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The Contribution of Administrative and Teaching Staff to Ethical Leadership in Selected Christian Universities in Nairobi County, Kenya
(Tangaza University, 2024) Muigu Hilda
This study explored the contribution of administrative and teaching staff in promoting ethical leadership within Christian universities in Nairobi County, Kenya. It focuses on three main objectives: first, to examine how staff modeling behaviors can lay the groundwork for ethical leadership; second, to identify the challenges these staff members encounter in their efforts to practice ethical leadership; and third, to propose strategies for enhancing ethical leadership among them. The research describes significant challenges, such as malpractices and mismanagement, which hinder effective learning and ethical development within these institutions. It underscores the urgent need for strong ethical leadership to foster a supportive environment conducive to learning and moral growth. While there is considerable literature on ethical leadership across different organizations, there is a significant gap in studies examining the roles of administrative and teaching staff in contributing to ethical leadership. To achieve its objectives, the study utilized a qualitative descriptive research design, conducting in-depth interviews with thirty participants, fifteen from administrative roles and fifteen from faculty, selected through purposive sampling. Thematic analysis was employed to extract key themes related to ethical leadership. Findings reveal that promoting integrity, justice, and empowerment, along with integrating religious values into leadership practices, are crucial for enhancing ethical leadership. However, the study also highlights several challenges faced by staff, including the difficulty of balancing personal faith with professional responsibilities, navigating complex institutional dynamics, and ensuring fairness in decision-making processes. To effectively tackle these challenges and strengthen ethical leadership among staff, the study recommends revising institutional policies, enhancing empowerment initiatives, and fostering a culture of justice and fairness within university settings. These actions are essential for cultivating a robust ethical leadership culture in Christian universities in Nairobi.
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COLLABORATIVE MINISTRY AS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION IN FACING CLASSISM AMONG YOUNG PEOPLE AT ST. BENEDICT’S PARISH, NAIROBI.
(Tangaza University, 2024) WAKUSIMBA ABA ZOZMUS
A young person is the future of tomorrow: He or she is the parent and the leader; and at the same time, he or she is considered to be the Church of tomorrow; yet he or she manifests gradual classism in his or her daily undertakings. In essence, this tends to derail the Mission of God among the younger generation. Is the society bringing up a generation that will remain passive in the Mission and Apostolates as far as the local church is concerned?
Looking at the scriptures, and especially in Lk 5: 37-39, “Likewise, no one pours new wine into old wineskins. Otherwise, the new wine will burst the skins, and it will be spilt, and the skins will be ruined. Rather, new wine must be poured into fresh wineskins. And no one who has been drinking old wine desires new, for he says, ‘The old is good’.” The young people in most cases find themselves living in isolation from the worshipping Community. The antagonism is real: The philosophers against theologians, the old against the new, the rich against the poor, men against women, the younger generation against the older generation and vice-versa.
Let us consider the new wine to be the young people in the parish set-up. The youth are the carriers of the Gospel of Christ to the entire local church, which in this case, is the parish. Hence, the great need for renewal and empowerment of the young persons in the church has to be taken seriously.
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The Role of Organizational Culture on Employee Performance: A Case Of Private Universities in Langata Sub-County, Nairobi County.
(Tangaza University, 2024) KABUYA NAZARENE MAKENA
The primary objective of this study was to explore the role of organizational culture on employee performance among private universities in Nairobi County, specifically focusing on private universities within Langata Sub-County. The study was anchored on two theories: the Competing Values Framework (CVF) and the Edgar Schein model, which explained different dimensions of organizational culture and how they influenced employee performance. The research objectives were to explore the dominant type of organizational culture adopted in private universities and their influence on employee performance in Langata sub-county, Nairobi County. The study also aimed to identify the specific dimensions of organizational culture that influenced employee performance within private universities in Langata sub county. Additionally, it sought to determine the market-driven factors that affected both organizational culture and employee performance in private universities located in Langata sub-county, Nairobi County. The study established how internal factors such as the dominant organizational culture and specific dimensions of organizational culture, along with external factors such as market-driven influences, collectively shaped the organizational culture, consequently affecting employee performance. A qualitative, multi-case research design was utilized. It focused on the only five (5) private universities in Langata sub-county, Nairobi County. The sample size consisted of 25 participants selected through purposive sampling. The participants included Heads of Departments, administrators, faculty members, support staff, and students. Thematic data analysis was used to draw conclusions, which, in turn, provided practical insights and recommendations for leaders. The findings revealed that a collaborative and supportive organizational culture significantly enhanced employee performance in private universities in Langata sub-county, while challenges such as resistance to change and misalignment with market demands hindered the preservation and adaptation of this culture. Based on the findings of this study, these insights could guide policy-making to cultivate a performance-enhancing culture within private higher learning institutions.
