Enhancing Organizational Performance through Human Resource Incentives: Insights from TANESCO Dodoma, Tanzania

Abstract

Human resource incentives are crucial for enhancing organisational 
performance by boosting employee motivation, satisfaction, and 
performance. A study at TANESCO Dodoma analysed the effects of 
financial incentives, staff training, and employee recognition using a 
quantitative methodology and explanatory cross-sectional design. This 
research provided insights into the immediate effect of these 
incentives on organisational performance and the overall effectiveness 
of the employees at TANESCO Dodoma. A study was conducted with 
187 employees from TANESCO Dodoma, selected through simple 
random sampling to ensure representativeness. Data was collected 
through structured questionnaires to assess employee perceptions and 
attitudes on the incentives and analysed using multiple linear 
regression techniques, yielding significant findings. The results 
indicated a significant positive relationship between various incentives 
and organisational performance. Specifically, the findings indicate that 
staff training is the most significant factor in improving performance, 
with a p-value of p < 0.001. Financial incentives follow closely, showing 
a notable impact with a p-value of p = 0.01. While staff recognition 
also plays an important role, its effect is comparatively smaller, with a 
p-value of p = 0.022. The study highlights the crucial role of human 
resource incentives at TANESCO Dodoma in driving organisational 
performance. This study provides context-specific evidence on the 
contribution of human resource incentives, particularly in a Tanzanian 
public sector setting, which has received limited attention in prior 
research. The study recommends optimising financial incentives to 
boost employee motivation and performance, expanding training 
programs to enhance skills, and implementing recognition practices to 
reward exceptional contributions. These strategies emphasise the 
need for continuous investment in human resources to support 
sustainable growth and success.