| Abstract: | The work environment is an arranged area which is provided by the organization in order to achieve its goal. An arranged area can be described as the layout of a work space which suits the nature of the job or task that is to be performed. The main objective of this study was to assess the effect of working environment on workers performance at case of Dashen Bank, Addis Ababa. It also tried to examine the effect of physical work place environment aspects, reward aspects of the job, and training and development opportunities in the work place, work life balance on the performance of these employees. Regarding research methodology, descriptive and explanatory research designs were used. A survey method was used to gather data from the employees, after questionnaire data were collected, percentage, frequency, mean and standard deviation were used as a tool for descriptive methodology as well as regression and correlation analysis was used from inferential statistics. Convenience sampling was used to select the specific individuals. The correlational results of this study showed that physical work place environment (r .223), reward aspects of the work (r .295) and work- life balance have been were positively and significantly related with performance of employees of Dashen Bank. The study also found working conditions are important factor of overall perceived performance of for employees of Dashen Bank. Moreover, it can be observed from the results of this study that working conditions correlation with performance of employees. This paper suggests the bank managers to work towards improving working environment and building good relationships with their employees. This friendly and positive interaction of employees will craft innovative and creative staff. |
