Performance Level of Administrative Staff of Selected Barangays in Tacurong City, Sultan Kudarat: A Comparative Analysis

Multiculturalism is increasingly shaping contemporary societies, yet food, a fundamental human necessity, often becomes a point of cultural and belief-based contention. The halal food industry has grown significantly, garnering support both locally and internationally. However, this burgeoning sector faces challenges related to establishing standardized regulations that acknowledge its role in nation-building and promote cultural diversity. This study aimed to assess the awareness and acceptance of pre-certified halal food among non-Muslim students across secondary schools in Lambayong, Sultan Kudarat. Employing a descriptive survey research design, the study utilized a researcher-developed questionnaire administered to 350 students selected through simple random sampling from seven identified schools in Lambayong, Sultan Kudarat. Findings indicated that despite Lambayong's diverse population, most respondents demonstrated awareness and positive perceptions of pre-certified halal food. However, some community elders and church leaders expressed reservations about allowing younger generations to consume such food. The study also observed that while many vendors and proprietors were Muslim, not all adhered to the practice of wearing hijab (for Muslim women), and some lacked necessary cooking equipment like gloves and hairnets. Furthermore, certain halal establishments were found to have inadequate sanitation and pest control measures. Ultimately, the study concluded that there exists a moderate relationship between respondents' awareness and their acceptance of halal food. Recommendations include schools collaborating with barangay and local government units to monitor the hygiene of nearby restaurants and canteens. Additionally, halal food establishments should prioritize enhancing their sanitation practices and hygiene protocols to ensure compliance and consumer confidence.

Filipino teachers suffer debt from the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) loan schemes which is compounding annually. Financial literacy is crucial to teachers to equip them with the knowledge needed to handle their money sensibly. Thus, this descriptive-correlational study was conducted to determine the level of financial literacy and teaching performance of 115 teachers in Palimbang, District I, Sultan Kudarat. This study utilized mean and Pearson r correlation as a means of data analysis. After a thorough examination, significant findings showed that the level of financial literacy of the respondents was moderate. On the other hand, the level of teaching performance of teachers based on RPMS rating was very satisfactory in SY 2020-2021 and SY 2021-2022. Finally, there was no significant relationship between the level of financial literacy and teaching performance of teachers in SY 2020-2021 and revealed no significance between the variables in SY 2021-2022. Therefore, the financial literacy of public-school teachers in Palimbang District 1, Sultan Kudarat did not affect their teaching performance. It is recommended that the teachers may prepare their individual personal financial vision to guide them on their spending, and allocation of their monthly net take home pay to help them see the priority expenditures, and expenses for their needs as well as for their wants.

Bu araştırma, Bitlis Eren Üniversitesi’nde görev yapan akademik ve idari personelin beslenme alışkanlıklarını, besin tercihlerini ve bilgi düzeylerini belirlemek amacıyla yapılmıştır. Tanımlayıcı kesitsel tipteki çalışmaya Bitlis Eren Üniversitesi’ndeki akademik ve idari personelden uygun örnekleme yöntemi ile belirlenmiş 250 personel katılmıştır. Çalışmaya dahil edilen personele kişisel bilgiler ve beslenme alışkanlıkları hakkındaki düşüncelerini içeren anket uygulanmıştır. Beden kütle indeksine göre katılımcıların %53,2’sinin (n=133) normal ağırlıkta, %38,8’inin (n=97) hafif şişman ve %7,6’sının (n=19) obez olduğu saptanmıştır. Katılımcıların %40,8’ inin öğün atladığı ve %35,6’sının bazen öğün atladığı belirlenmiştir. Akademik ve idari personelin günlük tükettikleri öğün sayısı arasında istatistiksel olarak anlamlı bir fark bulunmamıştır. Akademik personelin %86,8’i, idari personelin ise %77,2’sinin doğal besinleri, işlenmiş besinlere tercih ettiği saptanmıştır. Personelin %41,6’sı bitkisel sıvı yağ, %34’ü zeytinyağı ve %11,6’sı bitkisel sıvı yağ ve zeytinyağı karışımını en çok tükettikleri yağ çeşidi olarak belirtmişlerdir. Akademik personelin idari personele göre zeytinyağı ve tereyağı kullanma durumu anlamlı olarak daha yüksek bulunmuştur (p

The study aims to evaluate the physical activity and quality of life levels of university academic and administrative staff. The universe of the study consisted of 912 personnel, 577 academic and 335 administrative, working at Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University. The study was planned with the general screening method, and the International Physical Activity Assessment Questionnaire (IPAQ) was used to determine the physical activity levels of university personnel and the short forms of the quality of life assessment questionnaire (SF-36) were used to determine their quality of life. The surveys were applied online, and SPSS 25.0 statistical program was used in the statistical analysis of the obtained data. Percentage, frequency, chi-square, ANOVA, MANOVA, and post hoc tests were used in the analysis of the data and the significance level was taken as (p<.05). It was observed that 73% of the university academic and administrative staff had postgraduate education, 72% were married and 74% had a nuclear family structure. It was determined that the physical activity levels of academic and administrative staff were not good, and they were not active. However, it was determined that men were more active than women and singles were more active than married. It was observed that only 47 (15%) of the academic and administrative staff had sufficient activity levels and there was no statistically significant difference between the genders (p>0.05). In the comparisons between the groups, a significant difference was observed in the social and mental dimensions in favor of the academic staff (p<0.05). On the other hand, no significant difference was observed in the physical, general health, social, and mental dimensions (p>0.05). It was determined that the physical activity levels of the academic and administrative staff were not good, men were more active than women and the quality of life of the academic staff was better.

The study sought to examine the moderating effect of employee commitment on the relationship between talent management practices and employee performance in public universities in Western Uganda. The study was guided by the Egalitarian Theory of Talent Management, and a cross-sectional research design was adopted in the study. From a population of 1156, a sample size of 320 respondents was obtained in two phases: first, a census was used for the human resource directors and top management since the population was small (12 respondents); then secondly, the Yamane formula was used to calculate the sample size for the university council members and teaching and administrative staff, which yielded a sample of 308 respondents. The purposive sampling technique was used to select the human resource directors and top management, while simple random sampling was used for the council members and teaching and administrative staff. Using structured questionnaires, quantitative data was then collected from the 320 respondents of the two selected public universities (Mbarara University of Science and Technology and Kabale University). Data was then analyzed using structural modeling techniques. The findings revealed that the moderating effect of employee commitment on the relationship between talent management practices and employee performance was not statistically significant for either administrative or academic staff in Ugandan public universities. Specifically, for administrative staff, the interaction effect was not significant (z = -0.268, p = 0.789), although the direct effect of talent management on performance was statistically significant (β = 0.348, z = 2.161, p = 0.031), and the total effect remained strong (β = 0.314, z = 3.684, p < 0.001). This suggests that talent management practices such as attraction, development, retention, and motivation directly improved administrative staff performance, regardless of commitment levels. The study recommended that universities should focus on strengthening talent management initiatives directly, and while fostering employee commitment is important, efforts should prioritize implementing effective attraction, development, motivation, and retention strategies that independently drive performance improvements.

This study takes the title "Efforts of School Principals in Empowering Administrative Employees in SMA Negeri 1 PSEKSU Kab. Lahat ". The problem in this thesis is how the principal's efforts in empowering administrative staff in SMA Negeri 1 PSEKSU Kab. Lahat? And what are the supporting and inhibiting factors of school principals in empowering administrative staff in SMA Negeri 1 PSEKSU Kab. Lahat ?. The purpose of this study was to determine the efforts of school principals in empowering administrative staff in SMA Negeri 1 PSEKSU in Lahat Regency and to know the supporting and inhibiting factors of school principals in empowering civil servants in the SMAN region.There is a type of data in research is a qualitative data that includes information about things that are related to the head of the school in empowerment of employees or businesses in SM Anegeri 1 PSEKSU Kab. Lahat. Sources of data in this study consisted of primary data and secondary data, primary data consisted of school principals, administrative staff and teachers, while secondary data were a number of supporting data in the form of documentation, archives and literature-literature that were subject to the research discussed. For data collection, researchers used observation techniques, interviews and documentation.Then it was concluded that the efforts of the headmaster in empowering the administrative staff obtained in this study were, first, the principal had empowered quite well and was connected with the vision of the school. Second, the principal conducts empowerment directed towards using examples, third, establishes good communication with administrative staff, fourth, the principal reviews the school's organizational structure so that staff can find out their positions and tasks, fifth, the principal strengthen team / group keraja by means of communicating well, holding joint meetings, involving administrative staff to attend training, sixth, the principal encourages personal development of administrative staff with, seventh, the principal makes the service a focus so that it can attract interest community to register their children and can increase the number of students in high schools 1 Pseksu Kab. Lahat, and finally the principal conducts an evaluation. The supporting factors in empowering administrative staff are: First, there is trust between superiors and subordinates Second, mutual respect and mutual understanding of the opinions expressed Third, believe that empowerment will bring benefits to the school being led. While the inhibiting factors in the empowerment are: the number of administrative staff still little, the education level of administrative staff is still low, and the lack of funding to implement empowerment.

BackgroundWe aimed to estimate the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) seroprevalence and describe its determinants and associated symptoms among unvaccinated healthcare workers (HCWs) after the first wave of the pandemic.MethodsHCWs from 13 Dutch hospitals were screened for antibodies against the spike protein of SARS-CoV-2 in June-July 2020 and after three months. Participants completed a retrospective questionnaire on determinants for occupational and community exposure to SARS-CoV-2 and symptoms suggestive of COVID-19 experienced since January 2020. The seroprevalence was calculated per baseline characteristic and symptom at baseline and after follow-up. Adjusted odds ratios (aOR) for seropositivity were determined using logistic regression.ResultsAmong 2328 HCWs, 323 (13.9%) were seropositive at enrolment, 49 of whom (15%) reported no previous symptoms suggestive of COVID-19. During follow-up, only 1% of the tested participants seroconverted. Seroprevalence was higher in younger HCWs compared to the mid-age category (aOR 1.53, 95% CI 1.07–2.18). Nurses (aOR 2.21, 95% CI 1.34–3.64) and administrative staff (aOR 1.87, 95% CI 1.02–3.43) had a higher seroprevalence than physicians. The highest seroprevalence was observed in HCWs in the emergency department (ED) (aOR 1.79, 95% CI 1.10–2.91), the lowest in HCWs in the intensive, high, or medium care units (aOR 0.47, 95% CI 0.31–0.71). Chronic respiratory disease, smoking, and having a dog were independently associated with a lower seroprevalence, while HCWs with diabetes mellitus had a higher seroprevalence. In a multivariable model containing all self-reported symptoms since January 2020, altered smell and taste, fever, general malaise/fatigue, and muscle aches were positively associated with developing antibodies, while sore throat and chills were negatively associated.ConclusionsThe SARS-CoV-2 seroprevalence in unvaccinated HCWs of 13 Dutch hospitals was 14% in June-July 2020 and remained stable after three months. A higher seroprevalence was observed in the ED and among nurses, administrative and young staff, and those with diabetes mellitus, while a lower seroprevalence was found in HCWs in intensive, high, or medium care, and those with self-reported lung disease, smokers, and dog owners. A history of altered smell or taste, fever, muscle aches and fatigue were independently associated with the presence of SARS-CoV-2 antibodies in unvaccinated HCWs.

T he study aimed to evaluate the factors influencing children involved in legal conflicts in the SOCCSKSARGEN region. The local government of SOCCSKSARGEN is adopting various strategies to address the problem of Children in Conflict with the Law (CICLs) in South Cotabato, Cotabato Province, Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani, and General Santos City. One of the procedures entails establishing the Bahay Pag-asa, a rehabilitation center for children in conflict with the law (CICLs) and at-risk youth. The study participants were of juveniles involved in criminal activities residing at St. Marcelline in General Santos City. These children were placed in the institution to redirect their focus and provide them with a safe haven while their case is being decided. This study employed a quantitative-descriptive design. This study employed the survey approach to gather information about the demographic profile and factors influencing youth involved in criminal activities, such as family relationships, peer influence, and external environmental factors. The conclusions drawn are based on the collected data. 1. Children in Conflict with the Law were of various ages, ranging from 9 to 21 years old, at the time of committing the crime. 2. The majority of these children were influenced by their family dynamics, which led them to engage in criminal activities. 3. The objective is to facilitate the reintegration of children in conflict with the law into society after their case is resolved. The aforementioned programs and services encompassed residential care services, including caring, healing, life skills intervention program, and teaching, as well as a juvenile justice program, technical skills program, and independent living program. This study examines the impact of several influences in the community on youngsters involved in criminal activities. Additionally, it might be inferred that the societal standards in their previous place of residence had ingrained a certain psychological impact on them, causing their sense of wrongdoing to be hindered.

