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Impact of Compensation and Benefits on Non-Teaching Staff Retention in Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria
Adedoyin Isaac Salami (Ph.D), Enyioko Chilaka Onyekachi (Ph.D), IJASAN Titlayo Faith
18 September 2025 · Vol. 1, Issue 3, pp. 45-56
DOI: 10.65150/EP-jmrr/V1E3/2025-A009 (registration with Crossref in progress)
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This study critically examines the impact of compensation and benefits on the retention of non-teaching staff at Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria, within the broader framework of human resource management in public tertiary institutions. Using a descriptive survey design, data were collected from 180 stratified randomly selected respondents out of a total population of 328 non-teaching staff.
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- 18 September 2025
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- Vol. 1, Issue 3, pp. 45-56
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- 3051-3588 (online) · 3051-357X (print)
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- CC BY 4.0 — free to read and reuse with attribution
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- Double-blind, at least two independent reviewers
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- EP Journals Group
Abstract
This study critically examines the impact of compensation and benefits on the retention of non-teaching staff at Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria, within the broader framework of human resource management in public tertiary institutions. Using a descriptive survey design, data were collected from 180 stratified randomly selected respondents out of a total population of 328 non-teaching staff. Quantitative analysis, including descriptive statistics and multiple regression, was employed to evaluate the adequacy, fairness, and influence of compensation on retention decisions. Findings revealed that compensation packages were perceived as moderately adequate (grand mean = 3.19, SD = 1.29), with 57.5% of respondents agreeing that salaries and bonuses met job role expectations. However, competitive parity with similar institutions was lower, with only 48.5% in agreement. Perceptions of fairness were relatively high (grand mean = 3.57, SD = 1.30), with 69.7% affirming pay fairness and 69.7% reporting motivational benefits from compensation. Regression analysis indicated that compensation and benefits accounted for 64.5% of the variance in retention decisions (R² = 0.645, Adj. R² = 0.630, p < 0.0001). Significant predictors included Compensation Attractiveness (β = 0.356, p < 0.001), Benefits Motivation (β = 0.276, p = 0.002), and Perceived Reduction in Turnover (β = 0.210, p = 0.016). Fairness in Compensation (β = 0.195, p = 0.035) also significantly influenced retention, while the perceived overall importance of compensation showed a marginal effect (β = 0.168, p = 0.068). The study concludes that competitive, fair, and transparent compensation structures are pivotal in retaining non-teaching staff. It recommends comprehensive package reviews, enhanced non-monetary benefits, and participatory policy development to foster institutional stability and reduce attrition.
Keywords: Compensation, Employee Retention, Non-Teaching Staff, Benefits Packages, Human Resource Management
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Adedoyin Isaac Salami (Ph.D), Enyioko Chilaka Onyekachi (Ph.D), & IJASAN Titlayo Faith (2025). Impact of Compensation and Benefits on Non-Teaching Staff Retention in Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria. Journal of Management Research and Review, 1(3), 45-56. https://www.ep-journals.org/articles/impact-of-compensation-and-benefits-on-non-teaching-staff-retention-893cbb78
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Who wrote this article?
Adedoyin Isaac Salami (Ph.D), Enyioko Chilaka Onyekachi (Ph.D), IJASAN Titlayo Faith.
Where and when was it published?
In Journal of Management Research and Review, Volume 1, Issue 3, pages 45-56, published by EP Journals Group on 18 September 2025.
Is this article free to read?
Yes. It is open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0) licence, so anyone can read, share and reuse it with attribution.
What is the DOI of this article?
10.65150/EP-jmrr/V1E3/2025-A009. Registration with Crossref is in progress.
How do I cite this article?
APA: Adedoyin Isaac Salami (Ph.D), Enyioko Chilaka Onyekachi (Ph.D), & IJASAN Titlayo Faith (2025). Impact of Compensation and Benefits on Non-Teaching Staff Retention in Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria. Journal of Management Research and Review, 1(3), 45-56. https://www.ep-journals.org/articles/impact-of-compensation-and-benefits-on-non-teaching-staff-retention-893cbb78
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