THE EFFECT OF MANPOWER PLANNING ON ORGANIZATIONAL OBJECTIVES: A CASE STUDY OF KANO STATE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE

This study examined the effect of manpower planning on the achievement of organizational objectives, using Kano State Internal Revenue Service as a case study. The research was motivated by the growing need for public sector organizations to effectively plan, develop, and utilize their human resources in order to improve performance, efficiency, and service delivery. The main objective of the study was to assess how manpower planning influences the realization of organizational goals, while the specific objectives focused on workforce forecasting, recruitment and selection, training and development, and employee placement. The study adopted a descriptive research design and utilized both primary and secondary sources of data. Primary data were obtained through structured questionnaires administered to selected staff of the Service, while secondary data were sourced from official records, journals, and relevant publications. Data collected were analyzed using simple descriptive statistical tools such as frequencies and percentages. Findings from the study revealed that effective manpower planning has a significant positive effect on the achievement of organizational objectives. Proper forecasting of manpower needs, continuous staff training, and appropriate deployment of personnel were found to enhance productivity, revenue generation, and overall organizational effectiveness. The study concluded that manpower planning is a critical managerial function that contributes directly to the success of public sector organizations. The study recommended that the Kano State Internal Revenue Service should strengthen its manpower planning strategies by investing in regular training programs, adopting modern human resource planning techniques, and ensuring adequate staffing in key operational areas to enhance the achievement of its organizational objectives.