scholarly journals Relation of Occupational Stress and Job Satisfaction: A Study of Secondary School Heads in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

2018 ◽  
Vol III (II) ◽  
pp. 237-272
Author(s):  
Qaiser Suleman ◽  
Ishtiaq Hussain ◽  
Saib Shehzad
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Secondary School ◽  
Occupational Stress ◽  
Stress Reduction ◽  
Peer Group ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Stress Index ◽  
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa ◽  
Elementary And Secondary Education ◽  
School Heads

This paper examines the relationship between occupational stress and job satisfaction among secondary-school-heads in the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. A sample of only 402 secondary-school-heads (Male n = 260, Female n = 142) was selected with the help of multistage sampling technique. A descriptive and correlative design was employed. Two standardized tools were employed i.e., "Occupational Stress Index (OSI)" and Minnesota Satisfaction Questionnaire (MSQ) for seeking the responses. Pearson's correlation and linear regression were employed to analyze data statistically. The findings exposed a strong inverse relation between occupational stress and job satisfaction. Furthermore, a substantial negative correlation between all the subscales of occupational stress and overall job satisfaction is also present. Eight subscales of occupational stress, i.e., role ambiguity, responsibility for persons, under participation, unreasonable group and political pressure, low status, strenuous working conditions, peer group relations, and unprofitability were found significant predictors and have negative effect on job satisfaction. So, the researchers recommend focusing reduction in the level of occupational stress among secondary-school-heads. Elementary and Secondary Education Department should have collaboration with policy makers to formulate rewarding and effective strategies for stress reduction for secondary school heads to have high spirit for yielding good outcomes.

scholarly journals Occupational Stress among Secondary School Heads: A Gender Based Comparative Study

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 240 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ishtiaq Hussain ◽  
Nabi Bux Jumani ◽  
Qaiser Suleman
Keyword(s):  
Secondary School ◽  
Comparative Study ◽  
Occupational Stress ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Stress Index ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Gender Based ◽  
School Heads

<p><em>The purpose of the study was to examine and compare the occupational stress of male and female secondary-school-heads in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. All the male and female secondary school heads working in pubic secondary schools of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa constituted the population of the study. A total of 402 secondary school heads were selected as sample through multistage sampling technique in which 260 were males and 142 were females. Descriptive and quantitative survey research design was used. To seek the responses from the participants, a standardized tool i.e., “Occupational Stress Index (OSI)” was used. For statistical analysis, proper descriptive statistics i.e., mean, standard deviation and inferential statistics i.e., independent samples t-test were employed through SPSS. The findings revealed that both male and female secondary school heads were found occupationally stressful with respect to role overload, role conflict, strenuous working condition, unreasonable group &amp; political pressure, under participation, and unprofitability. Comparatively, there was no significant difference between the overall occupational stress of male and female secondary school heads. Based on findings, it was recommended that Elementary &amp; Secondary Education Department should have a collaboration with policymakers to develop comprehensive strategies for stress reduction for secondary school heads so that they may perform their duties effectively.</em></p><p><strong>Keywords:</strong> comparative study, gender based study, occupational stress, secondary school heads</p><p><em><br /></em></p>

scholarly journals Occupational Stress: Associated Factors, Related Symptoms, and Coping Strategies Among Secondary School-heads

2021 ◽  
Vol 36 (4) ◽  
pp. 529-553
Author(s):  
Qaiser Suleman ◽  
Alam Zeb Khattak ◽  
Ishtiaq Hussain
Keyword(s):  
Secondary School ◽  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Coping Strategies ◽  
Occupational Stress ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Stress Index ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
And Coping ◽  
School Heads

This study examined occupational stress, its related symptoms, associated factors, and coping strategies among heads of secondary schools in Kohat Division, Pakistan. A sample of 101 secondary school-heads was taken using a multistage sampling technique. Occupational Stress Index (Shrivastava & Singh, 1981) followed by four open-ended questions was used to investigate the study variables. Findings revealed that heads of secondary schools were occupationally stressed in their workplace. The most associated factors causing occupational stress were poor compensation, work overload, lack of effective advancement and promotion policy, poor implementation of education policy, lack of basic facilities, political interference, and under-participation. Several symptoms such as headaches, alterations in blood pressure, and digestive problems, were found to be associated with an increased risk of occupational stress. Furthermore, various related perceived physiological, psychological, and behavioral consequences were found to be caused by stress at work. Findings suggest that a comprehensive strategy promoted by the education department should be recommended for reducing stress among secondary school-heads and improving their wellbeing and other health-related conditions at the workplace.

