The Impact of Perceptions on Performance Appraisal: a Case of Education Sector Employees in Zimbabwe

The study sought to assess the perceptions on performance appraisal by employees in the secondary education sector and the extent to which these perceptions have affected performance by secondary education teachers in Zaka District, Masvingo and whether the Public Service Commission has responded to the appraisal process in line with its blue print. The conclusion drawn from the study is that while appraisees and supervisors agree on work plan formulation; reviews/interviews, ratings and the identification of training needs are not done satisfactorily. Both appraisees and supervisors admit that promotions, demotions/discharges or advancements taken on the basis of the appraisal process are very slow to come forth, meaning a weak reaction by the Public Service Commission to appraisals.