Impact of Inclusive leadership on Project Success with Mediating Role of Work Engagement and Moderating Role of Person Job Fit

Abstract

Purpose: This study finds the impact of inclusive leadership on project success. Furthermore, the mediating role of work engagement and the moderating role of person-job fit in the relationship between inclusive leadership and project success has also been researched. Design/Methodology/Approach: 334 personnel from various project-based organizations in Pakistan’s twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi were used in the data collection. Findings: The findings show a strong correlation between inclusive leadership and project performance. Additionally, it was discovered that work involvement plays a mediating role. The relationship between inclusive leadership and work engagement is also moderated by person-job fit. Practical Implications: It’s recommended that project manager must exhibit inclusive leadership as it will enhance work engagement which will result in project success. The inclusive leader will undoubtedly be able to increase employee engagement when management ensures a person’s job fit. Originality/Value: This study looked at how inclusive leadership affects a project’s success. Additionally, the job fit of the individual acts as the moderator, and employee work engagement serves as the mediator in this interaction.