadership and performance of county governments in North Rift region, Kenya. The study adopted mixed research design that targeted 539 county governments’ employees in the North Rift region. A sample size of 230 employees was determined and selected by use of stratified random sampling technique. The main study instrument was self-administered questionnaire and interview guide. Validity was determined by population and content validity. Reliability of instruments was tested by use of Cronbach’s alpha. Both descriptive statistics and inferential statistics were adopted. It was noted that government policy has a moderating role because in its presence, it accounts for 53% of the performance of county government while in its absence, the performance can only be attributed to 49.2%. The study concluded that government policy has a moderating effect with performance in the county government.

scholarly journals Effects of Strategic Determinants on Implementation of County Annual Development Plans among County Governments in Kenya. A Case of Selected Kenyan Counties

2021 ◽  
pp. 69-84
Author(s):  
Ali Hassan Abdi ◽  
Mary Mbithi ◽  
Moses Kithinji
Keyword(s):  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Organizational Structures ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Empirical Literature ◽  
Strategic Leadership ◽  
County Government ◽  
Organizational Resources ◽  
County Governments ◽  
Development Plans ◽  
Executive Officers

Kenya devolved governance, which is in massive transition, has devoted substantial efforts in developing strategic county annual development plans. However, the county governments are paying less attention on implementation of these viable plans. Despite a considerable research on implementation of strategic plans, the Kenya county government lack substantial empirical literature to guide in establishing strategic determinants informing implementation their plans among Kenya counties. So immediate analysis was appropriate for assessing these strategic determinants, hence this study. This study used descriptive survey research design with it is target population being the 531 officers actively involved in implementation of county annual development plans and particularly; county executive officers, administrators, and members of county assemblies from Kajiado Kiambu, Machakos and Nairobi counties. A sample size of 228 respondents was determined using Yamane formula; who were selected using stratified proportionate random sampling. The data was collected using questionnaire pre-tested for reliability and validity. Quantitative technique was exploited to yield descriptive statistics while ordinal logistics regressions was employed in assessing the relationships between strategic determinants and plans’ implementation. The study concludes that at 0.05 level of significance, there is a statistically significant effect of each of; strategic leadership characteristics, organizational resources, organizational culture and organizational structure on implementation of county annual development plans among County Governments in Kenya. The study recommends for the counties to review strategic leadership policies manage their organizational resources effectively, rethink their organizational cultures, and energise their organizational structures.

scholarly journals Corporate Growth Strategies, External Operating Environment and Firm Performance: An Empirical Survey of Large Manufacturing Firms in Nairobi City County, Kenya

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 21
Author(s):  
Alexander Irungu Wanjiru ◽  
Stephen Makau Muathe ◽  
Jane W. Kinyua-Njuguna
Keyword(s):  
Firm Performance ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Manufacturing Firms ◽  
Moderating Effect ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Growth Strategies ◽  
Operating Environment ◽  
Corporate Growth ◽  
And Performance ◽  
The Relationship

Theoretical literature in strategic management describes performance as outcome of firm’s strategic objectives, which are developed and executed at the corporate level of management. Conceptual propositions also suggest that the external operating environment of a firm influences the relationship between its corporate strategies and performance. This paper examines the direct effect of corporate growth strategies on performance of large manufacturing firms in Nairobi City County, Kenya. The strategies under study are market development, product development and diversification. The paper also examines the moderating effect of external operating environment on the relationship between corporate growth strategies and performance of the large manufacturing firms. The authors adopted indicators of competitive position, consumer behaviour and credit accessibility to measure external operating environment.Multistage probability sampling technique was used to select study sample of 189 firms. One hundred forty eight firms responded where primary data was collected using a semi-structured questionnaire. Data was analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The study findings indicate that corporate growth strategies have a positive and significant impact on a firm’s performance. It also found out that external operating environment has a moderating effect on the relationship between corporate growth strategies and firm performance. The study has important implications for managers and policy makers of the manufacturing firms.

Microcredit Services and Performance of Women Owned Enterprises in Kilifi County, Kenya

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 52-62
Author(s):  
Saumu Sidi Julius ◽  
Maina Rugami
Keyword(s):  
Low Income ◽  
Financial Literacy ◽  
Mining Industry ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Hiv Infections ◽  
County Government ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Microfinance Institutions ◽  
Limited Access ◽  
And Performance

