School of Business and Economics: Recent submissions
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Ndugo, Teresia; Kyongo, Joanes Kaleli; Njoroge, Mercy Kanini Njagi (International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, 2018)[more][less]
Abstract: The objective of the study was to determine the effect of competitive strategies on the performance of private primary schools and the corresponding hypothesis was formulated and tested. The study targeted 100 employees of 50 selected private primary schools in Kiambu County, Kenya and all of them responded. The study adopted a descriptive research design and purposive sampling. SPSS Version 21 was used to analyze data using simple linear regression analysis. Research findings from the test of hypothesis established that competitive strategies have positive and significant effects on the performance of private primary schools. The study confirms Competition Theory, Stakeholder Theory and Porter’s Generic Model which show a close link between the two variables. URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3591 Files in this item: 1
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Ngima, Wanjau Mary; Kyongo, Joanes Kaleli (International Journal of Humanities and Social Science, 2013)[more][less]
Abstract: The relationship between motivation and performance is a universal concern and is often talked about but many organizations do not make concrete efforts to study it in detail. These organizations blindly apply the popular motivational theories without findings and instigators which would be the result of an intensive study on motivation. In today’s hyper-competitive marketplace, understanding what fosters and forwards employee motivation and thus organizational performance is critical. Motivation is about stimulating people to action and to achieve a desired task. For organizations of all sorts to be efficient and successful, enough of every person’s drives must be stimulated and satisfied to ensure effective performance. There is more emphasizes on excellent management as a major contributor to personal effectiveness, group efficiency and business success. The concept of motivational management was there in practice since the age of slavery; however, its motivation was as a result of fear, suffering and intimidation. Today, managers have at their disposal managing instruments by which they can stimulate latent efforts and performance of their teams. The research set out to investigate the contribution of motivational management to employee performance in the Vehicle Body Building industry. Dodi Autotech (K) Limited and Two M Autotech (K) Limited were identified for the study. The researcher first reviewed the relevant literature on motivation, the role of management in motivation and in particular motivational management as a factor of motivation. Questionnaires were used to collect information from the organization’s employees. The researcher interviewed the senior managers and also spent a day in the organizations’ premises observing the workers as they worked and interacted with one another. This was to gather information on behaviour and attitudes at work and towards work in the organizations. The data collected was entered and analyzed on the SPSS software, after which it was presented and interpreted using a combination of tables, bar charts and continuous prose. The Chi-square test of association was used in testing the hypothesis of the study. The result showed that employees in the two organizations of study were to a very large extent influenced to perform by a combination of intrinsic and extrinsic motivational factors applied through management initiatives. The research found the following motivational variables to have significantly influenced employee retention in both organizations; challenging/interesting work; awareness of the relationship between work, organization goals and priorities; performance progress review; performance discussions and rewards for good performance. Motivational management can influence the workplace behaviour and attitudes both positively and negatively. The researcher intends to create awareness on the importance of designing and maintaining an environment that is stress free and an environment that is conducive for optimum employee performance The research was then concluded by indicating areas of improvement and recommending management methods that enhance the employee motivation that leads to increased employee performance. URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3590 Files in this item: 1
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Factors Influencing Employee Motivation In Catholic Church Owned Institutions In Nairobi City CountySwala, Mathew Njuguna; Kyongo, Joanes Kaleli (Researchjournali’s Journal of Human Resource, 2015)[more][less]
Abstract: Motivation is a critical tool in Human Resource Management as it is about stimulating people to action in order to achieve a desired task. For an organization to be efficient, effective and successful, all stakeholders‟ drives must be stimulated and satisfied to ensure effective work performance. Creating efficient motivation system is the answer to what really attracts and retains potential employees in organizations. There are a number of studies involving factors influencing employee motivation but there is none that zeros in on Catholic Church owned institutions this is the gap that the study sought to fill. The purpose of the study was to establish the factors influencing employee motivation in Catholic Church owned institutions with a focus on remuneration, training, work environment and communication, by using employee satisfaction as the measure of the motivation levels of employees. The researcher reviewed the relevant literature on employee motivation guided by motivation theories. The researcher used questionnaires to collect data from the organizations‟ employees. A correlational research design was employed in the study examining the relationship between independent variables, intervening variable and the dependent variable. The study established statistically significant relationships between employee motivation and work environment, as well as between motivation and existing communication methods. Specifically availability of tools, space and equipment when taken as a measure of work environment, was found to influence satisfaction, and by extension motivation negatively. The study also found that when employees are well informed on issues in their department and the entire organization, it has a positive influence on their satisfaction and hence motivation. It is clear from the findings across all the four independent variables used that there is still need to involve employees and their employers in discussions on decision making for the respective departments and the organization as a whole. It is therefore recommended that Catholic Church owned institutions in Nairobi City County look for options to ensure this is applied in running their institutions for better employee motivation. URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3589 Files in this item: 1
