Abstract: Project delays and budget overruns frequently occur due to the failure to identify and manage potential risks. Inadequate information and poor project management often result in cost escalations, delays in completion, and sometimes even project terminations before their completion. Therefore, this study sought to investigate the effect of project initiation on the performance of slum upgrading projects in Nairobi City County, Kenya. A descriptive research design was adopted for the study. The target population comprised 11 slum upgrading projects within Nairobi City County, with 100 respondents, including 10 project managers and 90 project team members. A census of all 100 respondents was conducted. Questionnaires were used as the primary data collection tool and were pre-tested on 10 respondents to ensure clarity. Content validity was ensured to confirm the appropriateness of the questions, while reliability was tested using Cronbach's alpha. Quantitative data was analyzed through descriptive statistics such as mean and standard deviation, while inferential statistics employed correlation and multiple regression analysis. The results were presented in tables. The findings indicate that effective project initiation is crucial for establishing clear objectives and engaging stakeholders, thereby laying a solid foundation for project success. To enhance project initiation practices, it is recommended that organizations invest in training and capacity building for project managers and stakeholders.
Keywords: Project Life Cycle Management, Project Initiation, Project Performance.
Title: EFFECT OF PROJECT INITIATION ON THE PERFORMANCE OF SLUM UPGRADING PROJECTS IN NAIROBI CITY COUNTY, KENYA
Author: Nkowua Ken Saiyalel, Dr. Morrisson Mutuku
International Journal of Social Science and Humanities Research
ISSN 2348-3156 (Print), ISSN 2348-3164 (online)
Vol. 12, Issue 4, October 2024 - December 2024
Page No: 227-234
Research Publish Journals
Website: www.researchpublish.com
Published Date: 09-November-2024
