Home⇛Psychology and Education: A Multidisciplinary Journal⇛vol. 44 no. 8 (2025)

The Extent of Implementation of the Performance Management System on Employees’ Performance in the Local Government Unit

Deofel Omagap | Angelina Cacharo

Discipline: management studies

 

Abstract:

This study aimed to determine the extent of the implementation of the performance management system (PMS) and its effect on employee performance within the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Cabanglasan, Bukidnon. Using a descriptive research design, the study assessed the demographic profile of employees in terms of sex, age, educational attainment, length of service, monthly income, and civil status. Additionally, it explored how the PMS’s nature, process, and effectiveness influenced employee performance, using a researcher-developed questionnaire. Data were analyzed through descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and ANOVA. The findings showed that the majority of employees were female, in the middle-age group (41–50 years), and held at least a college degree. Most employees had less than five years of service and earned below PHP 25,000. The study revealed that the PMS had a high level of implementation across several areas, including performance management processes, effectiveness, and evaluation methods. However, no significant relationship was found between the employees' demographic profile and their perceptions of the PMS. Additionally, there were no significant differences in PMS perceptions based on demographic variables. The study concludes that a well-implemented PMS positively influences employee performance, but demographic factors such as age, sex, or educational level do not significantly affect employees’ perceptions of PMS effectiveness. It recommends further enhancing the PMS by promoting transparency, addressing employees' concerns regarding the performance evaluation process, and ensuring that all employees, regardless of their demographic profiles, have equal opportunities for development.



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