They may only be a small piece in a much larger HR jigsaw but having an effective Job Description (JD) in place is of the key elements of productive working.  By effective we mean that it is not simply a piece of paper that exists to tick a box, it is something that helps the employee understand their role within the organisation and the responsibilities that go with it.

Good JD’s state the role and responsibilities at a level which allows the employee to fully understand the requirements.  However, they do not detail each task to the lowest possible level as this tends to be taken as specific instructions by the employee in terms of having to do a job a certain way.  Such an approach tends to reinforce a culture whereby employees simply follow the same routine as always which can be frustrating to some, in turn stifling innovation and any potential productivity increases.

Creating a good JD which defines the role and responsibilities whilst allowing for innovation will play a part in assisting the development of a culture where employees look for improvements as part of their role.

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