The moderating role of gender on the effects of flexible work arrangements on employee performance of academic staff at ZOU

Being knowledgeable of the effects of flexible work arrangements on employee performance at the Zimbabwe Open University can be significant to the overall competitiveness of universities. The study explores the moderating role of gender on the effects of flexible work arrangements on employee performance at Zimbabwe Open University. The investigation is guided by the social exchange theory, which elaborates on the need for organizations to meet employee needs to generate more employee performance. The investigation was conducted between 2 January 2025 and 20 April 2025. Quantitative research was used, and 160 questionnaires were distributed to academics at the Zimbabwe Open University. Multiple regression, Chi-Square test, and Andrew F Hayes were utilized for data analysis. The study elaborates that gender moderates the effects of flexible work arrangements on employee performance. This study broadens the body of knowledge by illustrating that gender influences the impact of flexible work arrangements on employee performance.