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14 June women’s strike: events and impact on public services | Grève des femmes le 14 juin : événements et impact sur les services publics
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- Published on Thursday, 13 June 2019 08:45
As you may be aware, 14 June will see women across Switzerland going on strike. Key concerns relate to the gender pay gap and harassment in the workplace. More information about this important event can be found here: https://www.14juin.ch
In the UN area, the day will start with a gathering at 11 a.m. at the Place des Nations, followed by a picnic at noon in the park in front of ITU. This will be followed by a march to Plainpalais to join the rally (click here for more information).
The City of Geneva will be giving its female staff a day off to participate. As 90 percent of crèche staff are female, most of Geneva’s crèches will be closing for the day, which may impact UN staff. Other public services may also be affected, recognizing the essential but under-recognized role that many women play in our economy.
In this context, we have consulted the Administration and received the following guidance: “Depending on the staff member’s circumstances, teleworking arrangements may be implemented for that day by agreement with the manager where such arrangements are consistent with the nature of the work and the exigencies of service and where productivity and quality of output of work would not be affected. As an alternative, if no childcare arrangements can be made, staff members also have the option to take uncertified sick leave to attend to such a family-related emergency as provided by Staff Rule 6.2.”
Survey on a new policy on mandatory geographic mobility | Sondage sur la nouvelle politique de mobilité géographique obligatoire
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- Published on Thursday, 13 June 2019 08:35
You will recall that we intervened with the Secretary-General to pause the Polnet mobility exercise following many complaints from you regarding its efficiency, cost and desirability.
The Secretary-General has now requested staff unions and management, as members of the Staff-Management Committee, to propose a new mobility and staff selection policy. On the table is a proposal for all P and D staff to be required to change duty station (move geographically) and possibly department on a regular basis.
Recalling your concerns in the past, we would like to know your thoughts through this very short, anonymous survey. The deadline to complete the survey is Tuesday 18 June.
Thank you for your time.
5th meeting of the 37th Council
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- Published on Wednesday, 12 June 2019 12:07
The 37th Council will hold its 5th meeting on Monday 17 June 2019, at 1.15 p.m. in Room C.529.
Relevant documents can be found here:
More places available in the Summer camp specially tailored for your children | Encore des places disponibles pour les camps d’été spécialement conçus pour vos enfants
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- Published on Wednesday, 12 June 2019 12:05
Many of you have enrolled your children in the tailored Summer camp specially created for UNOG staff. We hope that they enjoy participating!
More places are still available for the weeks of 8-12 July or 5-9 August. If you are interested, please register by 14 June by clicking on this link.
You may find more information about the camp below.
We wish you and your children a great Summer.
Staff Council Garden Party on Friday 28 June | Fête d’été du Conseil de coordination du personnel, le vendredi 28 juin
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- Published on Thursday, 06 June 2019 10:02
Save the date! This year’s Staff Council garden party takes place on Friday 28 June from 11.30 am to 3 pm.
As in previous years this is an opportunity to hang out with colleagues before the holidays in the beautiful Palais des Nations park, and for staff to unite in all their diversity, solidarity and unity.
There will be a traditional beer tent, also serving rosé and prosecco, as well as paella (seafood and vegetarian options), Swiss sausages and, like any proper garden party, strawberries with cream. Alternatively bring your own food and drink, or food from the cafeteria. A hat and sunscreen is also advised.
Entertainment will be courtesy of Kudos, featuring a DJ, saxophonist and singer.
And for those who want to keep dancing, the UN beach will host a Latin night with 10-piece band as of 7pm.
See you soon!
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