Thesis:

Influence of strategic human resource management on organizational performance in Uasin Gishu county government in Kenya.

There have been numerous studies conducted globally on the influence of strategic human resource management (SHRM) on organizational performance. The purpose of the study was to investigate influence of strategic human resource management on organizational performance case of Uasin Gishu County Government in Kenya. The study was guided by the following specific objectives which included to determine influence of human resource planning on organizational performance in Uasin Gishu County; To assess influence of human resource training on organizational performance in Uasin Gishu County;To determine influence of human resource staffing on organizational performance in Uasin Gishu County establish influence of human resource placement on organizational performance in Uasin Gishu County Government .The study was guided by the following theories Contingency theory and Stakeholder theory The population included in the study was 204 employees in Uasin Gishu County Government, Kenya. The sample size was 61. This study made use of structured interview; face to face interview was conducted. The data collected was coded and analysed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences. It employed descriptive statistics which included frequencies and percentages. After this, the findings were presented by the use of tables in chapter four. Ethical issues in the research was taken care of by the researcher assuring the participants that information to be provided was used for purposes of research only and not to malign their integrity and interest in the business. Furthermore, the respondents were advised not to indicate their names anywhere on the questionnaires. The study concluded that, Human resource planning ensures that Uasin Gishu County Government has the right people with the right skills in the right positions at the right time. By forecasting future workforce needs, identifying skill gaps, and strategically aligning staffing levels with organizational goals, HR planning enhances efficiency, productivity, and service delivery. Effective HR planning enables the county government to proactively address staffing challenges, optimize resource allocation, and adapt to changing operational demands, ultimately contributing to improved organizational performance.Human resource staffing practices directly impact organizational performance by ensuring that Uasin Gishu County Government has the right people in the right roles. Strategic staffing initiatives, such as recruitment, selection, and deployment of personnel, help to minimize turnover, reduce recruitment costs, and enhance workforce productivity. By aligning staffing levels with workload demands and organizational priorities, HR staffing practices optimize resource utilization, improve service delivery, and support overall organizational effectiveness. Human resource placement involves the strategic deployment of employees within Uasin Gishu County Government to maximize their contributions and effectiveness. Effective placement practices ensure that individuals with the right qualifications, skills, and experience are matched to suitable roles and responsibilities. By placing employees in positions where they can leverage their strengths and capabilities, HR placement enhances job satisfaction, employee engagement, and organizational performance. Strategic placement initiatives also support succession planning efforts and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the workforce, further contributing to overall organizational success Lawler et al., (2012).Based on the findings and conclusions reached, the study makes a number of recommendations, including:Continuously invest in training and development programs to enhance employee skills, knowledge, and competencies, fostering a culture of learning and growth within the organization.