Effect of Motivational Packages on Fire Brigade and Rescue Officers' Performance in Tanzania: A Case of Singida Fire Brigade.

Kweka, Judith Eliphaleth (2025) Effect of Motivational Packages on Fire Brigade and Rescue Officers' Performance in Tanzania: A Case of Singida Fire Brigade. Masters thesis, The Open University of Tanzania.

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Abstract

This study assessed the effect of motivation packages on fire fighter officers’ performance in Singida Region. The study was guided by three specific objectives; to determine the effect of monetary incentives, training opportunities and good working conditions on fire fighter officers’ performance. Positivist philosophy was employed in this study while quantitative research approach was used. Explanatory research design was the choice of this study. 94 firefighters were randomly sampled from a population of 123 firefighters. Structured questionnaires were employed as data collection tool. Descriptive statistics and multiple linear regression were used as tools of data analysis. This study found that all three independent variables namely monetary incentives, training opportunities and good working conditions were positive and significantly related to fire fighter officer’s job performance. Based on the findings, this study recommends that Singida Fire Brigade should continue to invest in and possibly enhance its financial incentive packages. Secondly, Singida Fire Brigade continue to invest in and expand its training programs. Lastly, Singida fire brigade management should ensure that the fire stations are equipped with up-to date firefighting equipment, including protective gear, communication tools, and vehicles. Keywords: Motivation Packages, Monetary Incentives, Training Opportunities, Good Working Conditions, Fire Fighter officers Job Performance

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