DETERMINANTS OF LITERACY FACILITATORS’ JOB PERFORMANCE IN SOUTH-WEST, NIGERIA

Oyelami, Elizabeth Olufikayo Ph.D. & Alokan, Bose Ajoke Ph.D

Abstract

This study investigates the determinants of literacy facilitators’ job performance in Ondo and Osun states, Nigeria. The study used the descriptive survey research design of the ex-post facto type. Stratified random sampling technique was used to select 791 basic literacy facilitators, Ondo (491) and Osun (300). Respondents mean age was 35±5.17 years with 65.0% males; 47.0% first degree graduates, 41.0% master degree graduates and 12.0% NCE/OND graduates. Their working experience spanned: 1-5 years (27.0%), 6-10 years (46.0%) and 11 years and above (27.0%). Basic Literacy Job Determinants Scale (α=0.82) and Facilitator Performance Rating Scale with 7 sub-scales were used for data collection. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics, linear correlation and multiple regression at 0.05 level of significance. Results demonstrated the joint significant prediction on basic literacy facilitators’ job. Performance of facilitators (F (4,786)= 53.84, R= .67, R² = .55, Adj. R² =.54, p<.05). About 54 % of the variation in the job performance of facilitators was accounted for by the independent variables. The relative contribution of the independent variables to the dependent variables. Remuneration (β=.50, t = 8.48, p<.05), provision of facilities (β=.37, t = 4.23, p<.05) and funding (β=.32, t = 3.11, p<.05) on job performance of facilitators. However, exposure to training was not significant. Therefore, it was recommended that there is the need to ensure adequate funding, improved facilities, provision of constant training and re-training as well as provision of material incentives for both learners and facilitators.