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Otila, Pauline Kamwara; Kyongo, Joanes Kaleli (International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, 2017)[more][less]
Abstract: The objective of the study was to establish the effect of transformational leadership on the performance of audit firms and a corresponding hypothesis was formulated and tested. The study targeted all the 45 employees of MK Certified Public Accountants audit firm in Kenya and all of them responded. The chosen firm represents all the other audit firms in Kenya hence the findings will be generalized. The study adopted a descriptive research design. SPSS Version 21 was used to analyze data using descriptive and inferential statistics. Research findings from the test of hypothesis established that transformational leadership affects performance of audit firms. The study findings support Transformational leadership theory which links transformational leadership to organizational performance. Further study can be carried out in other audit firms or otherwise in Kenya and other countries. URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3588 Files in this item: 1
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Omare, John Onditi; Kyongo, Joanes Kaleli (International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, 2017)[more][less]
Abstract: The objective of the study was to establish the effect of entrepreneurial skills on competitive advantage among small and medium enterprises in Kawangware Division, Nairobi County in Kenya and the corresponding hypothesis was formulated and tested. A descriptive survey design was adopted for the study. Convenience sampling was used. The study targeted 102 proprietors of SMEs and 75 of them responded. SPSS Version 21 was used to analyze data using simple regression analysis. Research findings from the test of the hypothesis established that entrepreneurial skills lead to creation of competitive advantage among small and medium size enterprises. The study findings support the Resource Based View which explains how specific entrepreneurial skills, which are intangible resources combine with other tangible resources to enable SMEs to be competitive in the market. The research recommends further investigation of the study variables SMEs in other parts of Kenya. URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3587 Files in this item: 1
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Mulinge, Patrick; Kyongo, Joanes Kaleli (International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, 2017)[more][less]
Abstract: The study sought to establish the effect of strategic innovation on the performance of commercial banks in Kenya and the corresponding hypothesis was formulated and tested. The study targeted 150 employees of the Commercial Bank of Africa located at the head office in Nairobi, Kenya and 131 of them responded. The study adopted a descriptive research design. SPSS Version 21 was used to analyze data using simple linear regression analysis. Research findings from the test of hypothesis established that strategic innovation positively and significantly affected the performance of Commercial Bank of Africa. The study findings support the Blue Ocean Theory and Resource Based View Theory which explain the role of innovation and internal resources in organizational performance. The study contributes to knowledge by establishing that strategic innovation has a positive and significant effect on the performance of commercial banks. URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3586 Files in this item: 1
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Mathu, Hellen; Kyongo, Joanes Kaleli (The International Journal Of Humanities & Social Studies, 2017)[more][less]
Abstract: The objective of the study was to establish the effect of strategic innovation on competitive advantage and the corresponding hypothesis was formulated and tested. The study targeted 77 employees from Dimension Data, East Africa and 63 of them responded. The study adopted a descriptive research design and data was collected through structured questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics by the help of SPSS Version 21. Research findings from the test of hypothesis established that strategic innovation had positive effect on competitive advantage in Dimension Data East Africa ICT Company in Nairobi County, Kenya. The study findings supported the Resource-Based View (RBV) Theory and Christensen’s Disruptive Theory of Innovation which explain the strategic innovation – competitive advantage link. URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3585 Files in this item: 1
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Kyongo, Joanes Kaleli (International Journal of Recent Advances in Multidisciplinary Research, 2016)[more][less]
Abstract: The objective of the study was to determine the effect of technical competence on the performance of firms listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange and the corresponding hypothesis was formulated and tested. The study targeted Human resource managers of each of the 64 firms listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange as at December, 2014, and 34 of them responded. The study adopted the positivist research philosophy and a descriptive survey design. SPSS Version 21 was used to analyze data using regression analysis. Research findings from the test of the hypothesis established that technical competence has positive and significant effect on firm performance. The study finding supports the Resource-Based View and Knowledge Space Theory which underscore the crucial role of technical competence in firm performance. The study recommends further investigation of the study variables in non-governmental organizations, academic institutions and churches. URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3584 Files in this item: 1
