After a handful of unqualified candidates were selected and promoted in HR during R2, it is obvious HR did it's part to pump up some corporate numbers that are being shared externally. Will the selections be based on more of the same? Or, will the selections actually be made on proven experience and qualifications?
The function is already demoralized due to the cuts and change in delivery model. The last round of selections was a punch to the gut! Everyone knows which candidates don't pass the bulletin board test. People have worked their asses off for years and then get bypassed for obvious reasons. Everyone in the next few rounds is wondering if they have a shot at getting a job based on their qualifictions and abilities. Even strong performers are now questioning what their future looks like in the HR function. Will future promotions and development assignments be handed out the same way?
I think we just hit a new low in morale, can't wait to see how this gets addressed when someone is brave enough to bring this topic up...