Strategic Human Resource Practices and Leadership Development Effectiveness in Digital Governance
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https://doi.org/10.65339/ijsair.V2.I2.360Keywords:
Strategic Human Resource Practices, Leadership Development Effectiveness, Digital Governance, Public Sector, Human Resource ManagementAbstract
This study determined the strategic human resource practices and leadership development effectiveness in digital governance among selected public sector organizations. It assessed strategic human resource practices in terms of leadership development and training, digital skills, recruitment and staff retention, culture and change management, and performance management, as well as leadership development effectiveness in terms of alignment with digital strategy, speed and agility, openness and transparency, employee engagement and motivation, and service delivery outcomes. The study employed a descriptive-comparative-correlational research design with 230 respondents composed of 33 human resource personnel, 56 local government unit personnel, and 141 clients. Data were gathered using a validated survey questionnaire and analyzed using frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, Mann–Whitney U test, Kruskal–Wallis H test, and Spearman rho correlation. Findings revealed that strategic human resource practices were generally rated as highly practiced, indicating that the organizations had established HR systems that support digital readiness and workforce development. Leadership development effectiveness in digital governance was rated as moderately effective, suggesting that leadership initiatives were present but still needed further strengthening. Significant differences were found in selected profile variables, particularly civil status among HR personnel and highest educational attainment and years of experience among clients. A significant relationship was also established between strategic human resource practices and leadership development effectiveness. The study concludes that strong strategic human resource practices contribute to better leadership development effectiveness in digital governance and recommends strengthening leadership training, digital skills development, performance management, change management, and alignment of HR programs with digital governance goals.
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