Factors Impacting Women in Senior Leadership within the Public Sector in South Africa: A Public Sector Department Case
1Ngalo Vuyiswa, V, 2Mtsweni Lindy L
1,2University of South Africa, Janadel Street, Midrand 1686 South Africa
https://doi.org/10.47191/jefms/v7-i4-41ABSTRACT:
This study sought to assess the factors impacting women in senior leadership within the public sector in South Africa, using a particular Department as a case study. The study used a qualitative approach, where data was gathered using semi-structured interviews and analysed using thematic analysis. The main finding was that women in leadership have limited access to networks and mentorship opportunities, and unequal pay and compensation. These challenges were found to have various implications for women leaders as well as for the organisation and society.
KEYWORDS:
Social life balancing, government, leadership
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