This study was conducted with the general objective of assessing the current recruitment policy and employee motivation practice on job satisfaction of Addis Ababa city Administration Vital Events Registration Agency Human Resource Directorate.
To meet the above mentioned objective, the study was designed to state (Identify) the purpose and importance of recruitment and selection policy and employee motivation practice and factors that hinders not to properly accomplish the recruitment policy and employee motivation, and what are the sources of recruitment used in Addis Ababa city Administration Vital Events Registration Agency Human Resource Directorate.
The study is based on both primary and secondary data. The secondary data, which were collected from company annual reports of Human Resource Department and the primary data were collected through questionnaire and interview. The questionnaire was distributed to employees (management members and employees) at the main office who were selected using random sampling technique. The interview was conducted with the Human Resource Head. The study used correlation data analysis techniques.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
1.1 Background of the study
1.2 Statement of the problem
1.3 .General Objective of the study
1.4 Research Question
1.5 Significance/Importance of the study
1.6 Scope of the study
1.7. Description of the Study Area
1.7.1. Historical background and Administrative Structure of the Study Area
1.7.2. Location and Altitude
1.7.3. Population
2. Literature Review
1.7 Selection
1.8 Employee Motivation
2.3.3.1. Motivational Challenges
2.3.3.2. Advantages of Employee Motivation
2.3.3.3. Disadvantages of Motivating Staff
3. Research Design and Methodology
3.2. Research Design
3.2.1. Research Approach
3.4. Methods of Data Collection
3.6. Sampling Technique
3.6.1. Population
3.6.2. Sampling frame
3.6.3. Sampling unit
3.6.4. SamplingDesign (sampling size)
3.8. Data Presentation
3.9. Limitations
3.10. Ethical Considerations
4. Data Discussion and Interpretation
1.9 .Human Resource Policy of Addis Ababa city Administration Vital Events Registration Agency
1.10 Data Presentation and Analysis
3.1.1.1 Management Respondent Personal Information
3.1.1.2 Employee Respondent Personal Information
3.1.1.3 Answers to Interview Conducted with Human Resource Head.
2. Conclusion and recommendation
2.1.Conclusion
2.1 Recommendation
Research Objectives and Focus Areas
The primary objective of this study is to assess the recruitment policy and employee motivation practices within the Addis Ababa city Administration Vital Events Registration Agency and their impact on overall job satisfaction. The research explores how current HR policies influence employee performance, identifies existing gaps in the recruitment process, and proposes improvements to increase organizational effectiveness.
- Assessment of recruitment policies and selection methods.
- Analysis of employee motivation practices and tools.
- Investigation of factors hindering effective recruitment and retention.
- Evaluation of job satisfaction levels among management and staff.
- Development of recommendations to improve HR policies and productivity.
Excerpt from the Book
1. Introduction
The main objective of all kinds of organizations will be to meet their purpose and to achieve the mission on that the organization established for; one of the most important components towards the economic growth of any country is executing proper management of employees in the working environment. However, it is hard to keep the interest of all members in the civil community. Management should exert its effort to understand the need of the workers in the organization. If not, the work morale of employees will fail and the output in effect will be worst. “The objective of an organization can be achieved only through the efforts of people”. Joshi, M (2013) P-52.
It is clear that better performance can only be achieved by utilizing properly the organizations main resource which is human being. If these resources are not handled well, motivated well in terms of promotion, proper payment, work conditions and facilities, training support for education, fringe benefits, incentives, insurance and health service, it will be difficult to rely on the employee (personnel) effectiveness and productivity. People can be motivated to use their ability productivity and to behave in positive ways. Opportunity, here means that people will perform well, especially in high-quality work, and participate in wider activities than their strict role requires; these might include team initiative or problem solving, if the opportunity is given to them. Greener, T (2010) P-50.
Summary of Chapters
1. Introduction: This chapter outlines the study's background, problem statement, objectives, and the significance of effectively managing human resources to achieve organizational goals.
2. Literature Review: This section provides a theoretical framework regarding recruitment policies, selection processes, and motivation theories, highlighting their importance in human resource management.
3. Research Design and Methodology: This chapter details the descriptive research strategy, data collection tools (questionnaires and interviews), and sampling techniques used to gather information from the agency.
4. Data Discussion and Interpretation: This chapter presents the findings from the surveys and interviews, analyzing the current recruitment, selection, and motivation practices within the agency.
2. Conclusion and recommendation: This final chapter synthesizes the study's findings, concluding that the agency faces challenges in recruitment and retention, and offers actionable recommendations to improve HR practices.
Keywords
Recruitment Policy, Employee Motivation, Job Satisfaction, Human Resource Management, Selection Process, Organizational Productivity, Staff Turnover, Workforce Retention, Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Incentive Mechanisms, Human Resource Directorate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this research?
The study focuses on assessing the recruitment and employee motivation practices at the Addis Ababa city Administration Vital Events Registration Agency and their overall effect on employee job satisfaction.
What are the core research themes?
The core themes include the effectiveness of the agency's recruitment strategies, the adequacy of current motivational tools, and the impact of these factors on employee retention and productivity.
What is the main research question?
The study seeks to answer how the company addresses vacancies, whether current recruitment and selection methods provide the best talent, and how the organization implements its motivation policies.
What methodology does the researcher employ?
The researcher utilizes a descriptive research design, combining both qualitative and quantitative approaches, including questionnaires for employees and interviews with the Human Resource Head.
What is discussed in the main body of the work?
The main body discusses the theoretical aspects of recruitment and motivation, presents the agency's specific HR policies, and analyzes the data gathered from the survey and interview respondents.
Which keywords best describe this study?
Key terms include recruitment policy, employee motivation, job satisfaction, staff turnover, human resource management, and organizational productivity.
How does the agency currently conduct its recruitment?
According to the findings, the agency uses newspaper advertisements but relies heavily on recommendations, which many respondents indicated leads to a lack of fairness and transparency.
What is the primary challenge regarding employee retention?
The study identifies high employee turnover, noting that a significant majority of employees have served the agency for five years or less, partly due to dissatisfaction with salary and motivational tools.
How does the agency reward its employees?
The agency uses monetary rewards, such as bonuses for outstanding workers and the "worker of the year" award, but the research suggests these mechanisms are currently insufficient.
- Citation du texte
- Anteneh Kassa (Auteur), 2017, Recruitment Policy and Employee Motivation. The Case of the Vital Events Registration Agency in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia., Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/591897
