Effect of Motivation on Employee Performance: A Case of Tanzania Fire and Rescue Force, Kigoma Region

This study sought to determine the effect of motivation on employee performance at the Tanzania Fire Rescue Force. The study was specifically designed to identify the effects of salary, fringe benefits, recognition, training & development on the employees' performance using a case of the Tanzania fire rescue force in Kigoma Region. The study employed a quantitative approach and cross-sectional research design. 50 structured questionnaires were distributed to 50 employees and the collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, principal component factors, correlation and simple linear regression analysis. The findings indicated the moderate effect of salary, Recognition & Appreciation on employee performance. The findings also revealed that personal commitments and job satisfaction are two fringe benefit factors influencing employee performance. Moreover, it was reported that Training & Development have contributed to 63% of the variation in employees' performance among workers. Additionally, the overall finding indicated that salary, fringe benefits, training, development, Recognition & Appreciation are seen as job-motivating factors that significantly impact employee performance. The study recommended that by nurturing a motivational work environment and supporting skill development and feedback mechanisms, the organization can further enhance employee performance and contribute to its overall success.