Job Design

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  Steps for Job Design Assessment: The first step is to assess current work practices. Consider:

Feasibility: Discuss the process with supervisors involved and be clear about the process and any process changes or training that will be involved.

Analysis: Conduct a task analysis by examining the job and determining exactly what the tasks are, identifying potential problem areas.

Design: Identify the methods for doing the work, work schedules, interactions, training requirements, and equipment needed.

Necessity: resources are expensive and time has to be spent, determine if change is necessary.

Strategy: Discuss the requirements of the job with staff directly or indirectly affected by the job, asking for their views and explaining the purpose of the job and how it will impact on them.

Availability of skills and experience: A job requiring different skills and knowledge may demand an unusual combination of skills in one person.Organizational issues: The current organizational structure must provide adequate support and enable it to be effective. This includes sufficient authority, resources and management support to be able to achieve its purpose. Ensure there will be no job overlap or conflict with others. Be clear about the specific role of the new job and how it fits into the organization.Resources: Allow for adequate time to do the job. The incumbent must be able to reasonably manage the workload during normal working hours, taking into account the impact of any special requirements. Job satisfaction and motivation are important factors influencing how long employees stay in the job. Give staff as much control and authority as possible over how they carry out the job; ensure there is sufficient variety in the job to maintain their interest; and providing development and learning opportunities.Re-assess: Re-evaluate the job design on a regular basis, making necessary measures an adjustments.