scholarly journals THE EFFECTS OF DONOR FUNDING ON THE PERFORMANCE OF SEXUAL REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH NGOS IN MOMBASA COUNTY

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 21-40
Author(s):  
Lydiah Gachenge ◽  
Thomas Githui ◽  
Robert Gathaiya

Purpose: Local Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) play crucial role in uplifting livelihoods and overall economic development in Kenya. However, several local NGOs have experienced dwindling performance as a result of insufficient donor funding. It is in this vein that the current study assessed the effects of donor funding on the organizational performance of local sexual reproductive health NGOs in Mombasa County. The specific study objectives included; to establish the effect of availability of donor funds, funds management, and capacity building on the performance of local NGOs. Methodology: The study adopted a descriptive survey research design while the target population was all the employees of sexual reproductive health NGOs in Mombasa County. The study used simple random sampling technique. A structured questionnaire was self-administered to all employees of the 14 NGOs. The study utilized descriptive statistics and multiple regression analysis. Diagnostic tests such as normality and multicollinearity were used. Results: The research found that funds’ management, funds’ availability, capacity building, and government policies had positive relationship with NGOs project performance. The study concludes that NGOs had various sources of funding. It concludes that the NGOs ensured funds’ management by employing qualified accounting staff, embracing openness for regular donor evaluations, ensuring financial disclosures to stakeholders. The study concludes that NGOs’ staff had adequate experience in running projects. It was concluded that there was no level business environment for local NGOs, the available government NGO operation policies were unfriendly and the Co-ordination Act needed improvement. Unique contribution to theory, policy and practice: The study recommends that all NGOs should continue sourcing for multiple reliable funders. The study recommend that all NGOs should uphold proper planning for finances, monitoring, evaluation, and budgeting control to ensure accountability to promote successful completion of projects. The study recommends that NGOs’ staff should be subjected to regular timely task-oriented training.

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 95-105
Author(s):  
Santy Irene Putri

Background: The role of health students in providing information about reproductive health is very important, especially regarding reproductive health rights for women with disabilities. This is crucial to do because women with disabilities are very vulnerable to violence and discrimination, especially in terms of reproductive health. Objectives: This study aimed to analyze the influence of knowledge and intention toward behavior of female health students in accessing information on reproductive health rights for women with disabilities. Research Methods: This was a quantitative study with a cross-sectional design. This study was conducted at the Midwifery Study Program at Tribhuwana Tunggadewi University Malang in October 2020. The sample size was 50 subjects, selected by simple random sampling technique. The dependent variable is the behavior of health female students in accessing information. The independent variables were knowledge and intention in access to information. Data collection using an online questionnaire. The data analysis technique used multiple linear regression. Results: The behavior of health female students in access to information was influenced by knowledge (b= 0.36, CI 95% = 0.12 to 0.60, p= 0.005), and intention in access to information (b= 0.45, CI 95% = 0.10 to 0.80, p= 0.014). Conclusion: Participants with good knowledge and high intention in access to information affect behavior in accessing information.   Keywords:  health students; reproductive health rights; women with disabilities


2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 115
Author(s):  
Dian Permatasari

Introduction: The globalization of information has a big impact on adolescents. The great curiosity of adolescents about reproduction encourages adolescents to seek information from various sources, including peers, parents, schools and information media. This requires correct and responsible information so that adolescents can have healthy reproductive behavior. The aim is to analyze the knowledge and motivation of peer counselors in the implementation of adolescent reproductive health counseling in Sumenep Regency. Methods: This study used quantitative methods with cross sectional design. The population in this study is the total population, namely all peer counselors who have received training on Adolescent Reproductive Health in Sumenep Regency as many as 66 people. Sampling technique using simple random sampling. Data analysis used chi-square statistical test and logistic regression. Results: The results showed that knowledge about adolescent reproductive health counseling, motivation towards the implementation of adolescent reproductive health counseling, had an influence on the implementation of adolescent reproductive health counseling. Conclusion: This study recommends the Sumenep Regency BPMP & KB Office to organize and activate adolescent reproductive health counseling training and invite peer counselors who are active in Sumenep district, as well as facilitate any adolescent reproductive health counseling activities in the form of facilities and infrastructure


Author(s):  
Nancy Haidar Ismail

This research has been aimed at evaluating the effect on the performance of workers of the Finance Management Institute. Descriptive research approach has been utilized for this. Simple random sampling technique was used to select the respondents for this study. The sample consisted of 25 senior employees and 25 younger employees (thus 50 in total). For data gathering, structured questionnaires have been utilized. The results of the research show that workplace organization has an effect on the respondents. The study has also shown that if management addresses the issues that have been discovered throughout research, the workers would enhance their performance. Such problems include flexibility in the workplace, noise distractions, personal connection of supervisors with workers, the availability of job support, the use of feedback for promotion and incentives. The results of our research also indicated that in order to resolve employee complaints, the company must have regular meetings with its workers as part of the motivating element. Management should develop methods and means of informing its workers of its objectives and plans so as to accomplish its mission, vision and business.


