Strategic HRD in NGO Management: Building People, Driving Impact

Within the vibrant tapestry of India's non-profit sector, a quiet revolution is stirring. This thesis reveals a fascinating paradox: while Indian NGOs intuitively understand that their people are their most valuable asset, the journey from this recognition to a truly **strategic, integrated approach to Human Resource Development (HRD)** is often a winding, unpaved road. The research serves as a crucial compass, mapping the landscape of Strategic Action Orientation (SAO) and HRD Orientation (HRDO) to expose a fragmented reality. It's a story of passionate organizations grappling with the very real constraints of limited resources and informal systems, a struggle that often sidelines formal HR strategies. Yet, the findings are not a condemnation but a clarion call. They illuminate the path forward, suggesting that with deliberate effort-**through integrated frameworks, focused capacity building, and empowering participatory management**-these organizations can not only survive but thrive, transforming employee growth from a hopeful byproduct into the engine of their mission's success.

Pagina's: 400, Paperback, LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing