Title: The Influence of Project Communication Planning Skills in Implementation of Water Projects in Kenya
Authors: Emmanuel Kipkorir Cherop. Dr. Fridah Simba, Dr. Muchelule Yusuf Wanjala
Volume: 9
Issue: 7
Pages: 138-149
Publication Date: 2025/07/28
Abstract:
This study is to determine the influence of communication planning Skills on implementation of water projects in Kenya. Communication accommodation theory was referred to and literature review was done. Descriptive survey research design adopted. The target population was from the eight water projects being implemented across the country and the accessible population was 1,675 staff members in the eight service boards in the country. Proportionate stratified random sampling technique was applied. Questionnaires based on a five-point Likert type scale were distributed through drop and pick-up method for collection of primary data. Reliability of the instrument was measured using Cronbach alpha coefficient and the variable returned satisfactory scores above 0.7. Validity of the study constructs was done through factor analysis and results were significant. One hundred and seventy-four (174) questionnaires were distributed out of which one hundred and forty-four (144) were returned. The descriptive results showed a positive bearing on implementation of water projects, and the same applied to the moderating variable. A regression model was fitted to the data and it was found to be statistically significant. Communication planning explained 36.4% variation in implementation of water projects. There was Strong positive correlation between communication planning and implementation of water projects in Kenya. Concluded that communication planning, had a positive and significant influence on implementation of water projects in Kenya. Recommended that there should be regular communication between top management and project team members on project matters, for purposes of ensuring that all relevant information was disseminated in a timeous way.