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Abstract: Many poor children never enter primary school or dropout early. For those that are successful in the secondary school selection process, tuition and other formal and informal cost are often unaffordable. Where scholarships are available they are often poorly targeted. Enrolment growth has outpaced the increase in resources resulting in shortages of instructional materials and supplies, poorly stocked libraries and double or triple shift use of facilities. In most countries 50% or more of recurrent expenditure is allocated to primary schooling. Higher education typically absorbs 15-20% leaving some 20-25% for secondary education. Many countries have spread the same resources over larger number of students, attempted to mobilize private funding or most often did both (World Bank, 2018).The objective of this study was to examine the socio-technical components 33affecting the enrolment of needy students in free secondary education in Mt. Elgon Sub County. The specific objective for this study were: to find out the influence of culture on the enrolment of needy students in free secondary education in Mt. Elgon sub-county, to examine the influence of physical facilities on needy student’s enrolment in free secondary education in Mt. Elgon sub-county, to establish the influence of learning resources on needy student’s enrolment in free secondary education in Mt. Elgon sub-county, and to establish the influence of proximity to school on needy students enrolment in free secondary education in Mt. Elgon sub-county. This study employed a descriptive survey research design. The target population of this study was public secondary schools in Mt. Elgon sub-county, Bungoma County. Simple random sampling was used to select 8 schools from which the students and a few teachers were selected to take part in the study. The Sub-county Education Officers, some Quality Assurance and Standards Officers (QASOs) and parents were also selected for the study. Data was collected using questionnaires and interview schedules for students, parents, teachers, QASOs and the Sub-county Education Officers. Descriptive statistics was used to analyze the quantitative data while the qualitative data was analyzed by organizing them into similar themes and tallying the number of similar responses. In conclusion basing on the findings, the study concluded that there is a significant relationship between physical facilities and enrolment of needy students in Free Secondary Education. This suggests that there is up to 0.307 unit decrease in enrolment of needy students for each unit increase in physical facilities. Also, the effect of physical facilities is more than the effect attributed to the error, this is indicated by the t-test value = 7.936. Nonetheless, the study findings showed that learning resources have no significant effect on enrolment of needy students basing on β2= 0.073 (p-value = 0.061 which is more than α = 0.05). Furthermore, there is significant relationship between proximity to school and enrolment of needy students in Free Secondary Education in Mt. Elgon Sub-County. The study established that there is up to 0.327-unit increase in enrolment of needy students for each unit increase in cultural Practices. The effect of culture is eight times the effect attributed to the error, this is indicated by the t-test value = 8.067.

Keywords: Physical facilities, learning resources, proximity to school, culture and enrolment of needy students.

Title: SOCIO-TECHNICAL COMPONENTS AFFECTING ENROLLMENT OF NEEDY STUDENTS INTO FREE SECONDARY EDUCATION IN KENYA: SURVEY OF MT. ELGON SUB-COUNTY, BUNGOMA COUNTY, KENYA

Author: Chemonges,Cheboriot ,Lindah , Dr. Calvins  Otieno .

ISSN 2349-7807

International Journal of Recent Research in Commerce Economics and Management (IJRRCEM)

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Abstract: Public participation forums are intended at increasing public awareness about the government’s projects, aiding the decision making process of the government, and in boosting service delivery. However, in Kenya, especially in devolved units, numerous government projects have stalled and the public feel sidelined by both the county and national governments indicating ineffective public participation processes. This study sought to investigate the effect of Governance Practices on Effective Public Participation in Kwanza sub-County. The research was anchored on the following specific objectives; to examine the effect of leadership on Effective Public Participation in Kwanza sub-County; to assess the effect of Resource Base on Effective Public Participation in Kwanza sub-County; to determine the effect of Government Policy on Effective Public Participation in Kwanza sub-County and to examine the effect of Adopted Strategies on Effective Public Participation in Kwanza sub-County. The theories were; Participatory Democratic Theory, Systems Theory and Structural Functionalism Theory. The study targeted 3000 respondents from the sub-county with a sample size of 353 respondents comprised of; Chiefs, Assistant Chiefs, Village Elders, Opinion Leaders, Youth & Women group Leaders and the Faith-Based organizations in the sub-county. The sample size was determined using simple random sampling technique. Data was collected using questionnaires. A descriptive research design was adopted by the study. The study was carried out by employing multiple regression, Correlation analysis and ANOVA techniques using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) software for establishing the effect of governance practices on effective public participation in Kwanza Sub-county, Trans Nzoia county. Study findings revealed a statistically significant effect among variables with an F-test of 14.692 which was greater than the 5% significance level adopted where Leadership explained 64.5% (t-1.457) of Effective Public Participation in Kwanza Sub-County, Resource Base 47.9% (t-1.503), Government Policy 38.7% (t-2.319) and Adopted Strategies 53.1% (t-2.043) of Effective Public Participation in Kwanza Sub-County. The study results are aimed at contributing to the existing previous study findings as well as forming a basis for future scholarly work in the same field.

