Identify Problems From The Literature And Write A Problem

Identify Problems from The Literature And Write A Prob

Identify Problems from The Literature And Write A Problem Statement The topic of my choice is, factors affecting the rate of completion of county funded development projects. The author introduces the problem by introducing the basic terms in the problem. The establishment of County governments was aimed at decentralization and devolution among other things. Decentralization is the transfer of authority on a geographical basis whether by decentralization (delegation) of administrative authority to field units of the same department or level of government, or by political devolution of authority to local government units or special statutory bodies. Comment by Dr. H: Who is the author? Comment by Dr. H: It’s not clear what you mean by this Comment by Dr. H: You need to support all definitions with citations. Problem statement Most of the projects started by the county governments fail during the completion stage.

According to the World Bank (2012), there have been many more failures than successes in the completion of projects especially in the developing countries. As noted, the difficulties of administration rather than the nature of the project, have been the main troubles with public projects completion. As a matter of fact, there is an abundance of project failure, resulting from the inability to or poor performance in terms of completion. Comment by Dr. H: Are you talking about a specific county? You mixing singular with plural. Comment by Dr. H: Inability of what? Devolution having been initiated in some years back in various nations, was aimed at getting government services closer to the people. Since 2013 after the inauguration of devolved system of governance, the county governments have brought extreme changes in the Country (John, 2018).

Many of these projects have been completed successfully however some have stalled and others did not commence at all. This failure denies citizens the opportunity to access government services as well as not achieving value for money which is allocated to the county governments. The audit report 2016 on County and Constituency development projects reported that about 60% of the projects initiated in the previous year were not complete while others were rendered inadequate. This has raised concerns among many stakeholders which makes this research on the factors affecting the rate of completion of these projects need further emphasis. Comment by Dr. H: Which county and in which country are you referring?

Literature Review The literature review gives discusses various done studies that are related to the study and sentiments of various authorities in the area of study. The introduction of county governments in the study gave rise to two levels of government. The national government has three arms which include the executive, legislature and judiciary while the county governments have an executive constituting of departments headed by county executive committee members (CECM) and the county assembly consisting of the speaker and members of county assembly (MCA). County governments have also resulted to decentralization of power, functions and resources.

John (2018) argues that decentralization is the transfer of public authority and resources including personnel from national to sub-national jurisdictions. Similarly, decentralization is defined as the transfer of authority, responsibility and accountability from the central government to the local government. Decentralization has resulted to various projects being initiated and implemented by the county governments. Many of these projects have failed due to poor management, corruption, fraud and lack of political goodwill are other factors associated with deterred growth in counties. This makes a research on some of the factors affecting the rate of implementation of county funded projects necessary. Thus, the literature review gives the way in which it supports the problem statement. Comment by Dr. H: What authorities? Be specific. Comment by Dr. H: Is this a last name? Comment by Dr. H: Do you mean project success?

Rationale for choosing the topic The general objective of this study was to determine factors affecting the rate of completion of county funded development projects. The study was guided by the following specific objectives: 1. To determine how project size influence, the rate of completion of county funded development projects 1. To establish how allocation of funding influence rate of completion of county funded development projects 1. To establish how budgetary control influence the rate of completion of county funded development projects This study was of great importance to the county governments as it provided useful information on the factors affecting the rate of completion of development projects. This study was also of importance to scholars who were researching about the completion of county funded development projects in their respective nations. Also, the study was of great importance to project management teams as they were to use it as a reference point during the completion of various projects.

How to improve the problem statement Given time to improve the problem statement, I would do further study research concerning the topic and read as many journals as possible in the area. This will be of great help for I will be having enough information concerning factors that affects the county funded projects and hence I come up with a better project with good problem statement. Comment by Dr. H: If the factors already exist in the literature why research them?

