1 Tools of Management Study Characteristics Title: Improving job fit for mission workers by including expatriate and local job experts in job specification
Results Descriptive Statistics Study 1: There was a significant difference between the ratings of local workers and expatriates. This shows that the criteria were different
Conclusions and Discussion Conclusions To effectively reduce job dissatisfaction, organizations should ensure that employees' job specifications are aligned with their skills and qualifications Critical Analysis:
APA Citation: Manson, J., & Carr, S. (2011). Improving job fit for mission workers by including expatriate and local job experts in job specification. Journal Of Managerial Psychology, 26(6), 465484. doi: 10.1108/02683941111154347
Study 2: There was a high level of variance in job satisfaction, engagement and life satisfaction between local workers and expatriates due to the difference in the degree of fit between the two.
Limitations and Threats to Validity: The duration of the study and methods used to collect the data are not specified.
The research was carried out on a small sample size and only one project. It might therefore not be adequate. Sample & Selection Criteria: Study Design: Two studies - Study I and II Study I Host nation missionaries = 70 - Local job experts = 22 - Expatriate mission leaders = 25 - Expatriate mission workers = 23 Study II Individual expatriate mission workers = 130 Objectives / Purpose To examine whether in international aid work, job specification and the suitability of an individual for the job affects performance and productivity. Independent Variables Job specification