Assefa, Temtim (PhD)Miga, Ayele2021-08-032023-11-182021-08-032023-11-182020-06-04http://etd.aau.edu.et/handle/12345678/27548In a project based organization where multiple projects are managed the need to leverage expertise knowledge and experience is essential to prevent from loss of project knowledge and the negative impact that might be created due to lack of systematic knowledge management. This study was conducted with the aim to understand the impact of knowledge management practice on project performance with key strategic enablers at TechnoServe, Ethiopia. Causal research approach was followed to undertake this study and empirical finding shows that joint influence of KM enablers can explain 29.1% of the variance in KM Practice, which in turn explains 35.9% of the variance in project performance. Cultivating the culture of individuals and team to create and build an environment is crucial for KM practice, while attention has to be given for implementing appropriate strategy and technological tools from organizational leaders to enhance knowledge management practice. Knowledge driven management and execution of projects through effective leverage of expertise and experience helps individuals and teams to achieve project constraints and requirements.enKnowledgeKnowledge Management PracticeKnowledge Management EnablersProject Based OrganizationProject PerformanceThe Role of Knowledge Management Practice and Enablers to Improve Project Performance in a Project Based OrganizationThesis