| dc.description.abstract | This study investigated the effect of work-life balance on employee retention among
academic staff at Egerton University in Nakuru County, Kenya. Specifically, it examined
the impact of flexible working arrangements on employee retention. The research
employed a causal research design with a sample size of 202 academic staff members,
determined using the Taro Yamane formula. Data was collected through structured
questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive statistics and linear regression analysis.
The findings revealed a strong positive correlation (R = 0.863) between flexible working
arrangements and employee retention, with flexible working arrangements explaining
74.5% of the variance in employee retention. The study found that aspects such as flexible
teaching schedules, work setups that boost improvement, and arrangements that
enhance job satisfaction and reduce job stress significantly contribute to employee
retention. However, the research also highlighted areas of concern, particularly the lack
of flexibility in granting time off for personal matters. The study concludes that
implementing flexible working policies can significantly enhance employee retention
among academic staff. These findings contribute to the growing body of literature on
work-life balance and employee retention in higher education institutions, particularly
in the Kenyan context | en_US |
