Key Features:

- No of Pages: 72

- No of Chapters: 5

- Questionnaire is attached

- Concise references

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Introduction:

Abstract

The study was carried out on assessment of the impact of gender role on job performance of female employees in Benue State Government Secretariat. the specific objectives of the study were to examine the perception of gender role of women in Benue state government secretariat, to highlight the factors that inhibit the performance of female employees in the area of study, and to ascertain if gender role affect the job performance of female employees in Benue state government secretariat. the feminist theory was applied in the study to show the exploitation of women by men in the work force and the demeaning gender roles ascribed to women which inhibit their performances. Data is collected through the questionnaire and analyzed using SPSS Version 20. The study reveals women do not occupy very high positions in the organization due to a long held tradition of patriarchy, and that gender roles have a significant impact on the performance of women at work. The factors revealed to account for variations in the job performance of women are; lack of willingness on the part of women, lack of self esteem, social seclusion and domestic engagement, exclusion of women in decision making and work description scheme. It was concluded that even in the 21st century, women were still relegated to the background. On the basis of this recommendation was made in the areas of enlightenment ad sensitization about female education, introduction of gender based advocacy campaigns, training and re-training of female staff, and that particular job positions should not be for the exclusive preserve of men.

Table of Content

CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background of the Study - - - - - - -

1.2 Statement of the Problem - - - - - - -

1.3 Research Questions - - - - - - - -

1.4 Aim and Objective of the study - - - - - -

1.5 Significance of the Study - - - - - - -

1.6 Scope of the Study - - - - - - - -

1.7 Definition of Terms - - - -- - - - -

CHAPTER TWO: LITERATURE REVIEW

2.1 Introduction - - - - -- - - - -

2.1.1 The Concept of Gender and Gender Differences - - -

2.1.2 Effects of Gender Role, Discrimination on Job Performance - -

2.1.3 Organizational Culture and Gender Role - - - -

2.2 Theoretical Framework - - - - - - -

2.4 The Feminism Theory - - - - - - -



CHAPTER THREE: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3.0 Introduction. - - - - - - - - - -

3.1 Research Setting - - - - - - - - -

3.2 Study Population and Size - - - - - - -

3.3 Sampling Procedure - - - - - - - - -

3.4 Methods of Data Collection - - - - - - - -

3.5 Method of Data Analysis - - - - - - - -

CHAPTER FOUR: DATA ANALYSIS, INTERPRETATION AND DISCUSION OF FINDINGS

4.1 Introduction - - - - - - - - - -

4.2 Data Presentation and Interpretation - - - - - - -

4.3 Discussion of Findings - - - - - - - -

CHAPTER FIVE: SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION

5.0 Introduction - - - - - - - - -

5.1 Summary - - - - - - - - -

5.2 Conclusion - - - - - - - - -

5.3 Recommendations - - - - -- - - -

References - - - - - - - - - -

Introduction

Job performance has been described as an accomplishment of assigned duties in accordance with organizational guidelines subject to the normal constraints of reasonable utilization of available resources (Jamal, 1984). Effective job performance has positive effects on both an organization and its employees. For the organization, it is a means by which it ensures production, economic growth and survival. Similarly, effective job performance provides the employees with economic gains, security, social status, family and social prerogatives, medical benefits and recreational and educational opportunities (Adana, 1986).

Having a job has always been a crucial factor in Nigerian society as individuals are identified by their occupations. A person's job reveals his/her personality, and it influences the nature of interactions he/she has with people. It largely determines the individual's social status, affiliation, economic status and self-concept. Job therefore offers a lot of benefits to organizations, individuals and the society at large. However, at times individuals are usually denied the opportunity of securing jobs due (o gender or personality factors. For instance, Uwe (1999) observed that in Nigeria women are marginalized while men are given greater opportunities to advance. She stressed that women are hindered progressing through discrimination on the basis of gender, early marriage and childbearing. Consequently, they are denied sound education, job opportunities and are incapacitated generally by the society. Women therefore become less exposed or experienced and less competent in areas that need high degree of skills, intelligence and extensive training such as engineering, medicine and astronomy.