Title: Enhancing Policy Compliance and Governance in Educational HR Management in African Schools: A Theoretical Model
Authors: Olanrewaju Awoyemi, Olufunke Anne Alabi, Fadeke Adeola Atobatele, Chioma Angela Okonkwo
Volume: 9
Issue: 4
Pages: 518-525
Publication Date: 2025/04/28
Abstract:
This paper examines the current state of human resource (HR) management in African schools. It proposes a theoretical model to enhance policy compliance and governance. The study identifies significant challenges, including inconsistent recruitment practices, limited professional development opportunities, inadequate performance evaluations, and poor teacher compensation. Furthermore, issues in policy compliance are exacerbated by a lack of awareness, weak monitoring and evaluation infrastructure, and resource constraints. Governance challenges such as ineffective leadership, corruption, political instability, and lack of stakeholder engagement complicate HR management. To address these issues, the proposed model incorporates key components: investment in human capital through continuous professional development and transparent recruitment processes; fostering a positive organizational culture with effective communication and recognition of high performance; aligning policies with national standards and implementing robust monitoring mechanisms; promoting transformational leadership and participatory decision-making; and developing context-specific HR practices to meet the unique needs of diverse schools. Implementing this model is expected to lead to significant improvements in policy compliance, governance, and educational outcomes. Recommendations for stakeholders include increased investment in professional development, fostering collaborative work environments, ensuring policy alignment and effective communication, and engaging all stakeholders in decision-making processes. The paper concludes by highlighting the need for future research to explore the long-term impact of the proposed model, particularly in different African contexts and the potential role of technology in enhancing HR management and policy compliance.