The Impact of Performance Appraisal on Job Performance among Remote Workers in Sharjah’s Public Sector: A Conceptual Framework

The global workforce has undergone a paradigm shift in the post-pandemic era, with remote work evolving from a temporary solution to a permanent feature of organizational design. This transition has exposed systemic weaknesses in traditional performance management systems, particularly in bureaucratic contexts like the public sector, where rigid hierarchies and process-oriented cultures struggle to adapt. In Sharjah, the abrupt shift to remote work has intensified challenges in evaluating employee performance equitably and effectively. This study addresses three critical gaps in remote performance appraisals: fairness, motivation, and skill development. It proposes a comprehensive framework to recalibrate performance appraisals for Sharjah's public sector, integrating digital tools and evidence-based practices. Building on goal-setting theory and self-determination theory, the framework aims to mitigate remote work challenges by aligning appraisal systems with the realities of distributed work. This research contributes to both theory and practice in public administration and organizational psychology.