Abstract:
This study investigates the critical factors influencing project management performance in the
Arusha District Council's public sector projects The study will establish the factors affecting
projects performance in Arusha district council. The study will be guided by the following specific
objectives: To establish the effect of stakeholder participation on projects performance; to
assess the effect of staff competency on projects performance; to examine the effect of
automation of processes on projects performance and to find out the effect of project planning
on projects performance. The study will adopt a descriptive research design. The target
population of the study will comprise of 100 employees. The sample size of the study was
determined using Yamane (1967) formulae which shall be equal to 45 respondents. Stratified
random sampling technique was used to select respondents. Utilizing a PROBIT model, the
research explores the impact of staff competency, automation of processes, project planning,
and stakeholder participation on project outcomes. The findings reveal a positive correlation
between staff competence and project success, emphasizing the pivotal role of well-trained staff
in project implementation. Automation and effective project planning are identified as key drivers
of successful project outcomes, highlighting the significance of technology adoption and
strategic planning. While a positive trend is observed between project performance and
stakeholder involvement, the relationship is marginally significant, suggesting the need for a
multifaceted approach to enhance stakeholder engagement. The study underscores the
interconnected nature of project management, emphasizing the importance of addressing
various factors such as communication, resource allocation, and leadership. The research offers
actionable recommendations, including continuous staff training, technology integration,
improved planning strategies, proactive stakeholder management, and strong leadership, to
enhance project management practices within the Arusha District Council.
