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    The Effect of Church Administration Practice on Project Performance: The case of EOTC, Addis Ababa Diocese
    (Addis Ababa University, 2024-09) Kuri Seifu; Fesseha Afework (PhD)
    This study examines the effect of church administration practice on project performance within the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church (EOTC) in the Addis Ababa Diocese. Using a quantitative approach, the research explores how administrative structures, leadership influence, resource management, and communication and decision-making processes impact project outcomes. Data were collected from 101 respondents through a structured questionnaire, and the findings were analyzed using Pearson correlation and regression analysis. The results indicate a significant positive correlation between all independent variables and project performance. Administrative structures, leadership influence, resource management, and communication processes were all found to significantly contribute to the success of church projects, as evidenced by high correlation coefficients (ranging from .457 to .722). Regression analysis revealed that these variables collectively explain 70.8% of the variance in project performance (R² = .708), with resource management showing the strongest individual impact. ANOVA results confirmed the overall model's significance (F(4, 96) = 58.300, p < .001), underscoring the critical role of effective church administration in achieving project goals. Despite the positive findings, the study also highlights areas for improvement, such as the need for clearer administrative structures and more efficient resource allocation. This research contributes to the broader understanding of organizational dynamics within religious institutions, providing practical recommendations for enhancing administrative practices. The findings align with previous studies in similar contexts, reinforcing the importance of robust administration for successful project execution. Future research should consider longitudinal studies and comparative analyses with other religious and nonprofit organizations to further validate these findings. Keywords: Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church, church administration, project performance, quantitative analysis