Developing Talent and Enhancing Performance in the Public Sector: Strengthening Government Workforce Capacity for Malaysia’s National Development

The Twelfth Malaysia Plan (12MP) seeks to revitalize the national economy, enhance societal well-being, and strengthen long-term economic growth. Aligned with this agenda, the present study examines the relationship between talent management and the performance of state government employees in Malaysia. Motivated, skilled, and engaged employees are better positioned to contribute effectively to organizational objectives, thereby improving overall performance. Accordingly, this study assesses the impact of talent management—specifically recruitment and retention practices—on employee performance within the state government. Data were collected using adapted survey instruments from prior research, and responses from 385 state government employees were analysed using SPSS Version 22. The findings indicate that talent management, recruitment, and retention exert significant positive effects on organizational performance. These results offer valuable insights for human resource practitioners in developing strategies that support employee growth and enhance performance outcomes.

Employee performance, state government, talent management

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