Title:
EFFECT OF ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE ON CHANGE MANAGEMENT IN COUNTY GOVERNMENTS IN KENYA A CASE STUDY OF COUNTY GOVERNMENT OF NAKURU

Authors:
Alicen Too, Pof. Ronald Chepkilot and Mr. Philip Ragama

Abstract:
The study therefore sought to investigate the effect of organizational culture on change management in county government of Nakuru Kenya. More specifically the study investigated the influence of organizational norms on change management in county governments of Nakuru. Theory used in this study was Kotter’s Eight Steps Model. The study employed descriptive survey research design. The target population of the study was 5030 employees working in the 10 ministries in the county government of Nakuru. Random sampling technique was adopted where 197 employees were selected to be the respondents of the study. Questionnaires constructed on a five point likert scale were used for data collection. The questionnaires were tested for validity and reliability. Data was analyzed using descriptive statistics and inferential statistics. Findings indicated that organizational norms have positive and significant relationships with change management in the county government of Nakuru. Organizational norms were shown to have a significant influence on change management. The study concluded that the organizational norms play a significant role in determining change management in the county of Nakuru. The study recommended that the county government should enhance the organizational culture to be adaptable to change management and enhance the quality performance of the employees.