Job Satisfaction of Career Service Providers in Qatar
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https://doi.org/10.54536/ajds.v2i2.3195Keywords:
Career Service Providers, Career Counselor, Community Appreciation, Job Satisfaction, Job Security, Work EnvironmentAbstract
Job satisfaction has a great influence on the performance of organizations. It enhances the employees’ engagement and commitment towards their organization. Therefore, this research focuses on the job satisfaction of career service providers (CSPs) in Qatar. This field played a crucial role in facilitating successful career outcomes for individuals. This study mainly focuses on salary, job facilities, job security, work environment, administrative discretion, and community appreciation to assess the level of job satisfaction in career service providers. A quantitative research approach was used to collect data from 300 career service providers in Qatar. A structured questionnaire was designed and SPSS used to analyze the data statistically. The findings suggest that Qatari employees generally express high satisfaction with human resource practices, skill development, and overall well-being. However, the research identifies areas such as professional development opportunities, workplace culture, and cultural nuances that require more in-depth exploration. The study concludes by emphasizing the need to develop contextually relevant strategies for improving job satisfaction, retention, and career progression for CSPs in Qatar. The findings of the study inform organizational development and human resource practices to enhance the overall effectiveness of career services in the unique cultural context of Qatar.
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