Talent Management, Organizational Culture and Employee Productivity: The Moderating Effect of Employee Involvement

Aim - This study investigates the influence of talent management and organizational culture on employee productivity in the public sector, also it assessed the moderating effect of employee involvement in the relationship. Methodology- The study employed a quantitative approach in data collection and analysis. Data was collected through a structured questionnaire distributed among 158 purposively sampled permanent senior staff in University of Ilorin, Nigeria. The analysis was conducted using Partial Least Square Structural Equation Modelling. Findings- The findings indicate several significant relationships between talent management, employee commitment, employee productivity, and employee satisfaction. Limitations- First is the small sample size of only 158 respondents from the public service. This small sample size may not accurately represent the views and experiences of employees from other industries or sectors and may limit the generalizability of the findings. Second, the study was conducted with a specific population of public service employees which may not be applicable to other sectors or organizations. Third is that the study relied on self-reported data from a survey, which may be subject to bias. Participants may have provided responses that they believed were socially desirable, rather than accurate reflections of their true beliefs and experiences. Practical implications- Public sector organizations should focus on implementing effective talent management practices, fostering a positive organisational culture, and involving employees in shaping the culture in order to improve employee commitment and satisfaction. Further, the findings highlight the importance of focusing on employee commitment and improving employee productivity. More so, the rate at which employees are involved in the organization has an impact on the relationship between the organizational culture and employees’ productivity. Originality/value- The study contributes to literature by exploring how talent management influences employee productivity, while investigating the critical moderating role of employee involvement.