Identification of Dimensions, Components, and Indicators of Human Resource Development in the Iraqi Ministry of Youth and Sports
Keywords:
Human resource development, sports organizations, IraqAbstract
Given the importance of human capital, this study was conducted with the aim of identifying the dimensions, components, and indicators of human resource development in the Iraqi Ministry of Youth and Sports. A qualitative approach using thematic analysis was employed. The participants consisted of 22 experts who were selected purposively based on criteria such as specialized knowledge, relevant experience, and willingness to cooperate. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, and the content validity of the instruments was confirmed by subject-matter experts. The coding process was carried out by two independent coders, whose inter-coder agreement was reported as 86 percent. Findings revealed 75 sub-themes and eight main dimensions, including the physical dimension (5 components), the intellectual dimension (9 components), the financial dimension (10 components), the emotional and motivational dimension (9 components), the cultural and social dimension (12 components), the structural and environmental dimension (17 components), the occupational and professional dimension (8 components), and the creativity and innovation dimension (6 components). Overall, the study demonstrated that human resource development in the Iraqi Ministry of Youth and Sports requires a comprehensive, systematic, and coordinated approach—one that addresses individual empowerment and skills enhancement on the one hand, and improved structures, organizational culture, and environmental conditions on the other. The proposed model can serve as a basis for strategic planning, human resource policymaking, and the design of developmental interventions within the ministry, thereby facilitating progress toward performance improvement, increased efficiency, and enhanced human capital.
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