Effects of Motivation on Employees’ Performance at Muhimbili National Hospital.

Joseph,, Emmanuel (2020) Effects of Motivation on Employees’ Performance at Muhimbili National Hospital. Masters thesis, The Open University of Tanzania.

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Abstract

Motivating employees in organization is one of the most important functions for organizations that want to remain viable on the market today. Main purpose of this study was to assess the effects of motivation on employees’ performance at Muhimbili national hospital by specifically identifying types of motivation strategies employees are receiving from their employer and whether employees are satisfied with those motivation strategies. In the end the study examined motivation strategies that are significantly influences employee’s performance. The study adopted descriptive research design. Convenience and Purposive sampling was used to determine the sample size. Data was collected using structured questionnaires that were based on the research questions and coding was done for ease of analysis through SPSS. Descriptive statistics as well Pearson correlation were used to analyze data. This study revealed a set of motivation packages included monetary and non-monetary incentives to have been given to employees but found to be unsatisfactory provided that they are aged and therefore consistency in performance not guaranteed. The study also revealed positive significant relationship between motivation and employee’s performance. In the end, it was concluded that motivation factors such as job security, social interaction, recognition; career advancement, friendship, confidence and self-esteem are positively affecting employee performance. The study advocates for regular review of motivation strategies and prompts feedback by management to employees, as this will improve their performance. Keywords: Motivation & employees performance

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