Thesis:

Influence of human resource management practices on employee performance at Mandera county government Kenya.

Human Resource Management practices, such as talent management, training and development, and promotion, are pivotal in fostering employee engagement and productivity. Effective human resource management practices are essential in promoting employee involvement, improving decision-making, and creating a supportive work environment, all of which contribute to enhanced organizational performance. In Mandera County, Kenya, the county government faces numerous challenges related to service delivery, which necessitates focusing on HRM to improve performance outcomes and address existing gaps. The purpose of the study was to examine how human resource management practices influence employee performance at Mandera County Government. The objectives of the study were to determine the effect of talent management on employee performance, assess the influence of training and development on employee performance, and analyze the impact of promotion on employee performance within the county government. By addressing these objectives, the study aimed to provide insights into how HRM practices could be improved to achieve better outcomes in public sector performance. The theoretical framework of the study was grounded in three key theories. Maslow’s Need Hierarchy Theory emphasizes the importance of fulfilling employees’ needs to motivate them and improve their performance. Human Capital Theory focuses on the value of investing in employees’ skills and knowledge as essential for boosting organizational performance. Lastly, the Resource-Based View Theory highlights the significance of effectively utilizing an organization's resources, including human capital, to achieve a competitive advantage. A descriptive research design was employed to explore the relationships between HRM practices and employee performance. This design was appropriate for collecting both qualitative and quantitative data, providing a comprehensive understanding of the v subject. The target population of the study comprised 2,246 employees of Mandera County Government, from which a sample of 224 employees was selected using stratified random sampling. This method enabled the collection of both qualitative and quantitative data, offering detailed insights into the HRM practices and their influence on employee performance. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, such as means and frequencies, and inferential statistics, including multiple linear regression. The results show the relationship is statistically significant, with a tvalue of 2.544 and a significance level of 0.012, indicating that training and development positively influences employee performance, the influence of promotion shows a strong positive unstandardized coefficient of 0.909. This suggests that for every one-unit increase in the influence of promotion, employee performance increases by 0.909 units.n. In conclusion, the study determined that human resource management practices have a significant impact on employee performance in Mandera County Government. To enhance employee productivity and satisfaction, it is recommended that the county government invest in mentorship programs, implement more transparent promotion processes, and provide employees with opportunities for continuous skill development through well-structured training programs. These efforts will not only improve employee performance but also contribute to better service delivery within the county government.