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Kyongo, Joanes Kaleli; K’Obonyo, Peter; Pokhariyal, Ganesh; Kidombo, Harriet (The International Journal Of Business & Management, 2016)[more][less]
Abstract: The objective of the study was to determine the effect of human resource management (HRM) bundles on the performance of firms listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) and a corresponding hypothesis was formulated and tested. The study targeted human resource managers of each of the 64 companies listed on the NSE as at December, 2014, and 34 of them responded. The study adopted a positivist research philosophy and a descriptive survey design. SPSS Version 21 was used to analyze data using regression analysis. The research findings from the test of hypothesis established that HRM bundles had a significant effect on firm performance. The research findings support the Ability-Motivation-Opportunity (AMO) Theory which underscores the crucial role of HRM bundles in firm performance. The study recommends further investigation of the study variables in other types of organizations such as learning institutions and non-governmental organizations. URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3583 Files in this item: 1
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Kyongo, Joanes Kaleli; K’Obonyo, Peter; Pokhariyal, Ganesh; Kidombo, Harriet (International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, 2016)[more][less]
Abstract: The objective of the study was to determine the effect of firm-level institutions on the performance of companies listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) and a corresponding hypothesis was formulated and tested. The study targeted Human Resource managers of each of the 64 companies listed on the NSE as at 31 December, 2014 and 34 of them responded. The study adopted the positivist research philosophy and a descriptive survey design. SPSS Version 21 was used to analyze data using simple regression analysis. Research findings from the test of hypothesis established that firm-level institutions have a positive and significant effect on company performance. The study findings support the Resource - BasedView (RBV) which underscores the crucial role of firm-level institutions in company performance. The study recommends further research in non-governmental organizations and small and medium size enterprises using more firm-level institutions. URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3582 Files in this item: 1
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Kyongo, Joanes Kaleli; K’Obonyo, Peter; Pokhariyal, Ganesh; Kidombo, Harriet (Canadian Open Management Journal, 2016)[more][less]
Abstract: The objective of the study was to determine the effect of management competence on the performance of firms listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange and the corresponding hypothesis was formulated and tested. The study targeted human resource managers of each of the 64 firms listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange as at December, 2014, and 34 of them responded. The study adopted the positivist research philosophy and a descriptive survey design. Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) Version 21 was used to analyze data using regression analysis. Research findings from the test of hypothesis established that management competence has positive and significant effect on firm performance. The study finding supports the Resource-Based View and Knowledge Space Theory which underscore the crucial role of management competence in company performance. The study recommends further investigation of the study variables in non-governmental organizations, small and medium sized enterprises and faith-based organizations. URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3581 Files in this item: 1
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Atieno, Lucy Anne; Kyongo, Joanes Kaleli (International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, United Kingdom, 2017)[more][less]
Abstract: The study sought to establish the effect of strategic change on the performance of Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) and the corresponding hypothesis was formulated and tested. The study targeted 144 employees located at the head office in Nairobi, Kenya and 79 of them responded. The study adopted a descriptive research design and applied convenience sampling technique. SPSS Version 21 was used to analyze data using simple regression analysis. Research findings from the test of hypothesis established that strategic change significantly affects performance at Kenya Wildlife Service. The study findings support Lewin’s change management theory, which helps to identify the outcomes of strategic change and also control the negative outcomes in the early stages of strategic change implementation so as not to negatively influence organizational performance. The study makes a contribution to the existing body of knowledge by establishing a positive and significant effect of strategic change on organizational performance. The study recommends further research in other State Owned Corporations in Kenya and elsewhere. URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3580 Files in this item: 1
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Katuka, Théophile M.; Kagwaini, Dorothy Muthoka; Waweru, Jimnah (International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, 2019)[more][less]
Abstract: The objective of this study was to examine the influence of firm-level factors on access to debt financing among Agribusiness-SMEs in Beni, DRC. The study’s target population consisted of 91 employees working in the respective finance departments of the 27 small and medium-sized agribusiness enterprises operating in Beni, DRC. A self-administered questionnaire was used to collect primary data which was analysed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 23.0. Both descriptive and inferential statistical analysis were conducted. Findings showed that firm-specific factors, financial factors, and manager/owner factors play a significant role as far as access to debt is concerned. The study indicated that the three categories of factors combined together explain 66.4% of the access to debt financing among Agribusiness-SMEs in Beni. The study recommended that Agribusiness-SMEs have proper accounting in order to increase their chances of accessing debt financing. URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3576 Files in this item: 1
