Impact of socio-demographic factors on job satisfaction among academic staff of universities in Ghana

Milledzi, Eugene Yaw; Amponsah, Mark Owusu; Asamani, Lebbaeus

doi:10.5861/ijrse.2017.1729

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“…However, no significant difference concerning the gender of academic staff regarding their level of job satisfaction was found Milledzi, et al [10]. Referring to the findings of MIlledzi et al [10], we observed that job satisfaction of employees is determined by their age, rank, and marital status but not gender. The issue of gender indifference was confirmed by Beyene and Gituma [11], who found no significant difference in job satisfaction with respect to gender.…”

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“…Several demographic factors determine employees' job satisfaction. For instance, Milledzi Amponsah and Asamani [10] found that academic staff's age, rank and marital status affect their level of satisfaction with their jobs. However, no significant difference concerning the gender of academic staff regarding their level of job satisfaction was found Milledzi, et al [10].…”

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confidence: 99%

“…For instance, Milledzi Amponsah and Asamani [10] found that academic staff's age, rank and marital status affect their level of satisfaction with their jobs. However, no significant difference concerning the gender of academic staff regarding their level of job satisfaction was found Milledzi, et al [10]. Referring to the findings of MIlledzi et al [10], we observed that job satisfaction of employees is determined by their age, rank, and marital status but not gender.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Judging from the reviewed literature, it is evident that several studies have been conducted on employees' job satisfaction especially in the western world. However, very few of such studies focused on the variables in the case of Ghana Milledzi, et al [10]. From the aforementioned literature, the studies used variables such as gender, age, rank and marital status as demographic determinants of employees' job satisfaction Milledzi, et al [10]; Olatunji [14]; Azim, et al [19].…”

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confidence: 99%

“…However, very few of such studies focused on the variables in the case of Ghana Milledzi, et al [10]. From the aforementioned literature, the studies used variables such as gender, age, rank and marital status as demographic determinants of employees' job satisfaction Milledzi, et al [10]; Olatunji [14]; Azim, et al [19]. However, they did not take into consideration other demographic variables of employees such as years of work experience and academic qualifications.…”

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confidence: 99%

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Demographic Determinants of Job Satisfaction among Non-Academic Senior Staff of University of Cape Coast, Ghana

Ampofo

Prah²

2020

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This paper investigated the demographic determinants of job satisfaction among non-academic senior staff (referred to as senior staff) of the University of Cape Coast, Ghana. By employing the descriptive design with a quantitative approach, we used a sample of 302 senior staff who were selected through multi-stage sampling procedures. An adapted version of the Minnesota Satisfaction Questionnaire was used to gather data. One-way between groups Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), and independent samples t-test were used to analyse the data. Findings revealed a statistically significant difference in the job satisfaction of senior staff concerning their years of working experience [F(2, 300) = 9.940, p< 0.001)], with senior staff who had 6-10 years of work experience being more satisfied with their jobs (Mean = 175.20). Again, the paper established a statistically significant difference in the job satisfaction of senior staff regarding their academic qualification [F(2, 300) = 8.357, p = 0.043], with senior staff who had second degree being more satisfied (Mean = 183.61). However, our results revealed no statistically significant difference in job satisfaction of senior staff concerning their gender [t (300) = -0.384, p = .701], and rank [F(2, 300) = -4.462, p = 0.061]. We concluded from the results that while some demographic variables (academic qualification and years of work experience) determine senior staff’s job satisfaction, others (gender and rank) do not. We therefore, recommend that managers and administrators of tertiary educational institutions should develop strategies to enhance working conditions that will ensure opportunities for further studies, higher responsibilities and promotion.

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confidence: 59%

Section: Statement Of the Problemmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Statement Of the Problemmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Statement Of the Problemmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Statement Of the Problemmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Gender, age, and turnover intention among academic employees in higher education institutions in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Gessesse,

Premanandam

2024

Cogent Social Sciences

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Job satisfaction among career record personnel in the Ghana civil service: a case study

Ansong

Darko-Adjei

2022

RMJ

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Purpose Good records management and effective employees contribute greatly to the success of every organization. Like any other employees, records personnel need to be satisfied with their jobs so they are motivated. Unfortunately, records personnel in Ghana are faced with many challenges which negatively affect their job satisfaction. This study aims to examine the issue of job satisfaction among career records personnel in the Civil Service of Ghana. Design/methodology/approach Civil servants from 27 ministries and the Public Records and Archives Administration Department (PRAAD) were selected for the study. A survey questionnaire was the main data collection instrument used to gather data on selected variables from respondents. The questionnaire was answered by 115 out of 208 respondents: a response rate of 74.5%. Findings Institutional policy, supervision quality, co-worker relations quality, promotions opportunities, salary levels, benefits availability, the nature of the work itself and reward availability all had a significant and positive relationship with job satisfaction. Originality/value The case study findings can be used to inform a working document to help other public sector organizations in policy making regarding conditions of service. It is also directly beneficial to the Ghana Office of the Head of Civil Service and policymakers because the findings will help them to reshape their employment policies to positively affect job satisfaction of members in its records class.

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Impact of socio-demographic factors on job satisfaction among academic staff of universities in Ghana

Cited by 11 publications

References 56 publications

Demographic Determinants of Job Satisfaction among Non-Academic Senior Staff of University of Cape Coast, Ghana

Demographic Determinants of Job Satisfaction among Non-Academic Senior Staff of University of Cape Coast, Ghana

Gender, age, and turnover intention among academic employees in higher education institutions in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Job satisfaction among career record personnel in the Ghana civil service: a case study

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