Job Stress, Work-Life Balance and Job Performance among University Lecturers in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria

Abstract

The important role university lecturers play in ensuring the academic and professional development of students cannot be overemphasized. Yet, the demanding nature of their job can lead to work-related stress, which can negatively impact their performance and overall well-being. Moreover, the balance between work and personal life has become a significant concern in today's fast-paced academic environment. This study investigates the relationship between job stress and job performance, as well as work-life balance and job performance, among university lecturers in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. This study explores three specific job stressors- workload, role ambiguity and role conflict. Data generated in the study was descriptively analysed using mean, and percentages. Multiple regression was used to analyze the hypotheses at a 0.05 significance level using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) 24.0. The study found that role ambiguity is a significant predictor of job performance. However, there was no significant relationship between workload and job performance and between role conflict and job performance. Additionally, the results showed that work-life balance had a considerable influence on the job performance of lecturers. It is recommended that universities should provide clear expectations, responsibilities, and goals for lecturers to ensure they understand their roles and responsibilities, leading to improved performance. Additionally, universities should promote flexible work arrangements, provide resources for stress management, and encourage self-care to enhance lecturers' overall well-being and job performance.