PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT AND EMPLOYEE EFFICIENCY IN DANGOTE CEMENT, OBAJANA, KOGI STATE

This study was conducted to analyze “performance management and employee efficiency in Dangote Cement, Obajana, Kogi State. The objectives of the study was to assess the extent to which performance+e management practices is employed at Dangote Cement Obajana, to determine the effect of feedback mechanism on employee efficiency in Dangote Cement Obajana, Kogi State and to identify the gaps in the current performance management system and its implications for employee performance and organizational success. The main instrument used in data collection was questionnaire. Both primary and secondary sources. The data collections were analyzed using table analysis and the use of chi -square for the hypothesis test. From the analysis of data collected, the following findings were made for efficiency and effectiveness of performance appraisal as a technique for effective management in the organization in which they work. It was discovered that the contribution of performance appraisal to the existence and profitability of the organization cannot be over emphasized. The executive responsible for performance are sometimes involved in personal prejudice and consideration. From the findings, some recommendations were made that the rating should concentrate on performance (result) rather than personality traits and personal prejudice. Also the organization should improve working conditions, education and welfare and safety in the organization in which they work among others.