RESOURCE BASED MOBILIZATIONS PRACTICES AND PERFORMANCE OF CONSERVANCY PROJECTS IN NORTHERN KENYA REGION
Abstract
Purpose of the Study: The study examined how resource-based mobilization practices influence the performance of conservancy projects in Northern Kenya. It specifically assessed the effect of resource identification, resource acquisition, resource allocation, and resource management on the effectiveness of conservancy operations across the region.
Methodology: The study adopted a descriptive research design, conducted a census of 40 conservancy projects and collected data from 120 respondents comprising conservancy managers, chairpersons, and wardens using structured questionnaires. Data was analyzed using SPSS Version 26, applying descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and multiple regression.
Findings: The study found that resource identification, resource acquisition, resource allocation, and resource management all had a significant positive effect on conservancy project performance, with resource allocation and resource management emerging as the strongest predictors of performance.
Conclusion: The study concludes that resource-based mobilization practices are critical drivers of conservancy project performance in Northern Kenya, and strengthening these practices enhances efficiency, coordination, and sustainability.
Recommendations: The study recommends enhancing structured resource identification procedures, improving acquisition systems through transparent and timely processes, strengthening allocation mechanisms to ensure equitable and need-based distribution, and adopting robust resource management practices that support monitoring, accountability, and optimal utilization across conservancies.
Keywords: Resource-based mobilization, conservancy projects, project performance, Northern Kenya.
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