ASSESSMENT OF THE INFLUENCE OF COMMUNICATION ON PERFORMANCE OF CONSTITUENCY DEVELOPMENT FUND PROJECTS IN MASINGA CONSTITUENCY, MACHAKOS COUNTY
Abstract
Purpose of Study: The purpose of this study was to establish the influence of communication on performance of CDF projects in Masinga Constituency.
Problem Statement: The ideal situation is for the CDF projects to attain value for money while enhancing development and bringing significant impact in the lives of the targeted populations at the grassroots. However, the implementation of development initiatives has faced unprecedented challenges where CDF projects have been poorly implemented with nothing significant to show for the funds utilized.
Methodology: The study employed the descriptive survey design, which was cross-sectional in nature to enable generate precise profile of features, events, and circumstances of the study establishing the connection between the dependent and predictor variables. The study target population comprised the employees within the CDF management as well as residents of Masinga Constituency. A sample size of 138 respondents were attained for the study.
Result: The findings revealed that communication (p < 0.05) contributed significantly to enhancing the performance of CDF projects.
Conclusion: The study concludes that effective communication, is important determinants of the successful performance of CDF projects in Masinga Constituency.
Recommendation: Project managers and leaders involved in Constituency Development Fund (CDF) projects in Masinga Constituency prioritize the establishment and maintenance of robust communication channels.
Keywords: Communication, Performance, Constituency Development Fund (CDF), Masinga Constituency, Machakos County
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