scholarly journals Exploring Principal’s Leadership Competencies in Academic and Administrative Areas at Govt. Secondary Schools in the Province Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

sjesr ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 306-312
Author(s):  
Gauhar Zaman ◽  
Dr. Saqib Shehzad ◽  
Dr. Hafiz M. Irshadullah
Keyword(s):  
Secondary School ◽  
Research Study ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Leadership Competencies ◽  
Study Data ◽  
School Level ◽  
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa ◽  
Secondary School Level ◽  
Analytical Tools ◽  
School Heads

The present study has been conducted for the identification of Principals leadership’s competencies in academic and administrative areas at the secondary school level of education in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The population of this research study encompasses all 1422 Secondary School Principals. Random sampling technique was applied to select 377 school heads as respondents. To conduct the research study, data was collected through questionnaires, which were further tabulated for analysis through Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS), and analytical tools of mean, standard deviation, and correlation were used. It is found that the majority of the respondents responded that they had properly managed human resources, and performed academic and administrative activities for the promotion of education in the institutions. It is recommended that the level of leadership in administrative and academic areas be improved with modern approaches.

scholarly journals Relationship between perceived occupational stress and psychological well-being among secondary school heads in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

PLoS ONE ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 13 (12) ◽  
pp. e0208143 ◽  
Author(s):  
Qaiser Suleman ◽  
Ishtiaq Hussain ◽  
Saqib Shehzad ◽  
Makhdoom Ali Syed ◽  
Sadaf Ayub Raja
Keyword(s):  
Secondary School ◽  
Occupational Stress ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa ◽  
School Heads

scholarly journals School Teacher’s Perceptions about Equity Challenges and Features in Secondary School Education

2018 ◽  
pp. 63-81
Author(s):  
Tahira Roohi ◽  
Pervez Aslam Shami
Keyword(s):  
Secondary School ◽  
Inclusive Education ◽  
Secondary School Teachers ◽  
Two Dimensions ◽  
School Education ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa ◽  
Elementary And Secondary Education ◽  
Secondary School Education

This study was conducted to investigate the vision and surveillance of secondary school teachers regarding features and challenges that hinder equity in secondary school education. The study aims to explore effects of two dimensions of equity i.e. fair and inclusive at secondary school education in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The descriptive survey method was utilized in this study. The researcher – made instruments consisted of open-ended questions were administered to the 100 secondary school teachers of four districts i.e. Hangu, Karak, Peshawar and Haripur of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The study illustrate that the teachers preview the stipulation of fair and inclusive education system and design, resources, and curriculum are very crucial aspects that hinder the equity in secondary school education. To some extent, the features regarding secondary school teacher’s lesson planning, and students’ reward and punishment are encumbering the equity in education. Most of the teachers consider that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Elementary and Secondary Education Department (KPESE) have a chief role in the provision of an equitable secondary school education. On the basis of finding the conclusion was drawn and possible recommendations were suggested.

scholarly journals Job Satisfaction and Occupational Stress among Public and Private Bank Employees

2015 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dr. Karshan B. Chothani
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Occupational Stress ◽  
Stress Index ◽  
Private Bank ◽  
Satisfaction Scale ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Private And Public ◽  
National Bank ◽  
Bank Employees ◽  
And Gender