Women owned enterprises play an important role in ensuring the growth of an economy. However, most of these businesses face challenges including limited access to credit facilities and limited skills among women owners. Commercial banks have consistently remained reluctant to advance credit facilities among low income earners who mostly comprise of these women owned enterprises. Majority of the women owned enterprises are still at micro level with limited ability to transact in larger profitable firms because of limited access to financial resources. The main economic activities that the youth and women are engaged in Kilifi County include small scale business/trade, mining industry, bodaboda business, Mnazi tapping, Casuallabour and commercial sex. Despite this, the youth and women are faced with a myriad of challenges which include poor/low pay, exploitation, health Complications, unwanted pregnancies, HIV infections. Some of the ways in which these challenges facing women engaged in business in Kilifi County can be managed include; capacity building/education, government financial support, enforcement of laws of child labour, guidance and counseling and creation of employment. There has been a rise in the number of women owned enterprises in the County with the advent of county government system. The County Government of Kilifi has given opportunities and credit to youth, special needs group and women to start or expand their businesses and also get procurement opportunities. However these women owned enterprises have had challenges with sufficient financing especially from microfinance institutions in the County. The study sought to bridge the gap by establishing the effect of Microfinance Services and performance of women owned enterprises in Kilifi County, Kenya. The study was guided by the following objectives; to establish the effect of loan facilities, saving services, influence of financial literacy and convenience and reputation of credit institutions on performance of women owned enterprises in Kilifi County, Kenya. The study was anchored on the following theories; Resource based view theory and Social Learning theory. The study used descriptive research design. The population of the study was 1281 women owned enterprises. The study applied stratified random sampling technique. The sample size was therefore296 women owners of registered enterprises in Kilifi County. The collected data wasbe qualitative and quantitative in nature. To analyze qualitative data, content analysis was employed. For quantitative data, the researcher employed both descriptive and inferential statistics for analysis that covered means, standard deviations and regression analysis. The study established that microfinance services had a positive effect on the performance of women owned enterprises in Kilifi County. The study concluded that there were significant microfinance services provided by MFIs in Kilifi County for women-owned enterprises in Kilifi County. The study concluded that microfinance services offered by MFIs positively and significantly influenced the performance of women-owned enterprises in Kilifi County. It was concluded further that some of the enterprises were not aware of the microfinance services offered by MFIs in Kilifi County. The study recommends that the women-owned enterprises need to be sensitized on the available microfinance services and how to access them. The study recommends that the enterprises need to improve their saving culture to enhance their capital base and financial performance.

scholarly journals The Levels of transparency and county service delivery in Kenya

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 14-25
Author(s):  
Kellen K Kiambati
Keyword(s):  
Service Delivery ◽  
County Government ◽  
Cluster Sampling ◽  
Governance System ◽  
African Countries ◽  
County Governments ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
Standards Of Living ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Social Amenities

In order to push development to the grassroots and ensure citizens contribute meaningfully to development, many African countries have adopted the devolved governance system.  However, it has been observed that the devolution of political powers has not translated equally to envisioned overall development. In Kenya County governments have achieved various milestones towards development demonstrated through the infrastructure, social amenities, and standards of living. However, corruption has been increasing mainly due to a lack of transparency. This paper sought to examine the contribution of transparency levels in County government service delivery.  The study adopted mixed method approach using survey and in-depth interviews concurrently.  Stratified multi stage cluster sampling was deployed. Quantitative data was collected using questionnaires and qualitative data using interview schedules. Data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics and a typological theory developed to explain the study results. The study findings showed that the level of transparency in the counties was low which affected service delivery.  The study concluded that county governments should ensure that public participation and sharing of information is bidirectional to involve both users and management so as to improve service delivery.

scholarly journals RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN BUDGETARY PLANNING AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF COUNTY GOVERNMENT OF KERICHO, KENYA

2021 ◽  
pp. 19-24
Author(s):  
Margret Chepkorir ◽  
Dr. Willy Rugutt ◽  
Dr. Penina Langat
Keyword(s):  
Financial Performance ◽  
Planning Process ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
County Government ◽  
Inferential Statistics ◽  
County Governments ◽  
Business Entities

Budgeting has become a fundamental issue for many organizations and business entities across the globe. Despite the availability of legal framework on budgetary planning in the public sector, County Governments are still facing challenges such as delays in payment to suppliers, budget deficit, stalled projects and poor development records. It is on this basis that this study sought to investigate the relationship between budgetary planning and financial performance of County Government of Kericho, Kenya. The study was guided by allocation of resources theory, institutional theory and expenditure theory. The study adopted a correlation survey research design. The target population for the study was 3,848 employees from 12 departments of the County Government of Kericho. Proportion method and simple random sampling technique were used to ascertain sample size for the study. Both secondary and primary data were used for data collection where secondary data was collected from records in the County Government offices and primary data collected through structured questionnaires. Validity was ensured by discussing the content of the questionnaire with the supervisors and subject experts before going to the field. Cronbach’s alpha coefficient was used to determine the reliability of the research instrument which was found to be 0.873 which was considered ideal. Data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Descriptive statistics was presented by frequency tables, charts and graphs while inferential statistics were presented by correlation and regression models. The findings established that there was significant statistical relationship between budgetary planning (β =1.096, P<0.05). The study concluded that the independent variables understudy contributed 60.5 variation on financial performance (R2 =0.605). The study recommends that for efficient budgetary planning the county government should set realistic revenue targets so as to ensure that expected expenditure matches expected incomes and also acquire and train staff involved in budget planning for efficient planning process. KEY WORDS: Budgetary Process, Budgetary Planning, Financial Performance, County Governments in Kenya

scholarly journals Relationship Between Budgetary Monitoring and Financial Performance of County Government of Kericho, Kenya

