Abstract
This study investigates job satisfaction and gender disparities in job performance within public and private organizations in India, emphasizing the intricate relationships among job satisfaction, motivation, and job performance. Findings from various studies were synthesized through a thorough literature review, revealing that gender differences in job satisfaction are generally minimal, yet significant disparities in job performance persist, often favouring male employees. Key factors influencing job satisfaction across both sectors include workplace relationships, burnout, and organizational commitment. The analysis highlights that private sector employees exhibit higher work engagement levels than their public sector counterparts, driven by factors such as greater autonomy, performance-based rewards, and dynamic work environments. However, job satisfaction levels remain relatively consistent across sectors, suggesting that supportive relationships and a sense of purpose significantly contribute to employee fulfilment. Emphasis is placed on the critical need to foster positive workplace relationships, manage burnout, and promote a culture of innovation to enhance both employee satisfaction and performance. It advocates for multifaceted strategies to address gender disparities, including policies promoting work-life balance, equal pay, and diversity in leadership to tackle systemic inequalities. Further research is recommended, particularly longitudinal studies, to explore the evolving dynamics of job satisfaction in diverse cultural and industrial contexts, offering deeper insights into employee well-being over time. The novelty of this study lies in its comparative sectoral analysis of public and private organizations, while simultaneously examining gender-based disparities and assessing the mediating role of job satisfaction in job performance outcomes, linking these to structural factors like organizational culture and performance systems.
Keywords: Burnout, Gender Disparities, Job Performance, Job Satisfaction, Organizational Commitment, Work Engagement.