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Author(s): Obabuike Ikeni Nkpurukwe, Kefas Samuila Tungkir, Joseph Yusuf Musaga, Hajara Agwaru Ismaila.

Volume/Issue: Volume 8, Issue 2 (2025)

Page No: 136-150

Journal: African Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Research (AJSSHR)

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Abstract:

The concept of workplace spirituality has gained increasing attention in contemporary organizational studies, particularly regarding its impact on employee well-being, motivation, and overall organizational performance. This study investigates the impact of workplace spirituality on organizational performance in the Industrial Training Fund (ITF) in Jos, Plateau State. Using a survey research approach, the study explores key dimensions of workplace spirituality, including meaningful work, a sense of community, and alignment with organizational values. Drawing on the theoretical frameworks of Self-Determination Theory, this research examines how workplace spirituality influences employees’ intrinsic motivation, commitment, and ethical behavior. The population of the study comprised 205 employees of ITF across the ten departments. A census sampling was employed where the population was adopted as sample size. A multiple regression analysis was employed. The regression analysis revealed that meaningful work (B = 0.773, P < 0.000), sense of community (B = 0.808, P < 0.000), and alignment with organizational values (B = 0.650, P < 0.000) each contribute significantly to enhanced employee productivity, motivation, and job satisfaction. The findings suggest that organizations prioritizing workplace spirituality experience higher employee commitment, reduced turnover, and improved overall performance. The study concludes that workplace spirituality has a great positive impact on organizational performance. The study recommended that organizations create an atmosphere where employees feel a sense of belonging, and meaning, and set goals that align with employee career objectives.

Keywords:

Workplace spirituality, Meaningful work, Sense of community, Alignment with organizational values, Organizational performance.

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