Work-life balance initiatives and staff’s job satisfaction in higher education institutes in Sri Lanka
Malavi Pathirannehelage, Upul Udaya Kumara (2025)
2025
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This study aimed to investigate the relationship between work-life balance initiatives and job satisfaction of academic staff in Sri Lankan higher education institutions. The main objectives of the study were to identify the types of work-life balance strategies that academic employees used, and how these strategies appeared and how much impact they had on staff satisfaction.
Data was collected via a structured online questionnaire given to University of Colombo academic staff members as a part of quantitative research. Descriptive statistics and correlation analysis were used to examine 134 valid responses out of 150 that were received from the survey. The findings revealed that among the most significant factors influencing respondents’ improved perceptions of work-life balance were flexible work schedules, institutional policies that assist families and the management’s awareness of the situation of the staff.
Job satisfaction and access to work-life balance programs are positively correlated. When a meaningful balance between professional and personal responsibilities was achieved, academic staff reported moderate levels of satisfaction despite the country’s economic conditions limiting their professional advancement. Additionally, differences in stress levels were noted, with female staff members finding it more difficult to manage several responsibilities. The results highlight how important it is to strengthen institutional initiatives to promote staff well-being through official regulations and cultural changes. In the field of higher education, investing in staff centric methods not only improves job satisfaction but also increases productivity and long-term staff retention.
Data was collected via a structured online questionnaire given to University of Colombo academic staff members as a part of quantitative research. Descriptive statistics and correlation analysis were used to examine 134 valid responses out of 150 that were received from the survey. The findings revealed that among the most significant factors influencing respondents’ improved perceptions of work-life balance were flexible work schedules, institutional policies that assist families and the management’s awareness of the situation of the staff.
Job satisfaction and access to work-life balance programs are positively correlated. When a meaningful balance between professional and personal responsibilities was achieved, academic staff reported moderate levels of satisfaction despite the country’s economic conditions limiting their professional advancement. Additionally, differences in stress levels were noted, with female staff members finding it more difficult to manage several responsibilities. The results highlight how important it is to strengthen institutional initiatives to promote staff well-being through official regulations and cultural changes. In the field of higher education, investing in staff centric methods not only improves job satisfaction but also increases productivity and long-term staff retention.