Type of Resource:
Dissertation

Year of Publication:
2017

Indicators:
- Enablers
- Trends


Themes:
- Internet Access, Affordability And Use

Author(s): Zigarah, Raphael Kwaku

The main purpose of the study was to assess the use of social media in recruitment and selection process in public institutions in Ghana, with particular reference to the Ghana Revenue Authority. The objectives of the study were to identify the social media tools used for recruitment and selection at the Ghana Revenue Authority, determine the benefits of using social media in the recruitment process, determine the challenges associates with using social media for recruitment. The study revealed all the respondents representing 100% agreed that the use of social media in recruitment and selection process is cost saving. The study further revealed that recruitment through social media can enhance the communication and dialogue within the recruitment process. The result showed that majority of the staff believed that Ghana Revenue Authority used social media (Skype and LinkedIn) in recruitment and selection of candidates for employment.

URL
https://erl.ucc.edu.gh/jspui/handle/123456789/3539

Region of Study:
West Africa,

Country of Study:
Ghana,

Study Quality
Medium