Flexible Work Arrangements and Performance of Constitutional Commissions in Kenya: Moderating Effect of Demographic Characteristics

Aim: The study aimed to determine the relationship between flexible work arrangements and Constitutional Commissions’ performance in Kenya. Methods: The study adopted a descriptive survey design. The target population was 5,679 employees working in the 13 Constitutional Commissions in Kenya. A purposive sampling technique was used to obtain the respondents. A sample size of 195 managers was selected from the Constitutional Commissions in Kenya. Primary data was collected through a questionnaire and structured personal interviews. A drop-and-pick method was used to administer copies of the questionnaire. Secondary data was obtained through document analysis. Descriptive statistical tools including frequencies, percentages, mean and standard deviation were used. Qualitative data was analyzed using themes based on the study's objectives. Inferential statistical tools such as chi-square, correlation analysis and regression analysis were used. ANOVA test was done to determine the statistical significance of each variable. The findings were presented in tables. Results: The findings indicated that there was a moderate and positive relationship between flexible work arrangements and performance. This shows that flexibility in working arrangements will result in improved performance of Constitutional Commissions. It was revealed that Constitutional Commissions do not provide teleworking and other flexible working options. Conclusion: The study concluded that demographic characteristics moderated the relationship between flexible work arrangements and the performance of Constitutional Commissions. Recommendation: The study recommends that commissions should adopt work arrangements including flexible working options, part-time working, teleworking, compressed work weeks, job sharing, and flexible start and finish times. Constitutional Commissions should also invest in technology that will ensure real-time conversation with the office, this will facilitate initiatives such as teleworking.