IOP3702
Assignment 1 Semester 1 2025
Unique #:
Due Date:March 2025
Detailed solutions, explanations, workings
and references.
+27 81 278 3372
, CONSULTING REPORT
STRATEGIC WORKFORCE PLANNING AND RECRUITMENT AT KWAME
BOATENG EXPLORATION
Prepared by: [Consultant's Name]
Module: IOP3702
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This report provides a strategic analysis and practical recommendations for
addressing both the organizational and societal challenges currently facing
Kwame Boateng Exploration, a family-owned mining company operating in
Southern Africa. Drawing on contemporary human resource planning and
recruitment practices, as well as African cultural leadership traditions, the report
proposes holistic and culturally sensitive solutions. It reflects a dual perspective
that integrates modern consultancy approaches with traditional societal dynamics.
1. INTRODUCTION
Kwame Boateng Exploration has long held a respected position in the mining
sector. However, its ability to maintain operational excellence and social
credibility is being undermined by several internal inefficiencies and external
pressures. The challenges are deeply rooted in outdated workforce practices, a
lack of alignment between HR strategies and operational needs, and cultural
tensions between corporate goals and community expectations.
2. DIAGNOSIS OF ORGANISATIONAL AND SOCIETAL CHALLENGES
2.1 Workforce Planning and Recruitment Deficiencies
The company’s workforce planning does not align with its operational strategy.
Recruitment is reactive rather than strategic, leading to staffing gaps that hinder
productivity. There is no systematic forecasting of future human resource needs,
Varsity Cube 2024 +27 81 278 3372
Assignment 1 Semester 1 2025
Unique #:
Due Date:March 2025
Detailed solutions, explanations, workings
and references.
+27 81 278 3372
, CONSULTING REPORT
STRATEGIC WORKFORCE PLANNING AND RECRUITMENT AT KWAME
BOATENG EXPLORATION
Prepared by: [Consultant's Name]
Module: IOP3702
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This report provides a strategic analysis and practical recommendations for
addressing both the organizational and societal challenges currently facing
Kwame Boateng Exploration, a family-owned mining company operating in
Southern Africa. Drawing on contemporary human resource planning and
recruitment practices, as well as African cultural leadership traditions, the report
proposes holistic and culturally sensitive solutions. It reflects a dual perspective
that integrates modern consultancy approaches with traditional societal dynamics.
1. INTRODUCTION
Kwame Boateng Exploration has long held a respected position in the mining
sector. However, its ability to maintain operational excellence and social
credibility is being undermined by several internal inefficiencies and external
pressures. The challenges are deeply rooted in outdated workforce practices, a
lack of alignment between HR strategies and operational needs, and cultural
tensions between corporate goals and community expectations.
2. DIAGNOSIS OF ORGANISATIONAL AND SOCIETAL CHALLENGES
2.1 Workforce Planning and Recruitment Deficiencies
The company’s workforce planning does not align with its operational strategy.
Recruitment is reactive rather than strategic, leading to staffing gaps that hinder
productivity. There is no systematic forecasting of future human resource needs,
Varsity Cube 2024 +27 81 278 3372
