Staff Training-December 2025

Permanent URI for this collection

http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12282/5111

Browse

Browsing Staff Training-December 2025 by Author "BIBEDU MANUELA"

Now showing 1 - 1 of 1
  • Thumbnail Image
    Item
    Financial Accountability and Donor Confidence In Local Non-Governmental Organizations In Rwenzori Region
    (2024) BIBEDU MANUELA
    The study examined the relationship between financial accountability and donor confidence in local Non-Governmental Organizations. Specifically, the study sought to analyse the relationship between auditing systems and donor confidence, analyse the relationship between accountings systems and donor confidence; and examine the relationship between financial reporting and donor confidence. A cross-sectional survey design was adopted which incorporated only quantitative approach. Out of 56 questionnaires that were given out, only 50 questionnaires were actually returned providing a response rate of 89%. Using SPSS V.28, biodata for the respondents was analysed in the form of frequencies as a form of descriptive statistics. Correlation analysis was carried out to answer the research objectives and further, a regression analysis was performed to establish the predictability and overall effect of independent to dependent variable. The study concludes that enhancing accounting systems, particularly accuracy, efficiency, and transparency, can remarkably boost donor trust in an organization's financial practices; enhancing financial reporting practices reinforces donor belief in NGO’s financial integrity, creating a positive feedback loop for donor support; and the high-quality, transparent, and efficient financial systems significantly increase donor trust and confidence. The study recommends that to strengthen donor and stakeholder confidence, organizations should proactively communicate enhancements in them auditing systems, underscoring their commitment to financial integrity. Providing transparent financial reports, clearly outlining fund allocation and financial health, enhances credibility and responsible contribution management. Establishing a continuous improvement cycle involving financial experts and auditors strengthen donor confidence. Cultivating a culture of ongoing improvement in financial reporting, including stakeholder feedback and technological enhancements, ensures consistent and appealing donor trust. Based on the study, areas of further study was identified like; Examine how organizational size, location, and sector affect financial practices and donor confidence; Compare financial practices and donor confidence across nonprofit, for-profit, and government sectors; Evaluate how the skills and experience of those managing donor funds influence donor confidence.