Title:
EFFECT OF MANAGER'S LEADERSHIP SKILLS ON PROJECT PERFORMANCE AT JUMBO ORE RESERVE AND MINERAL PROJECT IN TANZANIA

Authors:
Dr Chacha Alfred Matoka

Abstract:
The success of any project heavily relies on the leadership skills of its managers. This study aims to investigate the effect of managers' leadership skills on project performance at the Jumbo Ore Reserve and Mineral Project. The research explores how different aspects of leadership, such as communication, motivation, decision-making, and team management, influence project outcomes. The study examined the effect of a manager's leadership skills on the project performance of the Jumbo mining project in Lindi Tanzania. The study used a quantitative approach and a survey with explanatory design was used. Questionnaires were used to collect data from 118 respondents. Descriptive statistics and multiple linear regression analysis were used to analyse data. The study found that a manager’s communication skills have a significant positive effect on project performance. Also, Manager's motivational skills were found to be positive and significantly related to project performance and lastly, the manager's decision-making skills were as well found to be positive and significantly related to project performance. The study recommends that managers should practice good leadership skills within project management to attain the best performance. Organizations should prioritize leadership development programs and training for managers. Managers should create a clear and compelling vision for the project and communicate it to the team. Effective managers must make timely and informed decisions.