This article discusses the emerging research concerned with the effect job satisfaction on occupational stress experienced among bank employees. The Occupational Stress Index developed by A.K. Srivastava and A. P. Singh (1984) and Job Satisfaction scale (JSS) developed by Dr. Amar Singh and Dr. T R Sharma (2007) by the researchers to importune information from bank employees was administered to 100 respondents comprising of both public and private banks in the branches of SBI, Bank of Baroda, Punjab National Bank, Co-Operative Bank, ICICI, HDFC and Axis Bank within Ahmedabad city. Objectives of the studies are 1) To study the level of Job Satisfaction of Employees working in Private and Public bank in relation to types of Bank and Gender. 2) To study the Occupational Stress of Employees working in Private and Public bank in relation to types of Bank and Gender. 3) To know the correlation between Job Satisfaction and Occupational Stress of Private and public Bank employees. Statistical ‘t’-test and correlation were used for data analysis. The findings of the study reflect that Public Bank employees are more satisfied with their jobs and occupationally less stressed than the Private bank employees. Further Female bank employees are less satisfied and under higher level of occupational stress as compared to their Male bank employees counterparts. Whereas, there is a negative & significant co-relation between Job Satisfaction & Occupational stress of Bank employees. It is suggested from findings of the study, that in order to reduce occupational stress among Private bank employees, the job satisfaction must be enhanced.

scholarly journals Role of In-Service Promoted Secondary School Heads in Strengthening Secondary Education in Kohat Division (Pakistan)

2013 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 38
Author(s):  
Qaiser Suleman ◽  
Ishtiaq Hussain
Keyword(s):  
Secondary Education ◽  
Secondary School ◽  
Professional Training ◽  
Statistical Treatment ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
School Level ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
School Heads

The purpose of the current paper was to explore the role of in-service promoted secondary school heads in strengthening secondary education. The objectives of the study were: (a) to investigate the role of in-service promoted secondary school heads in strengthening secondary education; (b) to investigate the weak areas of in-service promoted secondary school heads in strengthening secondary education; and (c) to suggest workable recommendations to improve the administrative performance of in-service promoted secondary school heads. All the teachers and students at secondary school level in Kohat Division, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (Pakistan) constituted the population of the study. The study was delimited to male secondary school heads, teachers and students only. The study was further delimited to 30 secondary schools in each district of Kohat Division i.e., Karak, Kohat and Hangu. In order to ensure adequate representation of the population, 450 teachers and 900 students were selected through simple random sampling technique. The nature of the study was descriptive and questionnaires were used as research instrument. Pilot testing was conducted to eliminate the weaknesses, misconceptions and ambiguities of the questions in the questionnaires. Data was collected through personal visits. Then it was organized, tabulated, analyzed and interpreted. Statistical tools, i.e., percentage and chi square were used for the statistical treatment of the data. After analysis of the data, the researchers arrived at the conclusions that the overall administrative performance of in-service promoted secondary school heads was ineffective and unproductive. They lack the qualities of effective leadership and successful administration. Based on findings of the study, it is strongly recommended that a special professional training programme regarding school administration and management should be institutionalized so that in-service promoted secondary school heads may be equipped with the modern techniques of school management and administration. KEYWORDS: Role, In-service Promoted Secondary School Heads, Strengthening, Secondary Education

scholarly journals Role of Occupational Stress and Organizational Stress towards Job Satisfaction: A Study Based on Banking Sector Employees in Sri Lanka

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-12
Author(s):  
P. Siyambalapitiya ◽  
V. Sachitra
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Occupational Stress ◽  
Banking Sector ◽  
Employee Motivation ◽  
Psychological Problem ◽  
Organizational Stress ◽  
Stress Index ◽  
Future Research ◽  
The Relationship

Aims: Occupational stress, organizational stress, common occurrences among various professions worldwide, is regarded as a major psychological problem for banking employees. The aims of the study were to identify the relationship between occupational stress and job satisfaction among employees in banking sector of Sri Lanka, to identify the relationship between organizational stress and job satisfaction among employees in banking sector of Sri Lanka and to ensure whether there any differences of the occupational stress, organizational stress and job satisfaction with respect to private and public banks, gender and working experience. Methodology: A non-experimental correlational design was used in the study. A total of 200 banking employees from 6 banks completed the banking employees Stress Index, the Job Satisfaction Survey. Results: Study findings demonstrated that there were significant positive relationships between organizational stress and job satisfaction and between occupational stress and job satisfaction there was no any significant relationship. There were significant differences in levels of job satisfaction, between male and female banking employees. Male banking employees reported higher levels of job satisfaction. Working experience wise and sector wise, there was not any significant level of differences among organizational stress and occupational stress. Conclusion: Future research is needed to examine best practices for human resource managers to improve banking employee motivation and job satisfaction of banking employees.

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