Factors affecting the performance of duties of community development volunteers in Sam Chai District Kalasin Province Factors affecting the performance of duties of community development volunteers in Sam Chai District Kalasin Province

Abstract

This research study has the objectives: 1) to study the level of duty performance of community development volunteers in the Sam Chai District, Kalasin Province; 2) to study the factors affecting the duty performance of community development volunteers in the Sam Chai District, Kalasin Province; and 3) to study the recommendations concerning the factors affecting the duty performance of community development volunteers in the Sam Chai District, Kalasin Province. The sample group consisted of 119 community development volunteers, determined using Taro Yamane’s formula. The research tools included a rating scale questionnaire. The statistics used for data analysis were percentage, mean, frequency, standard deviation, and multiple regression analysis.

The research results revealed that: 1) the overall level of duty performance of community development volunteers in the Sam Chai District, Kalasin Province, was high; 2) the factors affecting the duty performance of community development volunteers in the Sam Chai District, Kalasin Province, included motivation factors, servant leadership factors, and government support factors. The multiple correlation coefficient was .733, which collectively explained 53.70% of the variance with statistical significance at the .05 level; and 3) the recommendations Resources should be allocated adequately to support the work of community development volunteers, including reviewing compensation and increasing appropriate benefits. Additionally, it is important to promote adherence to democratic principles by asking for the public's needs and allowing them to express their opinions in community development. Organizing volunteer activities within the community to develop various aspects collaboratively with community members will enhance cooperation in the development process. Emphasis should also be placed on developing the leadership skills of community development volunteers by fostering a clear vision, enhancing effective communication skills, and encouraging community participation sustainably.