Assessment of Factors Influencing Employee Motivation in Private Hospitals in Tanzania: A Case of Rabininsia Memorial Hospital.

Mollel, Givilina Lembrice (2020) Assessment of Factors Influencing Employee Motivation in Private Hospitals in Tanzania: A Case of Rabininsia Memorial Hospital. Masters thesis, The Open University of Tanzania.

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Abstract

This study examined factors influencing employees motivation in private hospitals in Tanzania with a case of Rabininsia Memorial Hospital. More specifically, this study determined the influence of intrinsic factors on employee motivation and find out that the influence of extrinsic factors on employee motivation. Data was gathered using questionnaire and results evaluated using the Statistical Package of Social Scientists Program (SPSS). Findings indicated that recognition and workplace cooperation as well as employee competence and ability influence employee motivation. Findings showed that wage structure, leadership style, the system of reward and promotion and organizational communication and information flow influence employee motivation. The study concludes that the intrinsic driving force in individuals that starts and sustains a sequence of acts and reactions is essential. It is therefore important that the administration of the Rabininsia Memorial Hospital know what extrinsic factors motivate the employees to be more motivated. In order to increase workplace motivation, the majority of external influences were managed by the Rabininsia Memorial Hospital and may be used by management as well. The report suggests that the management of Rabininsia Memorial Hospital should adopt strategies and procedures that impact employee motivation positively. These strategies should be consistent with general organizational objectives and goals, and should contribute to the strategies for long-term and short-term human resources in the Hospital. Keywords: Motivation, Extrinsic Motivation & Intrinsic Motivation.

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