Compressed working schedules

1	Steps Request for a compressed working schedule	Responsible Party Staff member	Template/Guideline Annex 4 – Compressed Work Schedule Template Download	Explanatory Notes Compressed working schedule requests should be submitted in writing to the staff member’s immediate supervisor and head of office.
2	Steps Review of request for a compressed working schedule	Responsible Party , Head of Office	Template/Guideline	Explanatory Notes The immediate supervisor and head of office review each request on a case-by-case basis, with particular concern for ensuring adequate staff coverage.
3	Steps Discussion within unit/team	Responsible Party	Template/Guideline	Explanatory Notes The unit/team meets to discuss set goals, work objectives and distribution of work.
4	Steps Approval	Responsible Party Head of Office	Template/Guideline	Explanatory Notes The head of office decides on requests for a compressed working schedule.
5	Steps Communication of decision to staff member and unit/team	Responsible Party	Template/Guideline	Explanatory Notes The staff member on a compressed working schedule must be made aware that, due to the exigencies of service, he/she may be requested to resume normal working hours; Inform HR administrator.