Job insecurity, job satisfaction and organisational commitment in turbulent economic times at a textile and clothing manufacturing company

Abstract

In Zimbabwe's textile manufacturing business, job insecurity has risen dramatically over the past decade as a result of poor economic growth, retrenchments, and company closures. The purpose of this research was to assess the relationship between job insecurity, job satisfaction, and organizational commitment at a textile and clothing manufacturing company. This study adopted a quantitative and descriptive research design. A survey method was employed for all 109 permanent and contract employees. However, 102 employees returned the questionnaire representing a 93.58% participation rate. Data was analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics by means of the SPSS. The findings revealed that job insecurity and organisational commitment have a significant relationship. The findings also revealed that job insecurity had no relationship with job satisfaction. Thus, management at the selected textile and clothing manufacturing organisation are encouraged to provide salaries and benefits that are market-related.