The Effect of Self-Regulation on Job Performance among National Police Service Officers: Evidence from Kakamega County, Kenya

• Author(s): Khalayi N. Eddah ; Ruth Mitalo Atidah ; Fred Gichana Atandi
• Paper ID: 1709679
• Page: 654-657
• Published Date: 16-07-2025
• Published In: Iconic Research And Engineering Journals
• Publisher: IRE Journals
• e-ISSN: 2456-8880
• Volume/Issue: Volume 9 Issue 1 July-2025

Abstract

This study examined the influence of self-regulation on job performance among National Police Service (NPS) officers in Kakamega County, Kenya. Using a descriptive cross-sectional design, 331 officers were selected through stratified random sampling from a population of 2,400, achieving an 86.7% response rate (n=287). Data were collected via structured questionnaires and analyzed using SPSS. Findings revealed a weak and statistically non-significant relationship between self-regulation and job performance (F = 1.970, p > 0.05, r = 0.083). Regression analysis indicated that self-regulation alone does not significantly predict job performance. While self-regulation is valuable for emotional management, it does not independently enhance job performance in the complex policing environment. The study recommends integrating comprehensive stress management training and embedding self-regulation components in police training curricula.

Keywords

Self-regulation, Police performance, Emotional intelligence, Law enforcement

Citations

IRE Journals:
Khalayi N. Eddah , Ruth Mitalo Atidah , Fred Gichana Atandi "The Effect of Self-Regulation on Job Performance among National Police Service Officers: Evidence from Kakamega County, Kenya" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 9 Issue 1 2025 Page 654-657

IEEE:
Khalayi N. Eddah , Ruth Mitalo Atidah , Fred Gichana Atandi "The Effect of Self-Regulation on Job Performance among National Police Service Officers: Evidence from Kakamega County, Kenya" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 9(1)