The influences of psychosocial work environment on the turnovers of civil service cadre officers in rural Bangladesh: an empirical study

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this study is to determine the effects of the psychosocial work environment on the turnover of civil service cadre officers in rural areas in Bangladesh.

Design/methodology/approach

Physical intimidation, mental health and well-being, organisational impediments, decision latitude, psychological job demands and social interaction were developed as variables to examine in relation to job satisfaction and turnover. This study gathers 406 responses from Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS) cadre officers in rural areas to test the hypotheses.

Findings

The findings indicate that physical intimidation increases employee turnover, whereas psychosocial job demand decreases it. Physical intimidation reduces job satisfaction, whereas decision flexibility and social interaction enhance job satisfaction, hence reducing the turnover of civil service cadre officers in rural Bangladesh.

Originality/value

This research contributes to the creation of context-specific and targeted public sector support, particularly the interventions and policies addressing the work environment in rural areas.

Citation

Huynh, T. and Sheikh, M.M.R. (2024), "The influences of psychosocial work environment on the turnovers of civil service cadre officers in rural Bangladesh: an empirical study", International Journal of Public Sector Management, Vol. 37 No. 1, pp. 37-58. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJPSM-03-2023-0067