Journal of Entrepreneurship & Project Management

Project Management Practices and Performance of National Government Constituency Development Funded Infrastructural Projects in Kenya: A Case of Senior Secondary School Projects, Nakuru County

Ann Nyokabi Gathaiya, Dr. Richard Isaac Mwangangi — Sat, 03 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Purpose: The study sought to determine the effect of project management practices on the performance of national government-funded projects in Kenya, focusing specifically on Ministry of Education senior secondary school projects in Nakuru County. The study considered project management practices including control tools and stakeholder engagement.

Methodology: The descriptive research design was used in this study. The target population was 2610 from all registered public senior secondary schools and the 11 Nakuru County constituency committee members. Using the systematic purposive sampling technique, the total sample size was 200 respondents. Questionnaires were used to collect primary data. Data analysis comprised descriptive statistics and regression analysis.

Results: The study found that there was a significant effect of control tools and stakeholder engagement on the performance of constituency development-funded Infrastructural projects in Kenya.

Conclusion: Control tools are essential for improving the performance of NG-CDF infrastructure projects. Stakeholder engagement plays a crucial role in the success of NG-CDF infrastructure projects. Project monitoring should be improved through digital tracking systems and regular site inspections to keep projects on schedule and within budget. Identification involvement should be enhanced by engaging community members and key stakeholders early in planning to align projects with local needs. Closure participation should be encouraged by involving stakeholders in final inspections and handovers to ensure project acceptance and sustainability.

Stakeholder Involvement and the Performance of Selected Road Projects in Machakos County

Birhu Muray Julien, Stella Karimi Silas, Mary Mutisya — Sun, 29 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Project performance is a key determinant of a project's success and is evaluated based on its completion time, quality standards, and achievement of set goals and objectives. This study examined the influence of stakeholder involvement on the performance of selected road projects in Machakos County, Kenya, and was anchored on Stakeholder Theory. It employed a descriptive-correlational research design to collect and analyze data, targeting 1,400 individuals involved in 23 ongoing road projects across nine sub-counties, including contractors, project managers, engineers, and local leaders. Stratified, proportionate, and simple random sampling techniques were used, with Yamane’s formula yielding a sample size of 311. Data collection utilized structured, closed-ended questionnaires on a five-point Likert scale. A pilot study on two projects ensured reliability and validity. Data was analyzed using SPSS Version 25, with descriptive and inferential statistics applied. The study achieved a response rate of 77.2% (240 respondents). Although a positive relationship between stakeholder involvement and project performance was observed (Beta = 0.586), the relationship was not statistically significant at the 5% level (p = 0.059; F = 1.564). The model explained 58.6% of the variance in performance (R² = 0.586), with the regression equation Y = 3.361 + 0.375X₁ + ε. Consequently, the study failed to reject the null hypothesis, concluding that stakeholder involvement does not significantly influence road project performance in Machakos County. It recommends that project managers and county governments improve stakeholder involvement through monitoring, collaboration, and inclusive decision-making. Policymakers should establish legal frameworks to institutionalize participation and enhance accountability. Theoretically, the findings suggest a need to revisit existing models and explore factors like leadership and resource availability that may influence the stakeholder-performance relationship.

Assessing the Influence of Market Competition on the Growth of Deposit-Taking Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies in Meru County

Faith Kinya Ngutiku, Prof. Paul Maku Gichohi, PhD, Dr. Paul Kirigia, PhD — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The study sought to assess the influence of market competition on the growth of deposit-taking Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies in Meru County. A mixed-method approach using both quantitative and qualitative data was employed. Data were gathered from 10 DT-SACCO headquarters in Meru County through a descriptive survey design. Respondents included 10 purposively sampled branch managers and 170 randomly sampled officers. Data collection methods included interviews, questionnaires, and secondary financial reports. Validity and reliability were assessed using various methods, including Cronbach’s alpha. SPSS version 27 was used for both descriptive and inferential statistical analysis. Data collected through questionnaires established that the management had consciously worked to make sure that DT-SACCOs were known as customer-focused to provide products and services effectively. To be able to accomplish this, the institutions employed qualified professionals with expertise in cost management, which encouraged the effective use of resources. However, the study found that staff members were not included in the decision-making process. Interview replies indicated that marketing campaigns, joint ventures with other corporations to boost sales, and cost leadership were the kinds of market competitiveness tactics used in DT-SACCOs. At a 99% significance level and α < 0.001, the market competition correlation coefficient value was r = r=0.609. This showed that market competition had a moderately high influence on growth. The coefficient for market competition is 0.490 with a significance value of 0.01. Therefore, the model was Y = 19.601 + 0.490X1 + 3.063e. Notably, without the inclusion of the market competition, the growth of DT-SACCOs would be 19.601. The outcome noted from the findings recommends the need for the management to develop policies to emphasize on how staff can be included in making decisions to improve their commitment level to the organization and take advantage of market competition. If there are policies that encourage staff involvement in decision-making, it will enhance cohesion and effective operations. The study recommends that, in terms of technology adoption, there is a need to give priority to cybersecurity and consistent training in technology, to reduce operational risk exposure. Therefore, the solidification of IT is expected to uphold the reputation of the DT-SACCOs as key financial providers.