Green human resource management and employee engagement: a study of sustainable practice in public organizations in Nigeria

Abstract

As the world grapples with the challenges of climate change, environmental degradation, and social inequality, the role of human resource management (HRM) in promoting sustainable development has become increasingly critical. This study explores the intersection of Green HRM and employee engagement in public organizations in Nigeria, shedding light on the complex dynamics that underpin sustainable practice in this context. This research contributes to the burgeoning field of Green HRM, offering a nuanced understanding of the opportunities and obstacles that arise when seeking to integrate sustainability into HRM practice in a developing country context. Ultimately. this study demonstrates that Green HRM has the potential to drive sustainable development in Nigeria, but that its success depends on a fundamental shift in the way that public organizations approach HRM, prioritizing employee engagement, sustainability, and social responsibility. Methodologically, the study used secondary data collection such as textbooks, magazines, newspapers, journals, and periodical reports. From the content analysis, the study found out among that there is a lack of awareness and understanding of Green HRM practices among employees and managers in public organizations in Nigeria. The study also recommends among others that there should be provision of training and development programs to raise awareness and understanding of Green HRM practices among employees and managers in public organizations in Nigeria. The papers thus, conclude that by prioritizing the development of Green HRM practices, public organizations in Nigeria can not only improve employee engagement and motivation, but also contribute to the achievement of sustainable development goals.