AimThis study aimed to evaluate the nutritional literacy levels of university academic and administrative staff.MethodsData were collected with a questionnaire including sociodemographic variables, some eating habits, and the Nutritional Literacy Assessment Tool of Adults. A total of 413 individuals, 211 women (51.1%) and 202 men (48.9%), aged 23-64 (mean: 37.41 ± 10.04 years), were included in the study. The data obtained were evaluated with the SPSS 25.0 statistical package program.ResultsIt was found that the nutritional literacy level of 18.15% of the participants is at the borderline, 81.85 are sufficient. Women's nutrition literacy scores are significantly higher than men's (p = 0.034). A significant relationship was found between nutritional literacy, socioeconomic status, and some eating habits (p < 0.05). The average daily water consumption of individuals with sufficient nutritional literacy is statistically significantly higher than those with borderline nutritional literacy (p < 0.001). It was determined that individuals with borderline nutritional literacy skipped meals more frequently (p < 0.05).ConclusionThe present study suggests that nutritional literacy may be effective in developing healthy eating behaviors. The study's results can guide the determination of methods that will improve nutritional literacy and increase awareness in the future.

This article discusses the competence of the head of administration, the quality of administrative services in improving the quality of educational administration services at SMK Bhinneka Karawang. This study uses a qualitative descriptive method with data collection techniques used are observation, interviews and documentation. The results showed that the most prominent competence possessed was social competence and the lowest competence was managerial competence. Based on the quality seen from the aspect of tangibles (physical facilities) it is necessary to add related facilities, from the aspect of reliability (reliability) it is good because it has reliability in directives and input in dealing with and resolving complaints from students. The aspect of responsiveness (responsiveness) it is very good because of the mutual communication between the head of administration and the administrative staff. The aspect of guarantee (guarantee) there is a guarantee for the security of the service environment, as well as a guarantee on time in service. The aspect of empathy (empathy) it has been seen that there is a concern for the head of administration and administrative staff in identifying alternative solutions to problems faced by students

Background: The effect of trainee, associate provider, and support staff levels on physician productivity by specialty is unknown. In 2013, the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) introduced a program to measure specialist physician productivity at the practice level, defined as the total work Relative Value Units (RVUs) generated by the physicians in a practice divided by the number of clinical full-time equivalents (FTEs) attributed to that practice. Data from this program can be utilized to understand the effect of specialty practice features on physician productivity. Methods: We extracted physician productivity levels and the numbers of trainees, associate providers, administrative support staff, and clinical support staff from fiscal year 2019 workforce reports produced by the VHA Office of Productivity, Efficiency, and Staffing for practices in four representative specialties: cardiology, gastroenterology, neurology, and surgery. We used linear regression to identify associations between physician productivity and trainee and staffing levels, adjusting for the complexity group of included practices as some practices do not perform procedures. Results: A total of 122 cardiology, 112 gastroenterology, 118 neurology, and 123 surgery practices with at least 0.5 clinical FTE were included. Physician (practice) productivity ranged from 2153 to 12,497 (mean 6899) RVUs/FTE for cardiology, 1189 to 13,435 (mean 7080) RVUs/FTE for gastroenterology, 1753 to 11,322 (mean 4154) RVUs/FTE for neurology, and 1761 to 8792 (mean 4251) RVUs/FTE for surgery. Physician productivity was positively associated with the number of trainees per clinical FTE for cardiology [coefficient 818 (95% CI 260, 1376) additional RVUs/FTE] and surgery [coefficient 253 (95% CI 56, 451) additional RVUs/FTE] but not for other specialties. Only neurologist productivity was positively associated with the number of associate providers per clinical FTE [coefficient 1095 (95% CI 128, 2061) additional RVUs/FTE]. There were no significant associations between physician productivity and the numbers of administrative and clinical support staff per clinical FTE. Conclusion: There is significant variation in VHA physician productivity across practices within each specialty. Physician productivity is positively associated with the number of trainees in a practice for some specialties, including cardiology, suggesting that trainees in those specialties may enhance physician productivity. The relationship between physician productivity and trainee and associate provider ratios varies by specialty. These specialty-specific associations can inform efforts to improve VHA physician productivity.

