The Role of Employee Motivation in Organisational Performance: The case of SULFO Rwanda Industry

Abstract

This study is about the role of employee motivation in organizational performance with reference to
SULFO Rwanda Industry. The main objective of this study was to find out whether employee motivation
leads to organizational performance. The study adopted a qualitative and quantitative method of data
collection using questionnaires, documentation and observation. Observation was used to supplement on the information got through the first two instruments. Data analysis and interpretations were based on the objectives, research questions and variables identified in the study. A motivated employee is a loyal employee and to be loyal implies that the employee supports the actions and objectives of the firm. The findings revealed that there is a relationship between motivation and organizational performance at SULFO Rwanda Industries, where the highly motivated employees are the high performers in the organization. The results of the study, which were based on the findings, came out with recommendations that some of employees of SULFO need training for sustaining good performance within the organization.