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The Relationship Between Socio-Demographic Variables and Job Satisfaction: The Case of the Republic of Croatia

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  • Rade Rajka

    (Faculty of Business and Administrative Sciences, Novo Mesto, Slovenia)

  • Đorđević Biljana

    (University of Niš, Faculty of Economics, Republic of Serbia)

  • Milanović Sandra

    (University of Niš, Faculty of Economics, Republic of Serbia)

Abstract

This paper examines the relationship between socio-demographic variables and job satisfaction in the Republic of Croatia. Job satisfaction is a critical factor affecting employee well-being and organizational performance. Understanding the socio-demographic variables that influence job satisfaction is crucial for formulating effective human resource strategies and activities to improve the overall job satisfaction level of employees. This study utilizes a quantitative research design, collecting data from a sample frame of employees across various industries and sectors in the Republic of Croatia. Socio-demographic variables such as age, gender and hierarchy level are analysed relating to job satisfaction by applying t-test and one-way ANOVA analysis. The analysis conducted on the sample of 284 employees showed that respondents’ job satisfaction differed in terms of age and hierarchy level. Specifically, younger workers are happier with their jobs than older and senior management compared to workers. These findings contribute to the existing literature by providing insights into the unique socio-demographic factors influencing job satisfaction in the Republic of Croatia. The results can guide organizations in developing targeted strategies to enhance employee satisfaction, such as tailored training programs, flexible work arrangements, and career development opportunities.

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  • Rade Rajka & Đorđević Biljana & Milanović Sandra, 2023. "The Relationship Between Socio-Demographic Variables and Job Satisfaction: The Case of the Republic of Croatia," Economic Themes, Sciendo, vol. 61(3), pages 307-324, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:vrs:ecothe:v:61:y:2023:i:3:p:307-324:n:3
    DOI: 10.2478/ethemes-2023-0016
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    Keywords

    employees; job satisfaction; age; gender; hierarchy level;
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    JEL classification:

    • O15 - Economic Development, Innovation, Technological Change, and Growth - - Economic Development - - - Economic Development: Human Resources; Human Development; Income Distribution; Migration
    • M54 - Business Administration and Business Economics; Marketing; Accounting; Personnel Economics - - Personnel Economics - - - Labor Management

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