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Section : Your IFA policy should:
Domain : Human Resource Management
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This chunk outlines key components that should be included in an Individual Flexibility Arrangement (IFA) policy, emphasizing the importance of clarity in terms and conditions, the negotiation process, and the need for regular reviews and potential termination of IFAs. It is part of the best practice guide aimed at helping managers and employers effectively implement IFAs in the workplace.
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- explain what terms and conditions can be altered by an IFA
- detail the process for requesting and negotiating an IFA
- set expectations and considerations when negotiating an IFA (for example, the needs of the business, the employee's individual circumstances and the better off overall test)
- encourage managers and employees to consider a range of options to address individual circumstances
- complement other flexibility policies and help employees achieve genuine work-life balance
- include information about how and when IFAs will be reviewed
- detail how and when IFAs may be terminated. PRACTICAL TIP: A useful way to provide guidance for your managers and employees is to include a question and answer section at the end of your policy.
- What are the specific terms and conditions that can be altered by an Individual Flexibility Arrangement (IFA)?
- What is the process for requesting and negotiating an IFA?
- What factors should be considered when negotiating an IFA for both the business and the employee?
- How can managers and employees explore a range of options to address individual circumstances during IFA negotiations?
- In what ways do IFAs complement other flexibility policies to promote work-life balance?
- What information should be included regarding the review process of IFAs?
- Under what circumstances may an IFA be terminated, and what is the process for doing so?
- Why is it important to set expectations when negotiating an IFA?
- How can a question and answer section enhance the understanding of IFAs for managers and employees?
- What is the 'better off overall test' in the context of negotiating an IFA?