Impact of Succession Planning Practices On Employees Retention in Public Colleges in Tanzania: A Case study of Tanzania Public Service College.

Mwamanda, Naikusa A. (2023) Impact of Succession Planning Practices On Employees Retention in Public Colleges in Tanzania: A Case study of Tanzania Public Service College. Masters thesis, The Open University of Tanzania.

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Abstract

This study investigated the impact of succession planning practices on employee retention at Tanzania Service Public College (TSPC). Specifically, it examined the impact of talent identification; career development; mentoring; coaching and job rotation on employee retention. The study used three theories namely: leadership model succession; Strategic constituency; and agency theory. A quantitative approach and cross-sectional research design were used. The findings of the regression model revealed, that talent identification as part of succession planning practices is associated with increased employee retention. Likewise, career development is associated with increased employee retention. Results of the third objective exposed that, mentoring as part of succession planning practices is associated with increased employee retention. The findings of the fourth objective exposed that, a unit change in coaching as part of the succession planning practices associated with increases in employee retention. Lastly, the results of regression revealed that job rotation has a positive impact on employee retention. The study recommends the following; higher learning institutions mainly TPSC should safeguard the career development of workforces based on the requirements of the institution and implementation of robust talent identification processes. This may include identifying high-potential employees, providing opportunities for career advancement, and offering targeted development programs to nurture and retain top talent. Key Words: succession planning practices, employee retention, talent identification, career development, coaching, job rotation. TABLE OF CONTENTS

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