The Role of Strategic Planning on Public Entity Performance in Dar Es Salaam

Abstract

This study examined the role of strategic planning on public entity performance in Dar es salaam, a case study of the National Social Security Fund. The general objective of the study was to examine the role of strategic planning on the performance of the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) in Dar es Salaam City. The specific objectives of the study include to assess the current strategic planning practices adopted by the NSSF in Dar es Salaam City, to determine the impact of strategic planning on the performance outcomes of the NSSF in Dar es Salaam City and to identify the challenges and barriers faced by the NSSF in implementing effective strategic planning in Dar es Salaam City. This proposed research investigated the impact of strategic planning on the performance of public entities in Dar es Salaam City, focusing specifically on the National Social Security Fund (NSSF). A case study research design with a mixed-methods research approach was used in this study. This approach combined both quantitative and qualitative methods to provide a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between strategic planning and public entity performance. A combination of purposive sampling and stratified sampling techniques were employed. For quantitative data analysis, statistical techniques were used to examine the relationships and impact of strategic planning on public entity performance within the National Social Security Fund (NSSF). For qualitative data analysis, content analysis was employed to identify patterns, themes, and insights from the interview data. The study used both questionnaires and interviews to collect data from the respondents. The proposed research focused on the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) as the target population in Dar es Salaam City to investigate the role of strategic planning on public entity performance. The sample consists of key stakeholders within the NSSF, including managers, employees, and policymakers involved in the strategic planning and performance management processes. The study found that there is a positive and significant relationship between the study’s variables. vi