Institutional Effectiveness Vis-à-Vis Resource Dependence Influence: The Case of Line- Agencies in Sulu

Abstract

This study investigates the extent to which resource dependence influences institutional effectiveness among line agencies in the province of Sulu, within the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). Grounded in Resource Dependence Theory and models of institutional effectiveness, the research utilized a descriptive-quantitative approach. A total of 200 employees from selected line agencies were purposively sampled, and data were gathered using a structured survey instrument. Effectiveness was measured across four dimensions: environmental, social, economic, and political. Statistical analyses, including mean, standard deviation, Pearson correlation, and ANOVA, were employed to interpret the data. Results revealed that institutional effectiveness was rated high, while resource dependence was moderate. A statistically significant positive correlation was found between institutional effectiveness and resource dependence, suggesting that improved access to financial and material resources enhances organizational performance. Furthermore, significant differences in perceptions were noted when data were categorized by demographic profiles. The study underscores the importance of strategic resource allocation and policy reforms to strengthen institutional capacity and improve service delivery in decentralized governance settings. These findings contribute empirical evidence to the discourse on public administration and organizational sustainability in developing regions.