STRATEGIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES AND ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE IN MINISTRY OF WORKS, ANAMBRA STATE

Abstract

This study examined strategic human resource management practices and organizational performance in Ministry of Works, Anambra State. The study was guided by two research questions and two hypotheses. This study adopted correlational research design. The population was made up of 182 working staff of Ministry of Works, Anambra State. Due to the small and manageable population size of the study, the entire population was used as the sample size of the study. A questionnaire was used as the instrument for data collection. The data obtained through a structured questionnaire were analysed, using both descriptive and inferential statistics. Pearson Product Moment Correlation was used to test the hypotheses. The study found that there is significant relationship between workforce planning and organizational performance. There is a significant relationship between talent acquisition and organizational performance in Ministry of Works, Anambra State. The study therefore concluded that workforce planning is strongly related to organizational performance and talent acquisition also plays a vital role in organizational performance. It is strongly recommended that organizations should conduct regular assessments to ensure workforce skills are aligned with organizational goals and Organizations should craft clear and compelling job descriptions to attract top talents.