How can you job share in a Corporate Social Responsibility role?

2 Define your roles and expectations

Once you have a partner, you need to clarify your roles and expectations with each other, your employer, and your stakeholders. How will you divide the tasks, hours, and benefits of your CSR role? How will you coordinate your schedules, handovers, and feedback? How will you communicate with each other, your manager, and your internal and external partners? How will you measure and report your performance and impact? You should document these details in a written agreement that outlines your job share arrangement and serves as a reference point for everyone involved.

3 Be flexible and adaptable

Job sharing in a CSR role requires flexibility and adaptability, as you may face changing priorities, challenges, and opportunities. You need to be willing to adjust your plans, share your responsibilities, and support your partner when needed. You also need to respect your partner's autonomy, input, and work style, and avoid micromanaging or undermining them. You should have regular check-ins with your partner to review your progress, address any issues, and celebrate your achievements.

4 Showcase your value

Job sharing in a CSR role can bring many benefits to you, your partner, and your organization. You can leverage your diverse skills, perspectives, and networks to deliver innovative and impactful solutions for your social and environmental goals. You can also demonstrate your commitment, productivity, and efficiency by delivering high-quality work within your reduced hours. You should highlight your value by documenting your results, sharing your successes, and seeking feedback from your manager and stakeholders.

5 Seek support and resources

Job sharing in a CSR role can also pose some challenges, such as potential isolation, confusion, or conflict. You may need to overcome some barriers or biases from your employer or colleagues who are not familiar with or supportive of your work arrangement. You may also need to access some resources or tools to facilitate your communication, collaboration, and coordination. You should seek support and resources from your partner, your manager, your human resources department, and your professional network. You can also join or create a community of job sharers who can share their experiences, tips, and best practices with you.

6 Here’s what else to consider

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