WORKPLACE STRESSORS AND EMPLOYEES PERFORMANCE IN TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING INSTITUTIONS IN KERICHO COUNTY, KENYA

Christine Macharia, Dr. Millicent Mboya, Dr. Peter Ngatia

Abstract


The general objective of this research is to assess the influence of workplace stressors on employee’s performance in technical and Vocational Education and Training Institutions (TVET) in Kericho County, Kenya. Specifically, the study sought to determine the influence of management practices on employee performance in technical and vocational education and training institutions in Kericho County, Kenya and to determine the influence of work environment on employee performance in technical and vocational education and training institutions in Kericho County, Kenya. The study was guided by Principle of Administrative Management Theory and Herzberg's Two Factor Theory. The target population in this study is 20 TVETs in Kericho County. The units of observation are as follows; principals 20, HR 20, Heads of Department 40, Head of Sections 60, totaling to 140 respondents. Due to the number of population, the study employed census. The study relied on primary data which was collected through use of questionnaires. A pilot study was conducted to test validity and reliability of the data collection instrument. Data analysis was done through use of descriptive and inferential statistics. This was done with the help of Social Package for Statistical Science (SPSS) version 27. The study results were presented through use of tables. The study concludes that management practices have a positive and significant effect on employee performance in TVET institutions in Kericho County, Kenya. Further, the study concludes that work environment has a positive and significant effect on employee performance in TVET institutions in Kericho County, Kenya. From the findings, it is imperative for TVET institutions in Kericho County to invest in comprehensive management training programs for their leaders and administrators. In addition, it is crucial for TVET institutions to foster a culture of teamwork and collaboration among employees. Establishing collaborative platforms, such as cross-functional teams or project groups, can encourage interaction and communication among staff from different departments or disciplines.

Key Words: Workplace Stressors, Management Practices, Work Environment, Employees Performance


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