The Impact of Monitoring and Evaluation of Human Capacity on the Implementation of Infrastructure Projects in Public Secondary Schools in Kakamega County, Kenya

Abstract: The purpose of the study was to examine the influence of monitoring and evaluation of human capacity on implementation of infrastructure projects in public secondary school in Kakamega County, Kenya. The target population was principals, Board of Management chairpersons, Parents Association chairpersons and Sub County Education officers. Stratified sampling and purposive sampling technique were used to select respondents. A sample size of 316 respondents was selected comprising of 101 principals, 101 Board of Management chairpersons, 101 Parents Association chairpersons and 13 Sub County Education officers. Primary data was collected from the respondents using questionnaires and interview schedule. Qualitative data was analyzed qualitatively using content analysis based on meanings and implications emanating from respondent’s information. Data from questionnaires was analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistical methods. Descriptive statistics consisted of frequencies, percentages, mean, and standard deviation. Inferential statistics consisted linear and multiple regression analysis. Findings reveled that the linear regression model, (R2 = .207) showed that human capacity account for 20.7% variation in implementation of infrastructure projects. The study hypothesized that there is no significant effect of human capacity and implementation of infrastructure projects. The findings showed that there was a positive significant effect of human capacity and implementation of infrastructure projects (β3=0.416 and p value <0.05). Therefore, an increase in human capacity led to an increase in implementation of infrastructure projects. The null hypothesis was rejected. Therefore, human capacity had a significant influence on implementation of infrastructure projects. The study recommended the need to invest in ongoing training and skill development for individuals involved in project management and implementation. Recognizing the public works officer as a technical adviser on project management is essential, and support for their role should continue. Establishing a structured and continuous human capacity development program can enhance project management skills and ensure that all stakeholders are well-equipped to handle various challenges that may arise during implementation.

Keywords: Monitoring and Evaluation, Human capacity, Implementation of Infrastructure Projects, Public Secondary Schools, Kakamega County.

Title: The Impact of Monitoring and Evaluation of Human Capacity on the Implementation of Infrastructure Projects in Public Secondary Schools in Kakamega County, Kenya

Author: Dr. George King Nabibya, Dr. Herbert Dimo, Dr. Joshua Ketter

International Journal of Recent Research in Social Sciences and Humanities (IJRRSSH)

ISSN 2349-7831

Vol. 11, Issue 1, January 2024 - March 2024

Page No: 48-57

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Published Date: 09-February-2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10638500

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