The Influence Of Personality Traits On Lecturer Competence With The Mediating Role Of Knowledge Sharing In Pakistan Public Universities

This study examined the influence of personality traits and knowledge sharing on The competence of lecturers in Pakistan public universities. Specifically, the Investigation delves into the relationship between the components of personality Traits (extraversion, neuroticism, openness, agreeableness, and conscientiousness) And lecturer competence via knowledge sharing. Employing a quantitative method Approach and a cross- sectional survey research strategy, the study garnered 375 Valid responses from 500 participants. Structured questionnaires were administered To lecturers across 16 prominent public universities from all provinces and the Capital of Pakistan. The data analysis utilized Partial Least Square Structural Equation Modeling (PLS- SEM). Out of the 16 hypotheses tested, 14 received Empirical support, affirming a positive relation between personality traits, Knowledge sharing and lecturer competence. While some direct relationships could Not find support, suggesting the need for mediating intervention, the findings Affirm that knowledge sharing mediates the relationship between the components Of personality traits and lecturer competence. Moreover, the study highlights that Knowledge sharing not only mediates but also enhances the effect of personality Traits on lecturer competence. The mediating effect on personality traits and Lecturer competence meet the standard for significance. In light of the findings, it is Recommended that the top management of higher education promote the Knowledge-sharing environment in their educational institutions. Additionally, the Universities in Pakistan should consider the interplay of personality traits and Knowledge sharing when formulating strategies to enhance lecturer competence. The study concludes by discussing theoretical, methodological and practical Implications for universities.