| dc.description.abstract | The objective of the study was to determine the perceived relationship between
satisfaction with the trade union representation and job satisfaction among public
secondary schools in Molo Sub County. The study adopted descriptive survey design.
The population of the study consisted of all public secondary schools in Molo Sub
County. The sample of 96 respondents was selected using random stratified sampling.
The data was collected using self administered questionnaires. Data was analyzed
using statistical package for social sciences and the findings presented in mean and
standard deviations. Linear regression technique was used to establish the strength of
the relationship between satisfaction with trade union representation and job
satisfaction. The study found out that the teachers felt that trade union did not
adequately help in addressing the challenges faced by teachers in their working
environment. The teachers were dissatisfied with how the union presented in legal
matters in the course of their duties, job security and victimization. They also felt that
the unions did not provide avenues to address grievances adequately and they were
dissatisfied with the trade unions provision of access to information and thus the
teachers felt that the union fee payable every month was not commensurate to the
services provided to them. A majority was dissatisfied with the rewards received in
comparison with what they do; also the pay was seen not to match with the level of
education. They further disagreed on being happy with recognition and rewards for
their outstanding work and contributions. Teachers were found to be uncertain on
satisfaction with time taken for paid vacation or sick offs, work load, whether they
had enough equipment and working space. However, the respondents agreed that they
were satisfied and able to maintain a healthy balance between work and family life
and the work relations among colleagues being good. Teachers were dissatisfied with
promotions on the basis of ability, policies followed and how regular they were. The
research reveal that there is a positive and significant relationship between trade union
representation and job satisfaction indicators such as rewards, working conditions,
career advancement, supervision and management style and work tasks. This is means
that an increase in proper trade union representation of teachers would significantly
increase or improve the overall job satisfaction of the teachers. | en_US |