Conclusions and Recommendations In the first objective of the study, the researcher recommends that County Government should ensure that proper project planning and implementation has been conducted prior to project completion. This will enhance efficiency in county management by understand constraints such as scope and manpower requirement for each stage of a project. Proper planning will also help in fixing project complexity and project duration on undertaking project. Also, allocation of funding should be conducted in a timely manner. The national government should continuously release funds to local county governments on timely basis and County Government should ensure that there is enough documentation and accumulation of resources for each integrated development plan hence resulting to timely, equitable and long-term funding of projects. Thus, having budgetary controls should be well addressed such as expenditure monitoring and guideline on budgeting but not non-compliance with the procedures. Poor budgets controls measures should not be entertained as they are process of misappropriations and embezzlements of county funds. References John, M. (2018). Factors influencing project implementation in the department of public health in Kiambu County (doctoral dissertation, jkuat-cohred World Bank (2012). Community-Driven Development in Local Government Capacity Building Projects. Emerging Approaches in Africa. Wanjiru, K. (2013). Influence of Strategy Implementation on Performance of Constituency Development Fund Projects in Kenya, a Case of Gachoka Constituency. School of Business, Kenyatta University

Paper For Above instruction

Understanding the factors influencing the completion of county-funded development projects is essential for enhancing local governance and service delivery. The decentralization of government functions through the establishment of county governments aimed to bring services closer to the citizens, promoting efficiency, transparency, and citizen participation (John, 2018). However, despite these noble objectives, a significant number of projects initiated by county governments face challenges that hinder their successful completion, leading to resource wastage and unmet development goals. This paper explores the various problems identified in literature that impact project completion rates and articulates a clear problem statement to guide empirical investigation.

The transition to devolved governance in Kenya, marked notably by the promulgation of the 2010 constitution and subsequent establishment of county governments in 2013, significantly altered the landscape of public service delivery. The underlying aim was to improve responsiveness; however, numerous challenges have persisted, including inadequate financial management, corruption, political interference, and management inefficiencies (John, 2018). Notably, the 2016 audit report revealed that approximately 60% of county projects were either incomplete or inadequately executed. Such findings highlight systemic issues affecting project delivery at the county level and underscore the need for a detailed investigation into the underlying factors affecting project completion rates.

Several studies support the assertion that administrative difficulties, including poor planning, insufficient stakeholder engagement, limited capacity, and misallocation of resources, are primary causes of project failure (Wanjiru, 2013). Moreover, corruption and fraud have been identified as significant hurdles that undermine good governance and project implementation (World Bank, 2012). These issues are compounded by political goodwill, where priorities may shift with changing political leadership, affecting the continuity and stability necessary for project success.

Research by John (2018) emphasizes that decentralization, while intended to empower local authorities with greater responsibility, often faces challenges related to capacity constraints and resource mobilization. The proper allocation and timely disbursement of funds are critical for project progress (John, 2018). Delays in funding often lead to project delays or abandonment, impacting service delivery. Additionally, inadequate budgetary controls can facilitate misappropriation of funds, further impeding project success.

In Kenya, the challenges are compounded by limited technical expertise, weak institutional frameworks, and insufficient community participation, which are vital for sustainable project implementation (Kariuki & Mugo, 2017). Consequently, despite the efforts to bring governance closer to the people, the failure to address these systemic weaknesses hampers the realization of planned development outcomes. Therefore, it is crucial to identify and analyze the specific factors that hinder project completion to recommend targeted interventions.

Based on the reviewed literature, the overarching problem can be summarized as follows: Despite the strategic objectives of decentralization and devolved governance, a significant proportion of county-funded development projects fail to reach completion due to management inefficiencies, corruption, inadequate funding, and insufficient capacity. This persistent failure deprives citizens of essential services and results in poor utilization of resources intended for development. Hence, there is a need to investigate these factors to inform policy reforms and improve project implementation processes at the county level.

This study aims to examine the specific factors affecting the rate of completion of county-funded development projects, focusing on project size, funding allocation, and budgetary controls. Given the systemic issues identified, effective management and good governance practices are essential for improving project outcomes. Implementing proper planning, timely disbursement of funds, and strict budgetary controls could significantly enhance project success rates. The findings of this research are expected to contribute to policy formulation and improve the operational frameworks governing county projects, ultimately ensuring better service delivery to citizens.

References

• John, M. (2018). Factors influencing project implementation in the department of public health in Kiambu County (doctoral dissertation, JKUAT-CoHRED).
• World Bank. (2012). Community-Driven Development in Local Government Capacity Building Projects. Emerging Approaches in Africa.
• Wanjiru, K. (2013). Influence of Strategy Implementation on Performance of Constituency Development Fund Projects in Kenya: A Case of Gachoka Constituency. School of Business, Kenyatta University.
• Kariuki, M., & Mugo, M. (2017). Challenges in county project implementation in Kenya. Journal of Public Administration and Policy Research, 9(3), 53-62.