The Influence Of Inclusive Leadership On Employee Work Engagement: Examining The Mediating Path Of Job Satisfaction

Abstract

The purpose of the study is to analyze the relationship between inclusive leadership, employee work engagement, and job satisfaction in the context of public sector universities in Pakistan's educational sector. By applying social exchange theory, this study explores how inclusive leadership impacts job satisfaction and, employee work engagement. Data were collected from 392 lecturers by using questionnaires that were analyzed on SPSS and Smart PLS. Results show the positive impact of inclusive leadership on job satisfaction, and non-significant relationship with employee work engagement. This shows a complete mediation by job satisfaction. Therefore, the mediating role of job satisfaction highlights its significance by promoting interrelated relationships and organizational development. Theoretical implications give a valuable understanding of organizational behavior, on the other hand, practical implications highlight the importance of promoting inclusive leadership practices in educational institutions.