Assessment of Manpower Planning Strategies on Employee Performance in Awka South Local Government Area, Anambra State

Abstract

This study assessed the impact of manpower planning strategies on employee performance in Awka South Local Government Area, Anambra State, Nigeria. Effective manpower planning is essential for organizations to optimize employee performance, productivity, and overall efficiency. Despite its importance, local governments in Nigeria face challenges such as overstaffing, poor skill mix, and inefficient resource utilization, which hinder employee performance. This research aims to identify the manpower planning strategies used in Awka South Local Government Area and examine the effect of staff promotion on employee commitment. Using a descriptive survey research design, data were collected from 332 employees through questionnaires. The study found that while manpower planning strategies are generally perceived positively, there is a need for improvement in aligning job descriptions with organizational goals and regular reviews. Conversely, staff promotion practices were perceived negatively, with issues of merit-based promotions and transparency significantly affecting employee commitment. The study concludes that enhancing manpower planning and reforming promotion practices can significantly improve employee performance and organizational effectiveness in the local government area.