FORMATION OF HR POLICY IN THE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS

Abstract

The purpose of the article is to develop theoretical principles, enhance methodological approaches, and provide practical recommendations for shaping personnel policy within the management system of higher education institutions.

Scientific novelty. A unique interpretation of personnel policy in an enterprise is proposed, defining it as a key direction of work with an organization’s staff. It represents a structured system of methods, principles, forms, and organizational procedures for setting goals, programs, and tasks aimed at forming, developing, and preserving human resource potential. This includes defining value orientations, procedures, and methods for personnel evaluation, essential for achieving the organization's strategic development goals and fulfilling its mission under contemporary operating conditions. The features of higher education institutions influencing the formation of personnel policy include the following: high demands on employees due to the specifics of scientific and teaching activities; the need for certification driven by the evolving and growing societal demand for educational services; the unique role of leadership as a coordinator of scientific and educational activities; and the diversity of functions performed by teaching staff. The SWOT analysis, based on observations, regulatory data governing the activities of Odesa State Agrarian University, reports, regulations, and surveys, has made it possible to identify the strengths and weaknesses of the personnel policy and to develop strategic directions in human resource management in accordance with an active personnel policy.

The Elements of Scientific Novelty. The obtained results lie in the systematic study of personnel policy within the management system of higher education institutions.

Conclusions. Conducting scientific research activities and training highly qualified personnel are priority areas for higher education institutions. The current state of higher education in Ukraine negatively impacts the preservation and development of the human resource potential of academic staff. This challenges higher education institutions to develop an effective personnel policy that fosters motivation and promotes the professional growth of faculty members.