The Role of Leadership and Employee Engagement on Non-ASN Employee Retention Through Work Motivation as a Mediating Variable at Dinas Perumahan dan Kawasan Permukiman Kota Binjai
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Leadership, Employee Engagement, Employee Retention, Work MotivationAbstract
This study examines the influence of leadership and employee engagement on the retention of Non-ASN employees, with work motivation as a mediating variable at Dinas Perumahan dan Kawasan Permukiman Kota Binjai. The findings reveal that leadership and employee engagement both significantly enhance work motivation. Work motivation, in turn, has a direct positive effect on employee retention. Leadership and employee engagement also show significant direct effects on retention, indicating that supportive leadership practices and meaningful employee involvement strengthen employees' intention to remain in the organization. Additionally, work motivation mediates the relationships between leadership and retention as well as between employee engagement and retention. Overall, the study highlights the importance of effective leadership, strong employee engagement, and sustained work motivation in improving Non-ASN employee retention and enhancing organizational performance in the public sector.
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