Occupational stress, job commitment and job satisfaction among civil workers in Makerere University, Kampala district.

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to investigate the relationship between Occupational Stress, Job Commitment and Job Satisfaction among Civil Workers in Makerere University. It adopted a correlational research design. A sample of 263 civil employees both female and male was selected by use of simple random sampling technique. Data was collected by use of self-administered questionnaire and was analyzed using the statistical package for social scientists (SPSS, version 21). Frequencies were obtained and computed into percentages; Pearson’s coefficient (rs) was used to test the significance of hypotheses 1, 2, and 3. The findings show that Occupational stress and Occupational commitment are positively and significantly related (r =.091 at p =.539) furthermore the findings show that Occupational stress and Job Satisfaction are positively and significantly related (r=.648, P=.001). However, findings show that Occupational stress and Job Satisfaction are negatively and insignificantly related (r =.544, r=-.000). But it was recommended that the government, employers and non-government organization need to carry further research on other issues that might affect job satisfaction. These may include anxiety, depression and traumas.