Gender diversity at a glance
Gender diversity at a glance:
what are the Agencies doing well…
&& Showing commitment to diversity from the top of the
organisation.
&& Setting out strategies and policies for diversity initiatives.
&& Women’s groups are established and acting as the connection
between staff and management. Their advice is sought and
welcomed by Agency Boards and Diversity Champions.
&& Maternity-related issues. There is guidance and clarity on
rules and regulations for those women taking maternity leave.
‘Keeping in Touch’ days are occurring regularly.
&& Use of women role models in recruitment.
… and where is there room for improvement?
'' Ensuring
women can return to operational postings
following maternity leave.
'' Recruitment of women to technical and specialised posts
remains a challenge. This is a broader issue and we have been
pleased with GCHQ educational outreach efforts.
'' There is a need to ensure a continual flow of women into
senior positions. Utilising ‘talent management’ will help
facilitate this.
'' More help is needed to raise women’s ambitions.
'' Training courses must be structured to cater for staff with
flexible working arrangements.
'' Greater consistency across management as to how they
approach and deal with diversity issues; ensuring all staff are
aware of management commitment to the issue.
'' Targeting recruitment at ‘middle-age’ mothers, women in
mid-career and non-graduates.
'' More help from HR; and particularly career management
for women.
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