| dc.description.abstract | Management by Objectives (MBO) is a performance management approach where employees and
managers collaborate to set individual goals aligned with broader organizational objectives. While
MBO's potential benefits are recognized, its effectiveness particularly in the context of varying
organizational cultures and appraisal purposes, remains unclear. The general objective of the study was
to investigate the relationship between MBO and employee performance within Isiolo County
Government. The study specifically examined the influence of evaluation on employees’ performance
in Isiolo County. The study was grounded on image theory. The population of study was 260 employees
across seven county ministries. Data was collected using a questionnaire subjected to pilot study.
Quantitative data was analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. The study showed that
overall evaluation (with a p-value of 0.897) does not significantly contribute to employee performance
within the County Government of Isiolo. Therefore, the null hypothesis for evaluation was accepted.
Because the study found no significant influence of evaluation on employee performance, there is a
critical need for organization to refine their evaluation systems. To gain a deeper understanding of the
long-term impact of evaluation on employee performance in Kenyan county governments, longitudinal
research is warranted. The study recommends need for Isiolo County Government to improve its
evaluation processes. Evaluators should provide valuable input to aid in performance improvement in
employees of Isiolo county government. | en_US |
