Analysis of the Role of Leadership Styles in Managing Change in Organizations. A Case Study of Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA)

The importance of leadership in the process of change management is unveiled through studying the current situation, challenges and coming up with possible solution. The study was based on Kenya Tea Development Authority (KTDA). The conceptual framework explores the effects of autocratic, democratic, transactional and transformational leadership styles in change management. A descriptive research design was used with a target population of 45 members of the management team who have worked for KTDA for a period of no less than three years. A structured questionnaire was used as a primary data collection instrument. The conclusion of the study was that autocratic leadership style was the most commonly practiced at KTDA. A possible reason why computerization process failed since the management did not lead by example in the change process. The recommendation is for the management to employ appropriate leadership styles in the adoption of change. Keywords: Change management; leadership styles; transformational leadership styl