ROLE OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT FUNCTIONS ON CRISIS MANAGEMENT

Abstract

Effective crisis management is essential to maintaining an organization's resilience and reputation in the face of unforeseen disruptions. By putting in place robust HRD procedures, organizations can enhance employee capabilities and ensure that workers are prepared to handle emergencies and adapt to changing conditions. This strategic alignment facilitates rapid crisis response while also fostering long-term organizational success and stability. This paper aims to explore the role of Human Resource Development Functions in Crisis Management.  The results found that the critical role that human resource development (HRD) plays in improving an organization's capacity for crisis management. It highlights the vital necessity of crisis-specific training programs to improve staff members' communication, decision-making, and stress-reduction abilities, thereby enhancing organizational resilience. Furthermore, the review emphasizes the importance of leadership development in providing managers with the crisis navigation skills they need. It also tackles performance management issues by supporting targeted interventions and real-time metrics. Ultimately, strengthening HRD practices and improving readiness for future disruptions is achieved by integrating lessons learned from previous crises through knowledge management and organizational learning.   In conclusion, The findings highlight the need for good human resource development (HRD) in enhancing organizational crisis management. HRD improves organizational resilience and readiness for upcoming challenges by emphasizing crisis-specific training, leadership development, and performance management, as well as by utilizing lessons learned.