Saudi Cultural Missions Theses & Dissertations
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Item Restricted Managing Generation Z Employees’ Well-Being in a Hybrid Working Environment in the Hospitality Industry(Saudi Digital Library, 2025) Alajmi, Rakan; Jennifer, JohnstonThis study investigates the strategies used by hospitality organisations to manage the well-being of Generation Z employees in a hybrid working environment. With the increasing presence of digital natives in the workforce and the growing adoption of hybrid work models, traditional human resource practices are facing significant challenges in addressing employee well-being. The study adopts a secondary qualitative research approach, analysing twelve organisational reports from four major hospitality companies in the UK using qualitative content analysis. The findings indicate that psychological well-being is a primary concern for Gen Z employees and is addressed through strategies such as recognition, career and professional development, work-life balance, supportive relationships, and mental health initiatives. Physical well-being is mainly supported through technology integration and health-related programmes. The study provides valuable insights into Gen Z employees’ workplace expectations and highlights the importance of adapting human resource management practices to enhance employee well-being in hybrid work settings. Future research is recommended to incorporate primary data to validate the findings.15 0Item Restricted An Analysis of the Impact of Remote Work on the Work-Life Balance of Female Employees in Saudi Arabia(Newcastle University, 2024-09) Alajeel, Osama Mohammed; Procter, StephenAbstract Background: The worldwide transition to remote work, expedited by the COVID-19 pandemic, has profoundly impacted female employees, especially in Saudi Arabia, where socio-cultural norms and institutional factors significantly shape professional experiences. Women in Saudi Arabia encounter unique obstacles in reconciling professional and familial duties within a conservative societal context, rendering the effects of remote work on their work-life balance a significant subject of investigation. Purpose: An online survey was given to a diverse cohort of Saudi female employees from various sectors for quantitative analysis. A representative sample was obtained using stratified random sampling. The Job Demands-Resources (JD-R) model, work-life balance theory, and feminist theory were used to study remote work, gender roles, and socio-cultural dynamics. Methods: A quantitative analysis was conducted using an online survey, which was administered to a diverse sample of female employees from various sectors in Saudi Arabia. A stratified random sampling approach was employed to ensure a representative sample. The study was guided by the Job Demands-Resources (JD-R) model, work-life balance theory, and feminist theory to explore the complex relationship between remote work, gender roles, and socio-cultural dynamics. Results: Remote work increases flexibility but reinforces gender roles, especially in conservative regions. Insufficient organisational support for balancing work and home life increased stress for many women. The research delineates critical policy and practice deficiencies that obstruct women's capacity to attain a sustainable work-life equilibrium in remote work settings. Conclusions: The findings underscore the necessity for culturally attuned strategies to assist female employees in remote work environments. Recommendations encompass the implementation of flexible work policies, mental health resources, and targeted organisational support, which are crucial for realising the objectives of Vision 2030 regarding gender equality and enhanced work-life balance in Saudi Arabia.45 0