Authors : Elifuraha Elias Laizer

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 5 - May

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/26May1963

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Abstract : planned to go for training and it confirms that the institution pay salaries below industry average leading to underperformance and raising the need for this study. Using a mixed-methods approach, the study collected data from 114 respondents through questionnaires and interviews. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and regression analysis, while qualitative data were examined through thematic analysis. Findings revealed that all three HR practices significantly influence organizational performance, with compensation being the strongest predictor. Training and HR planning also showed positive correlations, though gaps in implementation were evident. The study highlights the need for strategic HR planning, structured training programs, and competitive compensation systems to improve staff motivation, retention, and operational efficiency. These findings contribute to the broader discourse on HRM in conservation settings and offer practical recommendations for EWMA and similar organizations.

Keywords : Planning Practices, Compensation Practice, Training Practice, Organizational Performance, Wildlife Management Areas.

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