Jurnal NERS ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 194
Author(s):  
Hery Ernawati ◽  
Elsi Dwi Hapsari ◽  
Lely Lusmilasari

Introduction: Knowledge about reproductive health is very important for adolescents. They can make informed decision on their reproductive health. One of important media that serve as the source of information on reproductive health in adolescents is website. The objective of this study was to find out the relationship between the use of web-based information and knowledge about reproductive health in adolescents. Method: A Cross Sectional was conducted from February 2013 to April 2014, involving the Tenth and Eleventh Grade students of SMA, SMK, MA in Ponorogo Regency. The study was conducted in schools with computer facilities and internet connection, involving 210 adolescents, who were selected using Simple Random Sampling technique. The data was collected by questionnaire. Data analysis was conducted in univariate, bivariate with using Spearman Rank test, and multivariate ways using logistic regression test. Results: The study showed that mean website access frequency and duration for information about reproductive health by adolescents were 1.36 times a week and 1.65 hours; knowledge about reproductive health was 58,1% in low category; and no relationship was found between the use of web-based information system and knowledge about reproductive health in adolescents, even though there was an increasing trend in the frequency and duration of website visits for information related to reproductive health in adolescents. Discussion: The use of web-based information system does not have a significant relationship with knowledge about reproductive health in adolescents. Further research is necessary to explore the same subject with a different method, which is not selecting the respondents in the first meeting and use a closed questionnaire to select the respondents. This way, the adolescents will feel free and open to the researcher.Keywords: web-based information system, knowledge, reproductive health in adolescents


2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdo Abazinab Ababor ◽  
Desalegn Wirtu Tesso ◽  
Melese Chego Cheme

Abstract Objectives Globally, the research knowledge gap exists in the sexual reproductive health (SRH) services of street adolescents. The intensity of the problem is high in settings like Ethiopia, where there are limited access and integration of services. This study aimed at exploring risky sexual behaviors, needs, and barriers of SRH services among street adolescents in Nekemte town. A community-based cross-sectional study design with mixed approaches was used on a sample size of 219 street adolescents. Supplementary qualitative data of 24 in-depth interviews were collected from the street adolescents and SRH service providers. Time-location sampling or venue sampling technique (VDT) was used for a quantitative study. Quantitative data were analyzed by SPSS version 24.0. Results About 93% of street adolescents reported difficulty in accessing contraceptives. Behavioral change and sustainable access to SRH services are lacking among street adolescents. The Knowledge gap is more evident in early adolescents (10–13) period than the other classes. In general, street adolescents are deprived of access to SRH services. Mobile and flexible access to contraceptives should be designed targeting street adolescents.


2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Faisal Khan ◽  
Amir Sohail ◽  
Muhammad Sufyan ◽  
Maaz Uddin ◽  
Abdul Basit

Every organization needs to adopt workforce diversity due to which diverse work team every member has different skills, abilities and capabilities to improve organizational performance The objectives of this study are to investigate the relationship and effect between demographic variables especially Age, gender and education background diversity and dependent variable Employee performance among the employees of Higher education sector in Swabi district, KP Pakistan. The data has been collected on cross sectional through questionnaires and simple random sampling technique has been used. The population of this study is 440 faculty members of Higher Education Sector Districts, Swabi KP. Furthermore, the data has analyzed through different statistical technique by using SPSS software .The findings of the study shows that there is positive relationship between independent variables (Age, gender, education background and ethnic diversity) and dependent variable (Employee performance). In last, the study shows the recommendations for further researches and implementation for the individual, organization and policy makers.


