INFLUENCE OF CHARISMATIC LEADERSHIP AND INTELLECTUAL STIMULATION ON ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE IN THE ENERGY SECTOR IN KENYA: A CASE OF KENYA PIPELINE COMPANY LIMITED
Priscilla Gitu - Post Graduate Student, Management University of Africa, Kenya
Prof. Emmanuel Awuor - Associate Professor of Leadership and Management Science, Management University of Africa, Kenya
ABSTRACT
Background: Organizations operating in the current business environment are faced with a myriad of leadership challenges that obstruct achievement of their goals. The challenge of selecting appropriate leadership to steer the firm during turbulent times can never be overstressed. It is on this basis that this research evaluated the influence of charismatic leadership and intellectual stimulation on performance of Kenya Pipeline Company Limited. Study Objective: The general objective of the study was to evaluate the effect of charismatic leadership and intellectual stimulation on organizational performance. Methodology: This study used descriptive research design and a target population of 103 management level employees of KPC Limited. The researcher used stratified random sampling to select a sample of 87. Data was obtained using questionnaires. A Pilot study was conducted to test instrument’s validity and reliability. Data analysis involved use of descriptive statistics and inferential analysis. The Ordinary Least Squares regression analysis was done to test the relationship between independent and dependent variables. Findings: It was revealed from the study findings that the management of KPC do not encourages organizational learning disregarding the fact that organizational learning is key in enhancing the performance of an organization. The study further revealed that management at KPC limited has not given adequate attention to staff training and development. The study revealed that though the organization has a clear vision, this vision was not being communicated continuously to the staff. The study further established that the management of the organization does not encourage the principle of shared power and delegation. The study revealed that the ability of supervisors to observe high level work ethic and moral conduct motivates staff to work harder. Conclusion and Recommendation: In conclusion, charismatic leadership and intellectual stimulation influences organizational performance in KPC limited. Based on the findings, a recommendation was made to the management of KPC Limited to embrace organizational learning and increase resource allocation for research and development. It was also recommended that managers at all levels need to be trained and well prepared on aspects of delegation and power sharing.