Keywords: Leadership, resource base, government policy, adopted strategies and effective public participation.

Title: EFFECT OF GOVERNANCE PRACTICES ON EFFECTIVE PUBLIC PARTICIPATION IN KWANZA SUB-COUNTY, KENYA

Author: Irene,Nasipwondi,Nang’ole, Dr. Calvin ,Otieno.

ISSN 2349-7807

International Journal of Recent Research in Commerce Economics and Management (IJRRCEM)

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Abstract: The purpose of the study was to analyze the effect of strategy implementation factors on organizational performance in Agricultural Finance Corporation in North Rift Region.  The study was guided by the following specific objectives to determine the effects of; strategic direction setting, strategy communications, strategic control and resource allocation on organizational performance in agricultural finance corporation in North Rift Region. The study was anchored on the Resource Based View, the Agency Theory and the Balanced Scorecard View. The study adopted a descriptive research design with a targeting 100 employees of Agricultural Finance Corporation in the North Rift Region. The census technique was used. The data collection instrument was questionnaires and were piloted and pre-tested the validity and reliability of the data collection instrument.  Data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistical methods with the aid of Statistical Package for Social Scientists (SPSS) version 22. The findings revealed that resource allocation, strategy direction setting, strategy communication and strategy control were found to be positively related to organizational performance in Agricultural Finance Corporation in North Rift Region. Statistically, this null hypotheses were rejected and accepted the alternative hypotheses that all the variables have a significant effect on organizational performance in Agricultural Finance Corporation in North Rift Region. Based on the findings, the study recommended that the management of the Agricultural Finance Corporation in North Rift Region should come up with ways of having effective managers, resources and structure required to enhance high performance. Managers should set clear strategic goals and invest the same amount of time, energy, and resources in managing the implementation of the strategy. Firm’s resources, capabilities, and competencies should facilitate development of sustainable competitive advantages in agricultural finance corporation. The corporation leadership should take total control over on the strategy formulation and implementation process formulation and implementation process by gathering as much information as they can from the employees. The corporation management should create conducive environment for implementation of the strategic plan and implied that organisation direction setting leads to improved corporate image. The agricultural Finance cooperation should build competitive advantage by managing communications, socializing its constituents to its own culture and use it to influence the interpretations and perceptions with its constituents to shape the organization’s image and reputation while forming long-term relationships. The cooperation should define the strategy for employees to understand and run with into sharing of the direction, goals, from top management to employees, and for each unit of the organization to function according to the plan. Strategy communication managers should make it clear what people need to achieve as individuals and as teams, measure performance against their targets, provide feedback and reward based on the result to enhance high performance. The study is significant to the corporation stakeholder for high performance.

Keywords:  Strategy implementation, organisational performance, strategy communication.

Title: Effect of Strategy Implementation Factors on Organizational Performance in Agricultural Finance Corporation in North Rift Region

Author: Anne Kahombi Kinadoso, Dr. Elizabeth Nambuswa Makokha

ISSN 2349-7807

International Journal of Recent Research in Commerce Economics and Management (IJRRCEM)

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Abstract: Innovation strategies in the Saudi glass industry were investigated in terms of its resource structure and the outcome of business performance results. Data gathered by conducting a survey over the four-and-a-half-year period 2016 to 2019 was subjected to factor and multiple regression analysis. Based on identifying how glass companies have implemented innovation for their products, services, processes, in the form of reducing costs and eco-innovation, and resources they dedicate to being innovative, the findings indicate their strategies are chiefly imitative and defensive. Although not all glass companies in Saudi Arabia were included, the sample is representative, and has practical implications for Saudi glass companies to redefine their innovation strategies. More favourable outcomes can be achieved by managing resources more effectively for generating and implementing innovative strategies. This study contributes by presenting an exploratory model in which two important factors are identified for an effective innovation strategy suitable for the Saudi glass industry.

