Assessment of the Causes of Staff Turnover in the Ethiopian Press Agency and Ethiopian Broadcasting Corporation
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2024-06-04
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This study, titled "Assessment of the Causes of Staff Turnover in the Ethiopian Press Agency and Ethiopian Broadcasting Corporation," investigates the phenomenon of employee turnover within two prominent Ethiopian media organizations: the Ethiopian Press Agency (EPA) and the Ethiopian roadcasting Corporation (EBC). The research aims to understand the factors
contributing to staff turnover, its impact on organizational performance, and potential strategies for mitigating turnover rates. The primary objectives are to identify and assess the causes of staff turnover on organizations performance and suggest strategies for reducing turnover and improving employee retention. Using a mixed-methods approach, the study integrates quantitative
data from surveys of 190 EPA employees and 296 EBC employees, alongside qualitative insights from in-depth interviews w ith key informants. The quantitative data were analyzed using SPSS to identify patterns, while the qualitative data were subjected to thematic analysis to extract key
themes and insights. The core findings indicate that both organizations face significant challenges related to staff turnover, which adversely affects their operational efficiency and productivity. Key factors identified include job dissatisfaction, inadequate compensation, limited career development opportunities, and an unfavorable organizational culture. The study reveals that EBC experiences higher dissatisfaction levels regarding turnover management compared to EPA. Furthermore, high turnover rates are recognized across both organizations, with substantial negative impacts on projects and overall service quality.