Research Article
Assessment of Factors Influencing Job Satisfaction Among Academic Staff of Shehu Sule College of Nursing Sciences Damaturu, Yobe State
Salisu Lawan*,
Muhammad Sadiq Ali,
Amina Babayo Hamma,
Ya’u Saleh,
Aida Mohammed Kajiama,
Fatima Baba Saleh,
Yakawu Bukar Sheriff,
Sulaiman Isah Fika,
Maimuna Yusuf Sule,
Yagana Abba Sidi,
Zainab Balaraba Yakubu,
Amina Garba Muhammad
Issue:
Volume 15, Issue 3, June 2026
Pages:
44-51
Received:
13 November 2025
Accepted:
30 March 2026
Published:
12 May 2026
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajns.20261503.11
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Abstract: Job satisfaction plays a vital role in enhancing staff morale, motivation, and institutional performance, particularly in academic settings where effective teaching and mentorship depend on staff commitment. This study identified the following objectives: level of job satisfaction, factors that influence job satisfaction and strategies to improve job satisfaction among academic staff in Shehu Sule College of nursing science Damaturu. A descriptive cross-sectional research design was adopted, and data were collected from 67 respondents using a structured questionnaire. The findings revealed that a moderate level of overall job satisfaction, regular salary payment, good collegial relationships autonomy in teaching and a sense of personal accomplishments were among the factors influencing job satisfaction among staff of Shehu Sule College of nursing science. The provision of adequate staff, fair compensation, recognition and motivation, and sponsorship for further studies are suggested strategies found in the study. We recommend the recruitment of more staff to reduce workload and ensure equitable distribution of responsibilities. Compensation packages should be reviewed to ensure fairness, adequacy, and commensurability with qualifications and responsibilities and Clear, transparent, and fair promotion policies should be implemented to motivate staff.
Abstract: Job satisfaction plays a vital role in enhancing staff morale, motivation, and institutional performance, particularly in academic settings where effective teaching and mentorship depend on staff commitment. This study identified the following objectives: level of job satisfaction, factors that influence job satisfaction and strategies to improve j...
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