2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (4) ◽  
pp. 1-15 ◽  
Author(s):  
Niguse Mengesha Habte ◽  
Abulie Takele Melku ◽  
Mulusew Teshome Alemayehu

Background Adolescents is the transition from childhood to adulthood .Which is a time of opportunity, but also one of risk. In Ethiopia, sexual and reproductive health problems of adolescents are increasing from time to time related to many parents not feeling happy to discuss sexual matters in addition to early sexual commencement among adolescents. Objective This study was intended to assess parent-adolescent communication on sexual and reproductive health matters and associated factors among secondary and preparatory school students in Robe Town, Bale Zone, South East Ethiopia, 2017. Methods Institution based cross sectional study was conducted among 394 secondary and preparatory school students in Robe town from April 10-25, 2017. Simple random sampling technique was used. Data was obtained through the use of a self administered questionnaire and supplemented by focus group discussion with parents. Data was entered using Epi Data 3.1 and analyzed by SPSS 20. Descriptive statistics and logistic regression analyses were done. Data quality was assured through careful questionnaire design, pretest and training. Results One hundred eighty six (47%) of the study participants had discussed at least two SRH issues with their parents. Grade eleven students were about nearly five times more likely discussed on sexual and reproductive matters with their parent compared with grade nine students (AOR: 4.88, 95% CI: 1.76, 13.54). Those living with relatives were 3.13 times less likely discussed as compared to those students are living with both parents (AOR: 0.32, 95%CI: (0.12, 0.80) and the odds of discussion on SRH matters is 2 times higher among females compared with their counterpart (AOR=2.02, 95% CI: 1.25, 3.26). Conclusions Communication on sexual and reproductive health matters between adolescent and parent was low. Majority of student preferred to discuss with their peers than parent. Being ashamed, parents lack of communication skill and parent knowledge on SRH issues were the major reasons mentioned by the students for not discussing about SRH matters with their parents. Therefore; comprehensive family life education needs to be initiated for the students and parents. Sexual information exchange between peers needs to be strengthened.


2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 12-27
Author(s):  
Lawrence Onyema ◽  
Agbeche Aaron ◽  
Odili Pope ◽  
Amadi Subai

Purpose: The main purpose for this research was to determine the degree at which oil servicing companies’ corporate foresight in the Niger Delta Region of Nigeria influences the firm’s sustainability in that region and how the firms are able to take advantage of future competitive advantages. Methodology: This research adopts the descriptive survey design with the application of simple random sampling technique. Questionnaires were the primary means for gathering data from the employees in the oil servicing industry. A total of one hundred and fifty four questionnaires were administered to the senior staff in the selected oil servicing companies in Niger Delta region. The data collected was analyzed using descriptive and correlational analysis and supported with statistical package for social science (SPSS). Findings: organizational sustainability in oil servicing companies in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria with emphases to the measures of sustainability like social, environmental and economic. Unique contribution: The study gave useful perception of oil companies by stating that oil companies’ personnel or managers who are future oriented are the wheel upon which the companies’ future depends. Keywords:       Corporate -Foresight, Organizational-Sustainability, Expert-based Foresight, Model-Based Foresight, Trend-Based Foresight, Environmental, Economic and Social.


2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 7-14 ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Bilal Majid ◽  
Mohd Sadad Bin Mahmud

The aim of this research is to investigate the impact of knowledge management on organizational performance with the moderating role of transformational and Participative leadership behavior in telecom sector of Punjab, Pakistan. How leaders motivate to their employees and how they enhance the performance of organizations by using their knowledge. Research approach was deductive. Postivism research paradiagm was used to measure the study. Simple random sampling technique was used to collect data from employees as well as managers of telecom sector. Sample size was 280 employees of telecome sector. This research is significant for academically and practically in public and policy making. How an organization can enhance to their performance, effectively when long-term commitment, trust, successful socialization of employees and organizational citizenship behavior take place in the organization.


Author(s):  
A. Ajiboye, Folasade ◽  
Ogunrinade, Ranti ◽  
O. Ayanleke, Samuel

The information age holds a number of daunting challenges for modern organizations, and more specifically, modern marketers. These challenges have contributed towards a fast-changing and more complex environment for organizations. This study examines the effect of E-marketing on the performance of the selected business organizations in Oyo State, Nigeria. The purposive method was used to select five manufacturing companies operating in Oyo State while the simple random sampling technique was used to select fifty respondents for the study. Data collected through structured questionnaire was analysed with the aid of Mean and Regression Analysis. Results of the analysis show that e-marketing has a significant impact on organizational performance measured by effective decision making, customer satisfaction and sakes volume.  The study also confirms that unstable power supply, lack of government support, low level of education of the owners/managers of business organizations and Security of documents through e-commerce are major threats to the success of e-marking adoption. The study concludes that the survival of business organizations, especially in this globally competitive environment, pivots on e-marketing. Subsequently, the study recommends that the government should provide enabling environment for e-commerce to triumph in Nigeria.  Also, management of Nigerian business organizations should establish e-marketing unit, administratively and financially separate and independent from marketing department, and give it a prominent place in the organizational structure, to be able to perform its functions without associating with the marketing management or other administrations in the company.


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