The Mediating Role of Youth Leadership Participation in Project Success

Abstract

This study emphasizes the significance of investigating the impact of project managers' personalities on project success, taking a different approach from previous research. While prior studies have primarily focused on personality traits assessed through the Big Five and Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, this research recognizes the growing reliability and importance of the trait approach to personality measurement. Surprisingly, project management literature has not adequately explored the dispositional inclinations of project managers, despite the crucial role of personality-job fit and the high failure rates observed in projects. To contribute to the existing knowledge base, this study concentrates specifically on the non-governmental organizations (NGOs) area, which plays a pivotal role in national development. As many organizations, including NGOs, heavily rely on project-based frameworks for their operations, the scarcity of resources often poses challenges in training and developing project-based staff. Consequently, it becomes crucial for NGOs to recruit individuals whose personalities align with the demands of their work. This research aims to predict project success, particularly through the lens of transformational leadership, by utilizing the Big Five personality traits. By examining the personalities of key leaders within the NGO area, this study intends to bridge the knowledge gap regarding the intricate relationship between personality, leadership styles, and project success. The ultimate goal of this research is to provide valuable insights that can benefit NGOs and other organizations operating within project-based structures. These insights can be utilized to enhance project outcomes and improve overall effectiveness in project management practices.