The Impact of Precarious Employment on Work Disengagement and Voice Behavior of Contract-Based Employees: The Role of Underlying Mechanism

Abstract

Based on the Conservation of Resources (COR) theory, this study aims to examine how precarious employment influences voice behavior, focusing on the mediating role of work disengagement and the moderating role of perceived organizational support. Data were collected from public sector employees using Partial Least Squares (PLS) analysis. The results showed a negative relationship between precarious employment, specifically contract-based work, and voice behavior, supporting all hypotheses. Additionally, employees perceiving high organizational support exhibited a positive association between precarious employment and work disengagement, as well as a willingness to provide constructive feedback. Understanding these dynamics enables organizations to develop strategies that support precarious workers and promote a culture of open communication. By applying COR theory, this research offers new insights into the connection between precarious employment and employee voice behavior. It also expands existing literature by identifying perceived organizational support as a significant moderator in this relationship.