The Role Of Transformational Leadership On Employee Job Satisfaction: Mediated By Organizational Citizenship Behavior

Abstract

This research investigates the relationship between Transformational Leadership (TL), Employee Job Satisfaction (JS), and Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) within the context of educational institutions in the Philippines. The study utilized and analyzed 992 respondents and employs the Warp Partial Least Squares (PLS) 8.0 estimation method to unravel the complex relationships underlying these critical organizational dimensions. Transformational Leadership, recognized for its ability to inspire and elevate employees beyond conventional expectations, emerges as a significant predictor of employee engagement and performance. This research seeks to explore the impact of Transformational Leadership on Employee Job Satisfaction, a pivotal metric reflecting the contentment employees derive from their roles, work environment, and interactions. Organizational Citizenship Behavior, characterized by discretionary actions contributing to overall organizational efficacy, serves as a key mediator in the relationship between Transformational Leadership and Employee Job Satisfaction. This encompasses employees' proclivity to go beyond prescribed job responsibilities, highlighting the interconnectedness of leadership dynamics, employee attitudes, and behavioral tendencies. The anticipated outcomes of this study hold the potential to advance understanding within the complex relationship among these organizational dimensions in the academic setting. Moreover, the findings may have practical implications for university administrators and leaders, emphasizing the importance of cultivating Transformational Leadership attributes to foster heightened Employee Job Satisfaction, mediated through the cultivation of Organizational Citizenship Behavior. Ultimately, this research contributes valuable insights to the academic community and offers guidance for organizational leaders seeking to enhance workplace satisfaction and productivity in educational institutions.