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Waithima, Abraham K. (KCA Journal of Business Management., 2008)[more][less]
Abstract: This paper adopts the Hendry Model with a two-step method to model a saving function for Kenya. The Model uses a complex dynamic specification that includes lagged dependent and the independent variables. The paper finds that a 1% increase in GDP growth rate leads to a 0.5% increase in private saving in the long run which is consistent with the life cycle hypothesis. A striking result in the saving function is the positive effect that population growth rate seems to have on private savings which puts into question the notion of a smaller population as a mobilization tool for private saving. Even though consumption seems to have a significant negative effect on private savings in the short run, in the long run, it does not seem to have any significant effect. Causality tests support a uni-directional causality from per capita GDP to private saving and a bi-directional causality between Gross Domestic Saving and Investment. URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3567 Files in this item: 1
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Waithima, Abraham K.; Burns, Justine (Globethics.net, 2014)[more][less]
Abstract: Using a one-shot sequential-move bribery game, this paper investigates the role of ethnic heterogeneity on corruption. The interest is premised on the high levels of corruption in Kenya coupled with the rising ethnicization of politics. When ethnic identity is made salient, when a potential bribe-giver and a third party are co-ethnic, the bribegiver is significantly less likely to offer a bribe to a non-coethnic bribee. Rather, a bribe-giver is more likely to offer a bribe to a co-ethnic bribee when the third party is also co-ethnic. A possible explanation for this behaviour is the bribe-giver's expectation of ingroup reciprocity from both the bribee and the third party. A bribe-giver anticipates that a bribe offered to a non-coethnic bribee might be more likely to be punished by a co-ethnic third party than a bribe offered to another co-ethnic. Thiswould be consistent with the notion of ingroup reciprocity in the sense that when a bribe is offered to a co- ethnic bribee, even though this hurts the third party, the disutility experienced is somehow less than when the bribe is offered to a non-coethnic bribee. In other words, even though the third party is adversely affected in both instances, there is some solace to be found in the fact that a fellow co-ethnic is benefitting from the bribe as opposed to a non-coethnic. The anticipation by a bribe-giver that the bribee makes a decision to accept or reject a bribe on the basis of ethnic consideration is mistaken since the bribee's decision is purely opportunistic. The bribee's decision is mainly based on the initial endowment and bribe amounts. URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3565 Files in this item: 1
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Waithima, Abraham K. (European Scientific Journal, 2012)[more][less]
Abstract: This paper seeks to determine if people’s religious affiliation matters in their propensity to act corruptly. Using a three-person one-shot sequential move corruption game, this paper finds that people internalize their religious beliefs to affect outcomes including acting corruptly. Consistent with findings by Flavin and Ledet (2010), this paper find Catholics to have a higher propensity to offer and accept bribes and be less likely to punish corruption culprits than protestants and muslims. This paper concludes that people’s religious affiliation matters in the fight against corruption URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3564 Files in this item: 1
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Wanjau, Mary Ngima; Kyongo, Joanes Kaleli (International Journal of Humanities and Social Science, 2013)[more][less]
Abstract: The relationship between motivation and performance is a universal concern and is often talked about but many organizations do not make concrete efforts to study it in detail. These organizations blindly apply the popular motivational theories without findings and instigators which would be the result of an intensive study on motivation. In today’s hyper-competitive marketplace, understanding what fosters and forwards employee motivation and thus organizational performance is critical. Motivation is about stimulating people to action and to achieve a desired task. For organizations of all sorts to be efficient and successful, enough of every person’s drives must be stimulated and satisfied to ensure effective performance. There is more emphasizes on excellent management as a major contributor to personal effectiveness, group efficiency and business success. The concept of motivational management was there in practice since the age of slavery; however, its motivation was as a result of fear, suffering and intimidation. Today, managers have at their disposal managing instruments by which they can stimulate latent efforts and performance of their teams. The research set out to investigate the contribution of motivational management to employee performance in the Vehicle Body Building industry. Dodi Autotech (K) Limited and Two M Autotech (K) Limited were identified for the study. The researcher first reviewed the relevant literature on motivation, the role of management in motivation and in particular motivational management as a factor of motivation. Questionnaires were used to collect information from the organization’s employees. The researcher interviewed the senior managers and also spent a day in the organizations’ premises observing the workers as they worked and interacted with one another. This was to gather information on behaviour and attitudes at work and towards work in the organizations. The data collected was entered and analyzed on the SPSS software, after which it was presented and interpreted using a combination of tables, bar charts and continuous prose. The Chi-square test of association was used in testing the hypothesis of the study. The result showed that employees in the two organizations of study were to a very large extent influenced to perform by a combination of intrinsic and extrinsic motivational factors applied through management initiatives. The research found the following motivational variables to have significantly influenced employee retention in both organizations; challenging/interesting work; awareness of the relationship between work, organization goals and priorities; performance progress review; performance discussions and rewards for good performance. Motivational management can influence the workplace behaviour and attitudes both positively and negatively. The researcher intends to create awareness on the importance of designing and maintaining an environment that is stress free and an environment that is conducive for optimum employee performance The research was then concluded by indicating areas of improvement and recommending management methods that enhance the employee motivation that leads to increased employee performance. URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3562 Files in this item: 1
