This study was conducted to explain the dimensions and indicators of employee motivation in the public sector within the framework of the governance of the Martyr Qasem Soleimani School. Research data were extracted and analyzed using the meta synthesis method from selected and scholarly articles related to motivation in the Martyr Soleimani School. To ensure validity, source triangulation, expert judgment, and the content validity indices (CVR and CVI) were applied, while reliability was assessed through test–retest procedures and calculation of the percentage of agreement in coding.

The findings led to the identification of 20 axial codes (concepts) and five categories: spiritual–ethical motivation, service oriented–social motivation, jihad oriented human capital, a supportive and inspiring organizational climate, and identity based–aspirational motivation. In interaction with one another, these dimensions elevate work from the level of an organizational duty to that of a divine obligation and a socio civilizational mission. The resulting model provides a framework for redefining employee motivation in light of the governance paradigm of the Martyr Soleimani School. This model can serve as a basis for human resource policymaking, leadership development, redesigning governance systems, developing motivation assessment tools in organizations, and enhancing social capital. At the macro level, by strengthening social capital, enhancing political legitimacy, and aligning employee motivation with governance missions, it can contribute to improving the effectiveness of governance in the public sector.