Congregation of the Sisters of Saint-Aubin

Description

Congregation of the Sisters of Saint-Aubin: Abstract

The case describes the recruitment process and integration of a director of financial services within a religious community. Its scope extends far beyond the specific context of religious congregations. The difficulties in staffing it illustrates are common to non-profit organizations and SMEs. It examines recruitment difficulties, onboarding and integration of a new recruit and stresses the importance of preparation for the arrival of the new employee, tracking his or her work and understanding the organizational context in which staffing occurs.

Originally in French (three-part case), only the first part has been translated to English.

Teaching objectives

The case looks at an unsuccessful attempt to fill a position and illustrates the need for careful planning in the staffing process.

Main themes covered

• Hiring
• Staffing
• Onboarding and integration of new employees
• Change management
• Resistance management
• Selection of candidates

Concepts and theories related to the case

The different stages of the staffing process, particularly human resources planning, job analysis, job description, the establishment of selection criteria, selection steps, the onboarding and integration of a new employee, the political and human dimensions of staffing.

Additional information

Also available in French. Also available in Spanish.