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Yiek, Gordon Koang; Irungu, Dancan Njagi; Mwamba, Dorcas (Journal of Human Resource and Leadership, 2017)[more][less]
Abstract: Training and development strategy is not given high priority in organizations. In public institutions, problem related to facility, participants, administration, lack of seriousness on the parts of the trainees, trainers, lack of communication with the superiors on training and different expectations from training are major obstacles which can create negative progress about training. Amidst the shortcomings there are numerous benefits that can be accrued through training and development and employee productivity, employee satisfaction, organizational efficiency and effectiveness. The purpose of this study was to assess the effect of training and development strategies on Organizational performance in Central Bank of South Sudan, Juba. Objectives of the Study were; to determine how training and development strategies that have been adopted by Central Bank of Southern Sudan affect its performance and to establish the challenges experienced by Central Bank of Southern Sudan when implementing training and development. The research was conducted at Central Bank of South Sudan which is situated in Juba. The data was obtained from employees of the bank from both the management and Staff from different departments. The descriptive research design was used in the study. The target population was 111 employees while the sample population was 41 employees. The findings showed that several training and development strategies have been adopted by the Central Bank of South Sudan. The extent of strategy adoption was however different. The study found organizational culture, policies and leadership style influenced strategies adoption. The finding showed that training and development strategies increase staff motivation, increase employee satisfaction hence increasing productivity of employees. The study recommends that evaluation of the training methods should be done before the training is given so that the impact of the training on performance ismeasured. Also, training is an investment to the employees by the organization, and should, therefore, bring returns to the organization. On the area for further study, an expanded study which covers not only the Central Bank of South Sudan but also related banks be carried out as this will help to assess whether the findings of the current study could have universal application. URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3561 Files in this item: 1
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Kariuki, Stephen; Njenga, Kefah; Irungu, Dancan Njagi (Journal of Strategic Management, 2017)[more][less]
Abstract: Purpose: The general purpose of study was to establish the strategic role that corporate governance mechanisms play in the sustainable corporate performance of commercial banking sector in Kenya. Methodology: The study adopted a descriptive research design. The actual population was also the targeted population was 43 banks since the banks were all accessible. A total of 17 banks were used as an actual sample representing 37% of the total population. The researcher in this study used questionnaire as a data collection tool. The data collected was analyzed by use of both inferential and descriptive statistics. Results: Study findings indicated that, there was an insignificant relationship between percentage mean of independent directors, top 10 shareholding and ROA. In addition there was an insignificant relationship between board size, percentage mean of independent directors, top 10 shareholding and individual shareholding, and Customer satisfaction index. Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: The study recommends that, commercial banks in Kenya should continue adhering to corporate governance requirements since it may have positively contributed to sustainable performance. URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3555 Files in this item: 1
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Muchangi, Denis Jamleck; Kerre, Francis; Kalei, Anne Favour; Irungu, Dancan Njagi (International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, 2015)[more][less]
Abstract: While gender responsive laws and policies have been adapted and enacted, gender differences continue to persist in the various dimensions of industrial occupations both in Kenya and other parts of the world. The objective of this study was to identify the levels of gender representation at the organizational and trade unions level and the impact of the new labour laws on gender disparities of the selected organizations and the related trade unions in Kenya. The study used the descriptive survey research design to obtain data from the selected organizations and the related trade unions. Primary data were obtained from 360 respondents drawn from operational, management and trade unions levels using interviews and questionnaires, while organizations’ records were used for secondary data. Data were summarized using percentages, ratios,frequencies and the measures of central tendency. The findings revealed that gender disparities continue to persist in Kenyan organizations, and that many of the gender responsive policies within the new labour laws lack the capacity to create gender balances in organizations. The key recommendations made included the enforcement of the two third rule at all organizational levels. URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3554 Files in this item: 1