Mediating Role of Employee Engagement inthe Relationship between PO-Fit, PJ-Fit, and Employee Performance: A Conceptual Perspective for Future Research Agenda

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to explore the relationships between person-organisation (PO) fit, person-job (PJ) fit, employee engagement, organizational citizenship behaviour (OCB) and employee performance. PO fit refers to opinions among employees abouthow well their unique traits are blended into the organizational culture, while PJ fit relates to the alignment between the employees interests and expertise and their job requirements.In different studies, the results of PO fit and PJ fit have a positive effect on organizational commitment, job satisfaction, and OCB. In addition, the role of employee engagement is also important to these the relationships. Employees involved in the organisation will have a special desire to lead to organizational progress, expressing high energy, motivation, intensity and anticipation in line with organizational objectives. Despite being an interesting topic in the science of management, there are still a few who examine these relationships. In-depth, the results of this study can provide the meaningful inputs to the work environment.