Keywords: Saudi glass industry, business performance, innovation, innovation strategy.

Title: Strategies for Innovation in the Saudi Glass Industry

Author: Dr. Hana J. M. Alotaibi

ISSN 2349-7807

International Journal of Recent Research in Commerce Economics and Management (IJRRCEM)

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Abstract: The purpose of this study was to investigate the determinants of employee commitment in Kiambaa Sub-Countyin Kenya. The study was  guided by the following specific objectives as; to examine the effect of rewards and compensation system onorganizational performance (National Government Administrators) in Kiambaa Sub-County. The study applied the following theories; Social Exchange theory, Investment Theory, Motivation Theory, Herzberg Two Factor Theory, Expectancy theory, Equity Theory and Theory of performance. The study adopted a descriptive research design with a target population of 100and census was adopted since target population was small. Data collection instrument was questionnaires.  Piloting was done to test the validity and reliability of the data collection instrument.  Data was analyzed using Statistical package for social science.  Regression analysis was done to test the significant levels of one variable over the other.. The finding revealed that Employee reward and compensation (β = .198) was found to be positively related organizational performance (National Government Administrators) in Kiambaa Sub-County in Kenya.  From t-test analysis, the t -value was found to be 1.966 and the ρ -value 0.000. Statistically, this null hypothesis was accepted because ρ<0.05 Thus, the study accepted the alternative hypothesis and it concluded that employee reward and compensation does affects organizational performance (National Government Administrators) in Kiambaa Sub-County in Kenya.  The study will be significant to employers and managers while planning for employee motivation for maximum productivity.

Keywords: Organizational Performance, Employee Reward and Compensation.

Title: Determinants of Employee Commitment on Organizational Performance (National Government Administration) in Kiambaa Sub-County in Kenya

Author: Maina Peter Mwangi, Elizabeth Nambuswa Makokha

ISSN 2349-7807

International Journal of Recent Research in Commerce Economics and Management (IJRRCEM)

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Abstract: The study was designed to examine the role of e-governance and service delivery in National Electoral Commission (INEC). In recent times, governments all over the world have adopted the use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) to improve the quality of administration especially in the public sector. Using the survey research method, the study collected data by means of questionnaire which were administered to staff of National Electoral Commission (INEC). Data were analyzed using simple percentages. The study explores the emerging role of e-governance in promoting service delivery in the National Electoral Commission (INEC). The study concludes that for governments to achieve success in service delivery using e-governance, certain measure must be taken to ensure proper implementation of ICT policies in order to achieve the desired goals and to serve the citizens better. It therefore recommends that Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) should embrace e-governance by promoting the use of ICT facilities among the citizens and government agencies and to make policies that would sustain ICT projects in order to achieve efficiency and effectiveness in the public sector.

Keywords: Governance, E-governance, Information Communication System, Service Delivery and INEC.

Title: E-GOVERNANCE AND SERVICE DELIVERY IN INDEPENDENT NATIONAL ELECTORAL COMMISSION (INEC), ABUJA

Author: Beluchi C. Nwanisobi, Inienger Chia Christopher

ISSN 2349-7807

International Journal of Recent Research in Commerce Economics and Management (IJRRCEM)

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Abstract: The banking sector in Kenya has experienced liquidity challenges ranging from funding to market risks. This research focused on the effects of asset management and deposit management on performance of commercial banks in Kenya. The specific objectives were; to establish the effect of customer deposits and asset base on performance of commercial banks in Kenya. Shiftability theory and Modern portfolio theories were used. Correlational research design with a comparative analysis approach was adopted. The target population was two commercial banks and document analysis guide was used to gather quantitative data from the banks financial statements through 2007 to 2016. The study found that deposits had a negative and significant effect on performance of both banks while asset base had a positive relationship. The study therefore recommends commercial banks to be aggressive in identifying viable ways to invest the customers’ deposits to generate income and management of commercial banks should improve the volume and value of assets at its disposal by looking for means to acquire additional assets since assets generate revenues to the commercial banks.

Keywords: banking sector, liquidity challenges, market risks, commercial banks.