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IMPACT OF EDITORIAL POLICIES ON NEWS COVERAGE FOR SOCIAL TRANSFORMATION: A CASE OF KENYA’S NATION MEDIA GROUP
(TUC, 2024-03-20) GITAU ANNIE
The social transformation of media houses' consumers, and eventually of their
nations, is important. They encourage and direct national discourse on these topics
from the grassroots of homes in the community to the offices of those in power by
shedding light on challenges impacting society. But for this to happen, journalists
should ideally operate in an environment free of pointless restrictions. Journalists
regrettably have to deal with a constantly contracting field of operation because of,
among other constraints, editorial regulations. This study's goal was to investigate
how editorial guidelines affected media outlets' portrayal of Kenya's socioeconomic
development. with reference to the NMG which has two major departments: print and
broadcasting. Print focuses on all published newspapers, while broadcasting
incorporates television, radio and social media. The study focused largely on the print
area. The specific objectives of the study were to: examine the effects of editorial
policies on demand for comprehensive research on the coverage of news in the print
and social media channels in Kenya; investigate the effects of editorial policies on
choice of words on the coverage of news in print and social media channels in Kenya
and; determine the extent to which policies on requirement for geographical
responsive news affects the coverage of news in print and social media channels in
Kenya. The study adopted the Gatekeeping Theory, Priming Theory, Agenda Setting
Theory and Political Economy Theory. A mixed methods approach combining both
quantitative and qualitative research was employed for this study. The population was
110 participants and the sample size was 66 comprising journalists 36, editors 15 and
15 sub-editors purposively selected. Both questionnaires and interviews were utilized
to gather data, and the outcomes were visualized using tables and figures. To examine
relationships among variables and predict media house news coverage based on
independent factors, statistical analyses such as Pearson correlation and multiple
regression were employed. Content analysis was applied to the interview data and
document analysis on NMG's editorial guidelines. The results revealed that the
NMG's Editorial Policy Guidelines reflect a commitment to journalistic integrity,
independence, social responsibility, and continuous improvement. The study also
noted that journalists operate within set editorial norms in media organizations,
influencing their ability to acquire, develop, and circulate news. Consequently, some
news stories may be omitted, diminishing media's potential to support societal change.
Given the interplay between editorial policies and social media's impact, a re evaluation of gatekeeping and editorial guidelines is imperative. Additionally, the
study highlighted the influence of editorial policies on societal change in Kenya, as
media shapes social capital and individual perceptions. While media heightens public
awareness, the study indicated variations in the NMG's coverage of news across print
and social media platforms, thereby impacting their role in social transformation.
Recommendations include refining editorial policies to encompass news with
transformative potential. Moreover, print media should clarify and expand word
choice guidelines to eliminate ambiguity and foster social change. On geographical
reach, the print media should give pre-eminence to societal issues irrespective of the
location. They should emphasize on covering issues of societal importance which
could go on to contribute to social transformation
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Citation and Referencing as a Catalyst for Optimizing E-Resource Utilization
(International Journal of Professional Practice (IJPP), 2023-07-13) Kinoti, Dennis Mwaki; Paul, Maku Gichohi; Winfred, Gatimu
Sophisticated systems and technologies have led to the proliferation of e-resources and their adoption alongside print media in higher learning institutions, particularly with the rise of e-learning. To ensure effective utilization of e-resources, citation and referencing competences remain integral in graduate students’ research, learning and scholastic achievement. Nonetheless, studies done reveal that e-resources remain underutilized. This study aimed at investigating the role of citation and referencing competences in enhancing e-resource utilization among graduate students in Christian Universities in Nairobi County. Descriptive survey research design was used to gather comprehensive data. Stratified and systematic sampling was employed to select graduate students, and purposive sampling to select librarians. The target population was 843 graduate students and 8 library staff. A 20% sample was selected, resulting to 168 graduate students and 8 librarians. Questionnaires collected data from graduate students and the librarians were interviewed. Thematic analysis was done for qualitative data, which was presented thematically and using verbatim. Quantitative data analysis was conducted using SPSS, employing descriptive and inferential statistical techniques. The results were presented in tables and figures. The findings revealed that graduate students showed a strong preference for and effectively utilized a variety of e-resources. Additionally, they demonstrated a satisfactory understanding and application of citation, referencing styles, and reference management software/tools. The Pearson correlation analysis indicated a strong positive linear association. Consequently, the study concluded that citing and referencing significantly affected graduate students’ use of e-resources. Based on these findings, the study recommends mandatory training in citing and referencing for graduate students in Christian universities in Nairobi County. It emphasizes the need to market e-resources, analyze usage statistics, and reassess the library budget. Additionally, attention should be given to mastering referencing, improving citation ability, and utilizing reference management tools/software in a bid to optimizing e-resource use and overall academic success.