The Role of Teamwork on Employee Performance; A Survey of State Corporations in the Energy Sector in Kenya

Abstract

Employees are crucial for the success and sustainability of the energy sector. However, employee performance remains a major issue facing the sector. The energy sector in Kenya is grappling with a multifaceted challenge in the distribution of electricity, characterized by substantial technical and non-technical power losses. Employee performance directly influences the efficiency of operations, cost-effectiveness, and the ability to achieve organizational objectives. Strong relationships within the workplace enhance communication, foster innovation, and contribute to a positive organizational culture therefore the study sought to assess the effect of relational empowerment and employee performance in State Corporations in the energy sector in Kenya. The study specifically sought to assess the effect of teamwork on employee performance in State Corporation in the energy sector in Kenya. The study was anchored on relational exchange theory. The study adopted a descriptive research design. The target population was 204 employees from where a sample of 135 respondents was drawn using Taro Yamen formula. The study collected data using structured questionnaires and the data was analyzed using frequencies, percentages, mean, standard deviation and Pearson’s correlation. The findings from the analysis revealed that assigning responsibilities helps employees to understand their roles which enhance performance. The study also revealed that setting collaborative goals ensures that team efforts are aligned with the broader objectives of the organization. The study concluded that there exists a positive and significant relationship between teamwork and employee performance in State Corporation in the energy sector in Kenya. The study also recommended that Kenyan Energy State Corporations should encourage collaborative goal setting and define clear roles and responsibilities within teams, foster trust among team members and promote a culture of innovation to enhance teamwork and performance.