This study examines the mediating role of stakeholder engagement in the relationship between ethical climate and project sustainability of health projects, as well as the direct links between ethical climate, stakeholder engagement and project sustainability.
The design of the study was cross-sectional quantitative survey research. The sample consists of 113 health projects in Kampala, Uganda. Using a drop off and pick up method, questionnaires were delivered to respondents and picked up after completion. Researchers used statistical package for social scientists (SPSS) to analyze data where, a hierarchical regression analysis tested the influence of the independent variables and a Sobel test examined the mediation effect of the mediator variable.
Stakeholder engagements fully mediates the relationship between ethical climate and project sustainability, with significant positive relationships between ethical climate, stakeholder engagements and project sustainability
The current study had some limitations. For instance, the study employed a cross sectional survey yet it involved variables such as stake holder engagement and ethical climate that need to be observed over a time. The study was also quantitative.
Engaging stakeholders is vital for project sustainability. Managers should foster ownership, counter egoistic climates with teamwork and shared goals and ensure stakeholders see their involvement as essential.
Strengthening stakeholder engagement and fostering a positive ethical climate enhance health project sustainability, improve community well-being and build trust, delivering broader societal benefits through collaborative and ethical healthcare initiatives.
This study highlights how ethical climate and stakeholder engagements shape sustainability, emphasizing the need to address stakeholder interests and impacts on health projects.
The peer review history for this article is available at: https://publons.com/publon/10.1108/IJSE-07-2024-0551
