Reflections on Microfinance

Muriu, Peter; Murinde, Victor; Mullineux, Andy

doi:10.1007/978-3-319-54166-2_5

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“…Similar sentiments reverberate across other African nations. For instance, Elias-Fatile (2021), Leseiyo &Ngui (2019), andMuriu et al (2017) elucidate underwhelming performance trends in Nigerian and Kenyan public institutions, attributed to challenges like inadequate remuneration, a dearth of effective training, and faltering compensation and appraisal systems. A comparable narrative unfolds in the Vietnamese civil service, depicted by Poon et al (2009) as suffering from low work ethic, irresponsibility, wastefulness, and arbitrary decision-making.…”

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Work engagement as a central driver: Reassessing employee well-being metrics and performance

Rosalina,

Rahmawati,

Sinarwati

2023

JEMA

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Traditional metrics of employee well-being, such as satisfaction and commitment, are now under scrutiny by scholars. There's growing concern that these measures might lead to complacency rather than maximizing workforce potential. Amidst this debate, work engagement is highlighted as a crucial determinant in enhancing workforce performance, especially in ever-evolving work contexts. This study aims to bridge existing gaps by unearthing the intricate relationships between work engagement, job satisfaction, and performance in the public sector. Data for the study were gathered through a survey questionnaire administered to 538 civil servants employed in the Indonesian government sector. Thus, the proposed mediation model was evaluated using Sobel test. The results revealed that work engagement does affect employee performance both directly and indirectly through job satisfaction. Intriguingly, the direct effect of work engagement on performance proved more dominant, marking it as a central contributor to productivity and efficacy in the public realm. This elucidates a complex interplay, emphasizing that while satisfaction plays a role, it's the intrinsic engagement of employees that stands paramount in driving optimal outcomes in the public sector.

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Work engagement as a central driver: Reassessing employee well-being metrics and performance

Rosalina,

Rahmawati,

Sinarwati

2023

JEMA

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“…Also, Health Sector with health centres having dilapidated infrastructure, lacking personnel to provide services and basic drugs [22]. In Kenya, the Local Government face the challenge of services delivery due to gross mismanagement of resources in Local Authorities [23]. In Uganda, services delivery is managed by Ministry of Local Governments through decentralisation program.…”

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The Influence of Financial Reporting on Service Provision within Bushenyi-Ishaka Municipality, Uganda

Tumwine,

Nyakundi,

Nyambane

2023

INOSR HSS

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This research delved into the impact of financial reporting on service provision within Uganda's Bushenyi-Ishaka Municipality. Despite governmental efforts and legislation aimed at enhancing service delivery, the actual status remains notably deficient in this specific region. Consequently, the study sought to uncover the influence of fiscal, operational, and integrated financial reporting on service provision, areas that have largely lacked exploration. The research framework was rooted in Agency Theory and executed through a targeted population of 100, with a scientifically determined sample size of 80. Respondents were selected via simple random sampling, and data collection employed a questionnaire with robust reliability (0.89) and validity (0.76) measures. Analysis was conducted utilizing SPSS software, employing multiple regression analysis after validating all regression assumptions within acceptable limits. The findings revealed a robust regression model (R = .986) explaining 97.1% of the variability in service delivery (R2 = .971). Specifically, fiscal financial reporting (t = 8.479, P = .000, P < .05) and operational financial reporting (t = 3.288, P = .002, P < .05) significantly influenced service delivery, whereas integrated reporting exhibited insignificance (t = .075, P = .940, P > .05). As a result, the study concluded that fiscal and operational financial reporting wielded considerable impact on service provision, while integrated financial reporting demonstrated minimal effect. In light of these conclusions, the study recommended the implementation of an automated reporting system. These findings hold relevance for government bodies, researchers, and the Bushenyi-Ishaka Municipality, offering valuable insights for improving service delivery. Keywords: Fiscal financial reporting, operational financial reporting, Integrated financial reporting, Service delivery

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