Servant and Ethical Leadership as Antecedent to Employees' Job Satisfaction at the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources in Caraga Region, Philippines

Authors

  • Necodaisy L. Alimento Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) in Caraga Region, Philippines
  • Erlita C. Guerra St. Paul University, Surigao City, Philippines
  • Glenn R. Andrin St. Paul University, Surigao City, Philippines
  • Jackilyn B. Maestrado College of Teacher Education, Agusan del Sur College of Agriculture and Technology, Agusan del Sur, Philippines
  • Jaynos Cortes College of Forestry, Agriculture, and Aquatic Sciences, North Eastern Mindanao State University – Lianga Campus, Lianga, Surigao del Sur, Philippines ; Center of Research for Aquamarine Life Sustainability (CoRALS), North Eastern Mindanao State University– Lianga Campus, Lianga, Surigao del Sur, Philippines

Keywords:

Servant leadership, ethical leadership, job satisfaction level, BFAR-Caraga

Abstract

This study investigates the correlation between Servant and Ethical Leadership and Employee Job Satisfaction at the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) in Caraga Region, Philippines. Employing a descriptive survey research design, the research examines the predictive role of servant and ethical leadership in job satisfaction for BFAR-Caraga personnel. Utilizing a standardized questionnaire, the study employs an extensive statistical analysis, encompassing Frequency and Percentage, Mean, Standard Deviation, Spearman rho, Pearson r correlation, one-way ANOVA, Fishers, and Welch tests. Results show that BFAR-Caraga department heads are perceived as proficient leaders, particularly in servant and ethical leadership indicators. Job satisfaction analysis reveals minimal contributions from operating conditions, rewards, and promotion. Significantly, differences are noted in the servant leadership indicator "Empowerment and Standing Back" and the ethical leadership indicator "Moral Person Component" among age groups. Conversely, no significant differences are observed in job satisfaction across age groups, civil status, and gender. The study underscores a significant relationship between job satisfaction levels and servant and ethical leadership demonstrated by BFAR-Caraga department heads. Specifically, servant leadership indicators "Empowerment" and "Stewardship" exhibit a moderate-strong correlation with job satisfaction indicators "Supervision" and "Co-workers." Similarly, two ethical leadership indicators show a moderate-strong correlation with job satisfaction indicators "Supervision," "Co-workers," and "Communication." This research establishes servant and ethical leadership as precursors to employee job satisfaction at the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources.

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2023-12-30

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Vol. 21 No. 2 (2023): Journal of Public Administration, Public Affairs, and Management Volume 21 Number 2

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