Abstract:
This study investigated the influence of leader’s demographic characteristics and perspectives
towards implementation of gender parity strategies (GPS) in secondary schools of Kibera informal
settlement, Kenya. The study was guided by Adams Stacy's equity theory and Herzberg's two-factor
theory. The study utilized survey design. It targeted leaders of secondary schools managed by Non-
Governmental Organizations (NGOs). Purposive sampling was utilized to select the schools, while
stratified and simple random sampling was used to select the respondents. Data were collected by use
of a questionnaire. Data analysis techniques included Chi-square, regression, and ANOVA. The study
established that the demographic characteristics; age, academic qualification and experience
influenced the leader's implementation of NGOs' gender parity strategies (p<0.05). Additionally, the
perspective of the leaders also influenced positively the leader's implementation of NGOs' gender
parity strategies (p<0.05). This study will contribute to the preparedness of the education
stakeholders in addressing gender disparities gap in secondary schools, it will intensify the extent of
involvement of NGOs and other education stakeholders in supporting the efforts towards attainment
of EFA goals and Sustainable Global gender parity educational goals. The study will enlighten
education stakeholders on measures and strategies of minimizing gender disparities gap in secondary
education in informal settlements of Kenya.
