EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL SYSTEM AND EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE IN NAKURU COUNTY GOVERNMENT, KENYA

This study assessed the effect of performance appraisal on employees in Nakuru County Government, Kenya. Descriptive research design was applied. The target population 94 staffs Government. researcher used census technique involving all purposively identified respondents. selected respondents included county ministers, chief officers, sub administrators, ward administrators and members public service board. Primary secondary data considered. questionnaires to collect primary data. examined that criteria, frequency, reward system feedback had a positive significant influence employee In regard concluded criteria are aspects is actually being evaluated on, which tied directly employees’ job description. On by regularly reviewing evaluating makes it easier identify any skills gaps or areas where an may be struggling. system, systems great way need additional training support. feedback, staff provide how their team leads doing. Providing helps motivate do well. recommended should set clear goals, periodically discuss progress made control debate feasibility achieving those objectives. frequency designed economical, less time-consuming get maximum benefits one matches needs your organization. establish assessment method, required competencies expectations drafted for each individual appraisals conducted. making them feel like valued part process. Key Words : Appraisal Criteria, Feedback, Rewards, Frequency , Systems CITATION: Nganga, G. N., & Anyieni, A. (2023). Employee Kenya . Strategic Journal Business Change Management, 10 (2), 1295 – 1307.