Talent Strategies and Leadership Development of the Public Sector: Insights from Southeast Asia

To stay ahead of the competition, the public sector must have an effective talent management strategy that aligns with the organization's strategic aims and purpose. This book adopts a comparative country analysis to explore how talent schemes have been shaped by reforms, experiences, cross-country knowledge transfers, and evolved in Southeast Asia, focusing on public administration and civil service reforms.

Format: Hardback
Length: 134 pages
Publication date: 07 June 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The public sector must implement an effective talent management strategy to surpass the competition and secure its position in the ever-evolving landscape. Talent management goes beyond mere recruitment and retention; it involves aligning the organization's approach to talent with its strategic objectives and core values. This comprehensive book adopts a comparative country analysis, taking into account the institutional emphasis, organizational configuration, and unique characteristics of the public sector.

Spanning three significant stages of administrative development, namely the colonial, postcolonial, and modern periods, this book delves into the intricate dynamics that have shaped talent schemes in Southeast Asia. It explores how reforms, experiences, cross-country knowledge transfers, and evolving global trends have influenced the development and adaptation of talent programs.

By examining the public sector within the broader context of Southeast Asia, this book offers valuable insights for scholars and public managers engaged in public administration and civil service reforms. It seeks to provide a contextualized understanding of talent management and leadership development in the region, enabling professionals to adapt and thrive in the rapidly changing landscape.

This book is a must-read for anyone seeking to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities in talent management and leadership development in the public sector in Southeast Asia. Its comprehensive analysis and insightful perspectives will undoubtedly contribute to the ongoing discourse on public sector reform and leadership in the region.

Weight: 292g
Dimension: 144 x 223 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367862244