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This insightful book examines human resource management practice and its perceived impact on performance in the non-profit sector. Presenting case studies of six NGOs in Kenya, it explores HRM practices in a non-profit setting, and uncovers details about HRM practice by organizations in the development sector that are not found in NGO management books. Informed by the author's practical experience in the field, Human Resource Management in International NGOs is a unique study that marries theory and practice, challenging the reader to reflect on the interpretative application of management theory and stakeholder participation.
List of contents
Chapter 1 Exploring the Black Box and Paradox.- Chapter 2 Recruitment.- Chapter 3 Selection.- Chapter 4 Employee Participation.- Chapter 5 mplications for INGO Management Process.- Chapter 6 What have we learned?.
About the author
Carol Brunt is an Assistant Professor in the College of Business and Economics (COBE) at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, US. Also a development practitioner, she has held multiple management positions within the development sector while living and working in Sub-Saharan Africa. Her academic research has been published in peer-reviewed journals including the
International Journal of Human Resource Management, and presented at conferences including the African Academy of Management, the Academy of Management and the International Research Society for Public Management.
Summary
This insightful book examines human resource management practice and its perceived impact on performance in the non-profit sector. Presenting case studies of six NGOs in Kenya, it explores HRM practices in a non-profit setting, and uncovers details about HRM practice by organizations in the development sector that are not found in NGO management books. Informed by the author’s practical experience in the field, Human Resource Management in International NGOs is a unique study that marries theory and practice, challenging the reader to reflect on the interpretative application of management theory and stakeholder participation.
