The study was done in Morogoro Municipal Council (MMC). The main objective
was to assess the process of Open Performance Review and Appraisal System
(OPRAS) implementation in local government authorities, in the light of
administrative culture. The study employed a cross-sectional design, in particular a
case study. The sample size was 389 respondents administered with questionnaires,
from 3,505 populations. The sample also involved heads of department, units, the
Municipal Director (MD) and leaders of TALGWU in interview. There were medical
and teaching staff selected to participate in Focus Group Discussions (FGD). The
results of study found that OPRAS is the only appraisal system which was used to
appraise the staff in MMC. It was found that respondents‟ levels of education had
influence on commitment to OPRAS implementation, followed by lack of resources
which had a negative effect. The study also found that OPRAS implementation
would do better if working facilities were available, and the teachers pointed out that
increased log books, teachers‟ houses, school library services and stationeries would
facilitate the process of OPRAS implementation. Other resources pointed out as
necessary were enough human resources, copies of OPRAS forms, funds for
transport allowance and workers‟ training; feedback on staff performance and good
working environment. The influence of administrative culture was also said to have
impact on OPRAS implementation. However, it was concluded that OPRAS still has
positive results for improved performance. The study recommended for training,
consistency in using OPRA forms, giving feedback and availability of facilities for
implementation of activities entered into agreement between supervisors and
subordinates.