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 76-84
Author(s):  
Margret Chepkorir ◽  
Penina Langat ◽  
Willy Rugut
Keyword(s):  
Financial Performance ◽  
Planning Process ◽  
Implementation Process ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Target Population ◽  
County Government ◽  
Inferential Statistics ◽  
County Governments ◽  
Business Entities

Budgeting has become a fundamental issue for many organizations and business entities across the globe. Despite the availability of a legal framework on budgetary processes in the public sector, County Governments are still facing challenges such as delays in payment to suppliers, budget deficit, stalled projects, and poor development records. It is on this basis that this study sought to investigate the relationship between monitoring and financial performance of the County Government of Kericho. The study was guided by expenditure theory. The study adopted a correlation survey research design. The target population for the study was 3,848 employees from 12 departments of the County Government of Kericho. A stratified sampling technique method and simple random sampling technique were used to ascertain the sample size for the study. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Descriptive statistics were presented by frequency tables, charts, and graphs, while inferential statistics were presented by correlation and regression models. The findings established that there was a significant statistical relationship between budgetary monitoring and financial performance (β = 0.901, p < 0.05). The study concludes that the budgetary monitoring had significant impact on financial performance of County Government of Kericho. The study recommends that for an efficient budgetary process, the county government should set realistic revenue targets to ensure that expected expenditure matches expected incomes and also acquire and train staff involved in budget planning for an efficient planning process. Participation from other stakeholders was also recommended to enhance the implementation process. The study recommends that further research on determinants of budget implementation in county governments should be carried out.

Analisis Pengaruh Kepemimpinan dan Komunikasi Terhadap Motivasi dan Kinerja Pegawai (Satuan Polisi Pamong Praja Kota Surabaya)

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Rodhiyallah ◽  
Amiartuti Kusmaningtyas ◽  
Hendro Tjahjono
Keyword(s):  
Linear Regression ◽  
Multiple Linear Regression ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Employee Motivation ◽  
Leadership Communication ◽  
Dominant Effect ◽  
And Performance

The aim of the study was to analyze and determine the influence of leadership and communication, on employee motivation and performance at Satuan Polisi Pamong Praja Kota Surabaya. Branch, as many as 100 persons. Sampling technique samples (Slovin) data was analyzed with multiple linear regression with SPSS for windows program. The result of the research indicated that leadership, communication, and motivation simultaneously have significant effect on employees’ performances with determination value of 0,424 or 4,24%. Leadership, communication and motivation partially has significant effect on performance. Communication itself has dominant effect on employee’s performance.

PENGARUH KOMPETENSI DAN LINGKUNGAN KERJA FISIK TERHADAP KINERJA KARYAWAN PT. SUZUKI INDOMOBIL MOTOR

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rasmansyah Rasmansyah ◽  
M Zainal Aripin
Keyword(s):  
Work Environment ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Employee Performance ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Physical Work ◽  
Physical Work Environment ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Dominant Influence

<em>This research was conducted based on the existence of problems in the competence and physical work environment of employee performance. This study aims to determine the effect of competencies and physical work environment simultaneously or partially on the performance of employees of PT. Suzuki Indomobil Motor. The sampling technique is the sample random sampling technique. The type of research used is descriptive and verivative research methods, with data collection techniques using primary data and secondary data. The results showed that competency, physical work environment, and performance were categorized quite well. Based on the calculation, it can be seen that simultaneously the competence and physical work environment have a positive and significant influence on the performance of the employees of PT. Suzuki Indomobil Motor. Partially shows that the physical work environment has the most dominant influence on the performance of employees of PT. Suzuki Indomobil Motor</em>

Frequency of Neck and Upper Extremity Musculoskeletal Disorders in Dentists

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 207-211
Author(s):  
Sidra Sarwar ◽  
Sara Khalid ◽  
Tahir Mahmood ◽  
Hadeeqa Jabeen ◽  
Shahid Imran
Keyword(s):  
Upper Extremity ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Dental Hospital ◽  
Upper Extremity Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
And Performance

Background: Musculoskeletal disorders are not only becoming prevalent among health care professionals in our country but are affecting their health and performance adversely. They are caused by poor ergonomics and awkward posture during work activities. The purpose of this study was to determine the frequency of neck and upper limb musculoskeletal disorders in dentists of Lahore, Pakistan. Material and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted during October 2017 to March 2018. The data was collected using convenient sampling technique from 162 Dentists including 52 males and 110 females of Children hospital Lahore, Punjab Dental hospital and Fatima Memorial Hospital, Lahore. Data was collected by using Mangalore Questionnaire for identification of musculoskeletal disorders. Descriptive analysis of the data was done using SPSS version 22.0. Results: Of 162 dentists, 115 (71%) suffered from musculoskeletal disorders. Shoulder was the most commonly affected region (30.9%) followed by neck (25.9%), arm (6.2%), wrist (4.3%), elbow (3.1%) and forearm (0.6%). Pain (45.7%) was found to be the most common complaint followed by muscle weakness (20.4%), paraesthesia (3.7%) and swelling (1.2%). Conclusions: It was concluded that majority of the dentists were suffering from musculoskeletal disorders with shoulder as the most affected region and pain as the most frequent complaint. Key words: Dentists, Musculoskeletal disorders, Neck pain, Upper extremity

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