Investigating the impact of project management practices on projects completion in Non-Governmental health organizations in Namibia- Oshana region
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2024-09-06
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This study delivers a comprehensive analysis of the impact of project management practices on project completion rates within Non-Governmental Health Organizations (NGHOs) in the Oshana Region of Namibia. Recognizing the pivotal role that effective project management plays in achieving organizational objectives, this research investigates how key practices such as project planning, communication, monitoring, capacity building, and stakeholder engagement—affect the success of health-related projects. The research focused on a target population of 85 employees from four organizations: Project Hope, I-TECH, Intra Health, and Society for Family Health Catholic AIDS Action. Permission to collect data was obtained from three of these organizations. A structured questionnaire was distributed via Google Forms to 65 employees across the participating organizations, yielding 51 completed responses.
Adopting a positivist philosophy and a quantitative research approach, the study employed a cross-sectional design for data analysis. Data was processed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS), incorporating descriptive statistics, regression analysis, and inferential tests to examine the relationship between project management practices and project completion rates. Findings indicate that 88.2% of respondents believe effective project management practices significantly enhance project completion rates, with 47.1% being very familiar with these practices. The study reveals that essential practices—such as active stakeholder involvement, thorough project planning, and the establishment of structured monitoring and feedback mechanisms—are crucial for achieving project goals. Effective communication and regular feedback are identified as vital components for addressing project challenges and meeting deadlines. Despite the overall recognition of the value of these practices, areas requiring improvement include the consistent application of project management practices and the effective communication of monitoring results.
The research provides actionable recommendations for NGHOs, advocating for enhancements in feedback mechanisms, improved alignment between monitoring activities and project objectives, and better communication channels. It also highlights the importance of ongoing training and development to increase familiarity with project management practices, which is positively correlated with improved project performance. Future research should extend these findings by exploring emerging trends in project management, evaluating the impact of technological advancements, and examining the influence of organizational culture on project management practices. Addressing these areas will help organizations refine their approaches and achieve greater success in their project endeavors.
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A Thesis report submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the Master of Management in the Faculty of Commerce, Human Science and Education at Namibia University of Science and Technology
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Nangolo, D.M. (2024). Investigating the impact of project management practices on projects completion in Non-Governmental health organizations in Namibia- Oshana region [Master's thesis, Namibia University of Science and Technology].