Title: LIQUIDITY RISK MANAGEMENT ON FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF COMMERCIAL BANKS IN KENYA

Author: Aloys Jared Oganda, Vitalis Abuga Mogwambo, Simeyo Otieno

ISSN 2349-7807

International Journal of Recent Research in Commerce Economics and Management (IJRRCEM)

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Abstract:The purpose of the study was to establish the determinants of effective tendering management on project performance in Trans Nzoia County. The specific objectives of the study included the following; to evaluate the effect of customer satisfaction on project performance on project performance in Trans Nzoia County. The study  adopted a descriptive research design where the target population was the procurement, public works, finance and monitoring and evaluation departments because they have been in respectively been involved in the tendering in Trans Nzoia county. The target population of the study consisted of  142 staffs. The methods of data collection was questionnaire unterview and observation.Data was analysed using regression analysis model and analysis of variance through the SPSS package.  From the finding customer satisfaction have a significant effect on project performance in Trans Nzoia County. The study recommended that The management of procurement in TransNzoia County should provide training to the employees to enable learn on ways of making themselves more productive in order in provision quality delivery within the set deadlines.  The management of procurement of procurement and tender process in TransNzoia County should be transparent and accountable in their process to facilitate organizational performance. The organisation should be flexible in the operations to build strong relationship with their partners for shared ownership and achievement of goals and reduction of customer complaints for high performance. The organization should ensures adequate communication with stakeholder’s prior during and after tender/project process in keeping them updated with current issues in procurement.  The organisation should manage issues and conflicts between various stakeholders by well-set technical teams by make inquiries of resource that projects require and encourage the customer feedback assessments to find out the grievances of their customers for proper provision of services.

Keywords:tendering management, project performance, procurement, public works, finance, provision of services.

Abstract:This study was set out to determine the effect of the integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) infrastructure on effective teaching and learning in public primary schools in Trans-Nzoia County, Kenya. The sample for the study was drawn strategically from public primary schools in Trans-Nzoia West Sub-County, Trans-Nzoia County. Many public primary schools in Kenya have not yet embraced ICT in teaching and learning despite the fact that the Kenyan government insisted on making a great change to the academic sector so that it becomes digitized. In this study, the objectives were; to examine the level of availability of ICT infrastructure in effective teaching and learning process, to determine the level of ICT teacher competency in using ICT infrastructure in effective teaching and learning process and to determine the technical support on ICT infrastructure in effective teaching and learning process. The study under picture used a descriptive survey design. There was great interest in the several interpretations of usage of ICT infrastructure for effective teaching and learning in a number of public primary schools and different procedures which were taken up to accomplish this study. The target population included head teachers and teachers in the selected primary schools in Trans-Nzoia West Sub-County, Trans-Nzoia County. The sample size for the population was 185 teachers in 37 schools out of the possible 124 public primary schools. In data collection the research instrument used was the questionnaires. The purposive sampling was used in this study. The prediction of the dependent variable was accomplished through the F distribution test (F =17.370),at a 5% significance level that indicated a statistically significant overall model.Availability of ICT Infrastructure r=0.781, ICT Competence r=0.632 and ICT Technical Support r=0.692.The study expects the results to contribute to the management of the ICT Infrastructure in Public Primary Schools in Trans Nzoia County and beyond as well as contributing towards the existing body of knowledge in Public Primary School management as well as forming a basis for scholars who may want to study similar issues. The study findings found a generally positive relationship between the predictor variables (ICT Infrastructure, ICT Competence and ICT Technical Support) and the predicted variable (Effective Teaching and Learning in Public Primary Schools in Trans Nzoia County), although it seemed not to be fully strong due to the prevailing circumstances within the schools targeted in the study. However, the following recommendations were made from the results: That  as regards the first variable, Availability of ICT Infrastructure, the public primary schools in Trans Nzoia County, the government, through the ministry of education, should ensure that the public primary schools have suitable and up to date hardware available for use in order to enable them be at par with their peers who have their ICT infrastructure well updated and maintained e.g provision of Laptops or desktops fully fitted with relevant and updated software including the antivirus software for data safety and fast and reliable internet/Wi-Fi connections for teacher self upgrades among others benefits. The standby power supply and/or UPS will also be another important milestone in making the graduates at each level of education in the Kenyan education system a world market admired product.
Keywords:Availability of ICT infrastructure, ICT teacher competence, ICT technical support and teaching and learning.