http://www.ajsse.org/index.php/1/issue/feed Academic Journal of Social Sciences and Education 2025-08-27T13:20:51+00:00 Prof Tufano editor@ajsse.org Open Journal Systems <p><strong>Academic Journal of Social Sciences and Education (AJSSE)</strong> is a prestigious, peer-reviewed, and open-access publication dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary research in social sciences and education. Published by the <strong>Stanford Research and Publishing Institute</strong>, the journal serves as a global platform for scholars to share innovative, high-quality research that addresses contemporary issues and theoretical advancements.</p> <p>AJSSE encompasses a wide range of disciplines, including sociology, anthropology, psychology, political science, education methodologies, curriculum development, and creative arts such as literature, performing arts, and visual arts. It aims to promote academic excellence and become a leading journal in its field.</p> <p>The journal publishes original research articles, review papers, case studies, conceptual frameworks, and book reviews, with special issues highlighting critical topics in social sciences and education. Available in both print and online versions, AJSSE ensures widespread dissemination of impactful academic work.</p> <p><strong>Mission</strong>: To provide a rigorous intellectual platform for global scholars, fostering innovation and collaboration in the social sciences and education disciplines.</p> <p><strong>Country of Publication:</strong> U.S.A</p> <p><strong>Accepted Language:</strong> English</p> <p><strong>Indexing: </strong>Articles of SPRJB journals are subjected to a thorough peer review process before being included in the standard indexing databases such as index copernicus (IC value), cross Ref DOI, Scientific Indexing Services (SIS), Directory of Open Acess Journals (DOAJ), Directory of Research Journals Indexing (DRJI), Google Scholar, Research Bible, and Science Centre.</p> http://www.ajsse.org/index.php/1/article/view/311 JOB ENRICHMENT STRATEGIES AND HEALTH WORKER PERFORMANCE IN DEVOLVED HEALTH SYSTEMS IN SELECTED COUNTIES IN KENYA 2025-08-27T12:58:12+00:00 Musa Oluoch musaoluoch@gmail.com Wanja Mwaura-Tenambergen Mwaura-Tenambergen wanjaMwaura-Tenambergen@gmail.com Job Mapesa mapesa@gmail.com <p>The effectiveness of health workers in a devolved health system is vital for achieving national and global health objectives. In Kenya, performance challenges among health workers have persisted, often aggravated by industrial actions involving nurses, clinical officers, and other professionals. This study examined the influence of job enrichment strategies on health worker performance within Kenya’s devolved health system. A descriptive survey design was adopted, targeting 663 health workers across 70 Tier 3 public health facilities in Kisumu, Machakos, and Migori counties, with a sample of 399 respondents determined using Nassiuma’s formula. Data were collected through structured Likert-scale questionnaires and key informant interviews and analyzed using SPSS version 26 through linear regression analysis. Results indicated that job enrichment strategies had a statistically significant and positive effect on health worker performance. The study concludes that job enrichment strategies—such as fostering strong professional values, aligning skills with assigned tasks, providing supportive supervision, and reinforcing adherence to established norms and codes of conduct—are essential for enhancing health worker performance. These strategies not only promote accountability and professional integrity but also create an enabling work environment that motivates staff and improves service delivery. County governments and policymakers should prioritize the integration of these elements into health workforce management frameworks to strengthen staff commitment, reduce performance gaps, and improve health outcomes within Kenya’s devolved health system.</p> 2025-08-26T00:00:00+00:00 Copyright (c) 2025 Academic Journal of Social Sciences and Education