Evaluating a methodology for assessing the strategic alignment of a mining company recruitment function

In the human capital era, the strategic importance of measurement is unmistakable. Therefore, the objective of this study was to qualitatively evaluate a methodology for assessing the strategic alignment of a recruitment function. Persons working in the recruitment best practice community of a mining company were targeted as the case study for this research. Individual (one-on-one) and focus group interviews were conducted to elicit the research data. Thematic coding was used to identify the emerging themes from the research data. The findings indicated that this methodology can be used effectively to determine the alignment of the recruitment function with the strategic objectives of the company. However, the bottom line contribution is still unclear. How to cite this article: Janse van Rensburg, A., & Roodt, G. (2009). Evaluating a methodology for assessing the strategic alignment of a mining company recruitment function. SA Journal of Human Resource Management/ SA Tydskrif vir Menslikehulpbronbestuur, 7(1), Art. #201, 9 pages. DOI: 10.4102 /sajhrm.v7i1.201