INFLUENCE OF SERVANT LEADERSHIP ON JOB SATISFACTION AND RETENTION OF LECTURERS IN OSUN STATE-OWNED HIGHER INSTITUTIONS

INFLUENCE OF SERVANT LEADERSHIP ON JOB SATISFACTION AND RETENTION OF LECTURERS IN OSUN STATE-OWNED HIGHER INSTITUTIONS 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Title Page                                                                                  i

Declaration                                                                                ii

Approval Page                                                                           iii

Dedication                                                                                  iv

Abstract                                                                                     vi

Table of Contents                                                                      vii

CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION

1.1    Introduction                                                 1

1.2  Background of the study       3

1.3    Statement of the General Problem                                  4

1.4    Objective of the study                                                       5

1.5    Significance of the study                                                  5

1.6    Statement of hypothesis                                                   6

1.7    Scope of the study                                                             6

1.8    Limitation of the study                                                     7

1.9    Definition of terms                                                            7

CHAPTER TWO: LITERATURE REVIEW

2.0    Introduction                                                                      9

2.1    Review of related literature                                             9

2.2    Theoretical framework

2.3    Summary of review                                                           33

CHAPTER THREE: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3.1    Introduction                                                                      35

3.2    Research design                                                                35

3.3    Area of study                                                                    35

3.4    Population of the study                                                    36

3.5    Sample size                                                                       36

3.6    Instrument for data collection                                          36

3.7    Reliability of the instrument                                            37

3.8    Validity of the Instrument                                               38

3.9    Method of data Collection                                                 38

3.10  Method of Data Analysis                                                  39

CHAPTER FOUR: DATA PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS

4.1    Introduction                                                                      41

4.2    Characteristics of the respondents                                   41

4.3    Presentation of Data Analysis                                         43

4.4    Discussion of Findings                                                     48

4.5    Summary of findings                                                        49

CHAPTER FIVE: SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS

5.1    Summary                                                                          51

5.2    Conclusion                                                                        52

5.3    Recommendation                                                              53

Biography                                                                         54

Appendix                                                                           56

Abstract:
This study explores the influence of servant leadership on job satisfaction and retention of lecturers in Osun State-owned higher institutions. Servant leadership is a leadership approach that emphasizes the leader’s commitment to serving the needs of their followers and promoting their personal and professional growth. Job satisfaction and retention are crucial factors in the academic sector as they impact the quality of education and the overall functioning of higher institutions.

The study employs a mixed-methods research design, combining quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews. The target population consists of lecturers working in Osun State-owned higher institutions. The quantitative data is collected using a standardized questionnaire that measures servant leadership behaviors, job satisfaction levels, and intentions to stay or leave the institution. The qualitative data is gathered through in-depth interviews to gain a deeper understanding of the lecturers’ perspectives on servant leadership and its impact on their job satisfaction and retention.

The findings of this study will contribute to the existing literature on servant leadership, job satisfaction, and retention in the context of higher education. It is expected that servant leadership practices will positively influence lecturers’ job satisfaction levels and increase their desire to remain in their current positions. The study also aims to identify specific servant leadership behaviors that have the most significant impact on job satisfaction and retention.

The implications of this research are significant for educational institutions, particularly in Osun State. By understanding the relationship between servant leadership, job satisfaction, and retention, institutions can adopt effective leadership strategies that enhance the overall work environment and support lecturers’ professional and personal development. This, in turn, can lead to increased job satisfaction, higher retention rates, and improved educational outcomes.

The study’s findings can guide policymakers, administrators, and leaders in Osun State-owned higher institutions in designing and implementing servant leadership development programs and policies. By fostering a servant leadership culture, institutions can create an environment that promotes job satisfaction and encourages lecturers to remain committed to their roles, ultimately contributing to the advancement of higher education in the state.

Keywords: servant leadership, job satisfaction, retention, lecturers, higher education, Osun State.

INFLUENCE OF SERVANT LEADERSHIP ON JOB SATISFACTION AND RETENTION OF LECTURERS IN OSUN STATE-OWNED HIGHER INSTITUTIONS . GET MORE EDUCATION PROJECT TOPICS AND MATERIALS   

Sharing is caring!