This study investigates administrative staff’s satisfaction level towards their higher educational institutions (HEI). In this study, we compare administrative staff’s satisfaction differences from their demographic profiles: working experiences, age, and gender. A total of 322 administrative staff provided their feedback based on three elements of satisfactions which are: satisfied with their knowledge, satisfied with the management process of their HEI and finally satisfied with the escalation or growth of their HEI. The findings reveal that administrative staff were satisfied with knowledge obtained followed by satisfaction on the management of the university. On the other hand, administrative staff of HEI felt that they are least satisfied with the HEI‘s escalation. The findings unveil that female and senior administrative staff have much higher level of satisfaction compared to other related age and working experience groups.

This study generally aimed to determine the level of cultural practices and academic performance of the Blaan pupils in Sinapulan Elementary School, Sinapulan, Columbio, Sultan Kudarat. Moreover, it was intended to find out which of these practices are still prevalent. The study employed the descriptive method of research. The researchers utilized a self-formulated survey questionnaire which was validated and approved by a panel of experts. The same underwent tests of validity and reliability. The statistical tools utilized in the study were mean, standard deviation, t-test, ANOVA and correlation. Majority of the respondents were males, whose parents were elementary graduates. The extent of cultural practices as perceived by Blaan pupils was Highly Evident. Their level of academic performance was Satisfactory. There was a significant relationship between the pupils’ extent of cultural practices and their academic performance. There were no significant differences in their academic performances as to gender, age, parents’ educational attainment and monthly family income.

Job satisfaction and job performance are critical determinants of effectiveness in law enforcement organizations, directly influencing operational efficiency, personnel well-being, and public trust. This study examined the levels of job satisfaction and job performance among personnel of the La Union Police Provincial Office (LUPPO), Philippines, and identified challenges affecting these outcomes as a basis for an institutional action plan. A concurrent mixed-methods research design was employed, integrating quantitative survey data and qualitative interview findings. A total of 299 police personnel were selected through simple random sampling. Quantitative data were gathered using a validated survey questionnaire measuring job satisfaction in terms of operational and administrative accomplishments and job performance across six dimensions: output, job knowledge, work management, interpersonal relationships, concern for the organization, and personal qualities. Qualitative data were obtained through key informant interviews to explore challenges encountered by personnel. Results indicated a consistently high level of job satisfaction among LUPPO personnel, supported by strong operational engagement, effective crime prevention initiatives, administrative support mechanisms, recognition systems, and welfare programs. Job performance was rated as excellent across all evaluated dimensions by both commissioned and non-commissioned officers. Qualitative findings revealed persistent challenges, including limited training opportunities in later years, logistical and resource constraints, and emotional fatigue resulting from sustained operational demands. These findings underscore the importance of organizational support, ethical leadership, and performance-oriented management in law enforcement institutions. Thus, the study concludes that sustaining high job satisfaction is essential for maintaining excellent job performance in policing organizations. It recommends strengthening continuous training programs, communication and innovation competencies, wellness initiatives, and performance-based recognition systems to enhance organizational effectiveness and personnel resilience.

Background: Tension-type headache (TTH) is one of the most common forms of headache globally, often triggered by stress, fatigue, and poor posture, factors frequently experienced by university administrative staff. Although headaches are widespread, limited data exist regarding their prevalence in non-academic university personnel.Objective: To determine the prevalence of tension-type headache among administrative staff at the Faculty of Medicine, Udayana University.Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted from October 2022 to February 2023 involving 66 administrative staff selected through simple random sampling. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire based on standard diagnostic criteria for TTH.Results: Among the participants, 1 individual (1.5%) was classified as having tension-type headache, while 17 individuals (25.8%) met the criteria for probable tension-type headache. The remaining 48 participants (72.7%) reported no symptoms consistent with TTH.Conclusion: The prevalence of confirmed tension-type headache among administrative staff was relatively low. However, a significant proportion experienced probable TTH, suggesting a need for early identification and preventive strategies in occupational health settings. Keywords: prevalence, tension-type headache, cross-sectional study, administrative staff, university, occupational health