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EVALUATION OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION PRACTICES AT A SELECTED COMPANY IN WESTVILLE DURBAN SOUTH AFRICA

BANGURA, S. 1, and Dr. LOURENS, M.E. 2.

Vol 18, No 07 ( 2023 )   |  DOI: 10.17605/OSF.IO/25FRE   |   Author Affiliation: D.Phil. Management Science Specialising in Human Resource Management Candidate, Durban University of Technology, Republic of South Africa 1; Deputy Dean, Faculty of Management Science, Durban University of Technology, Republic of South Africa 2.   |   Licensing: CC 4.0   |   Pg no: 2365-2373   |   Published on: 31-07-2023

Abstract

In today's business environment, companies must plan and implement recruitment and selection, especially for candidates who are good for the job because this is a good recruitment and selection point for the company. However, poor recruitment and selection processes can affect the quality of employees and their jobs in the organization. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of recruitment and selection at a selected company in Westville Durban. The importance of attracting recruiting and selecting talented employees in a competitive business environment makes it important for organizations to adopt best practices in recruitment and selection in organization. First, the study shows various aspects of recruitment and selection in organizations. Second, recruitment and selection are all defined. Finally, strategies are proposed to reduce the difficulties encountered in the recruitment and selection process. The study utilized a qualitative research method and employed purposive sampling. Thematic analysis was conducted to analyze the data. The results indicate that recruitment and selection are significant factors for both employees and organizations. Furthermore, it is imperative to note that a sound approach to recruitment and selection practices holds utmost significance and should serve as the fundamental basis for all employment planning and selection within an organization. The outcomes undeniably affirm the crucial role that recruitment and selection play in attaining organizational goals and objectives. Ongoing research consistently verifies that collaboration is pivotal for the triumph of any recruitment and selection process. The suggestions put forth explicitly recognize the necessity for thorough planning and meticulous execution of recruitment and selection endeavours. Additionally, human resource planning is duly acknowledged as crucial and encompasses the vital facets of recruitment and selection, as processes such as procuring a commendable occupation and adhering to recruitment and selection policies bear considerable importance.


Keywords

Recruitment and Selection, Human Resource Management Planning