Job Security and Employees Performance in Nigeria Private Sector

Abstract

This study set out to examine the effect of job security on employee performance in the private sector taking cognizance that employee performance play important role for organizational performance. It was anchored on victor vrooms expectancy theory which argues that humans are capable of making choices and are able to think rationally. Consequently, they strive to attain rewards that they value which in turn affects performance. The research design adopted for this study was the cross sectional survey. A sample size of 500 respondents was used for this study. Findings from the study show that job security virtually do not exist in Nigeria private sector however if employees are assured of their jobs their loyalty to the organization will positively improve their performance. The study recommends that Management should assure employees of job security, a condition precedent to employees' loyalty and commitment to the organization. Job security is necessary if private sector employees are to perform maximally.