The role of perceived self-efficacy in the effect of job crafting on work engagement

The primary aim of this study is to examine the mediating role of perceived self-efficacy in the relationship between job crafting and work engagement. Job crafting refers to individuals' capacity to perform their duties effectively, efficiently, and in alignment with organizational goals. Work engagement, on the other hand, represents the emotional, cognitive, and behavioral attachment that employees develop toward their jobs. Perceived self-efficacy reflects individuals' beliefs in their ability to successfully complete specific tasks and their intrinsic motivation to do so. This study investigates the relationships among these three variables within an integrated model to better understand their influence on employee motivation and performance. The findings are expected to provide both theoretical and practical contributions, particularly in the fields of human resource management, leadership, and organizational development. Insights into the mediating role of perceived self-efficacy may offer valuable guidance for developing strategies aimed at enhancing employee motivation and improving job performance. The application part of the study was conducted with 393 participants selected from healthcare professionals (such as doctors, nurses, midwives, pharmacists, paramedics, dietitians, psychologists, laboratory and radiology technicians, etc.) working in private healthcare institutions in Turkey. Data were collected through both online and face-to-face survey methods and analyzed using the SPSS 24.0 program. The questionnaire used included scales designed to measure job crafting, work engagement, and perceived self-efficacy. Validity and reliability analyses of the applied scales were conducted, and the findings are presented in detail in the fourth chapter of the thesis.