1. Being an Employer of Choice.

2. An Employer with whom you would choose (attraction) to work….. and want to stay (retention).

3. What is ENGAGEMENT? Belief…in the organisation Desire…to work and make things better Understanding…of the business Respect…for each other Willingness…to go the Xtra mile Keeping up to date. Source: IES Report 408, April 2004; CIPD November 2009

4. Measuring Engagement A positive attitude, and pride in, the organisation Belief in the organisations products/services A perception that the organisation enables the employee to perform well A willingness to behave altruistically and be a good team player An understanding of the bigger picture and a willingness to go beyond the requirements of the job Source: IES Report 408, April 2004; CIPD November 2009

5. What drives ENGAGEMENT? Involvement in decision making The extent to which employees feel willing, and able, to voice their ideas, managers listen and value contributions The opportunities available to develop the job and within role The extent to which the organisation is concerned for employees health and well-being Source: IES Report 408, April 2004; CIPD November 2009

6. Immediate management Performance and appraisal Communication Equal opportunities and fair treatment Pay and benefits Health and safety Co-operation Family friendliness Job satisfaction Level of Importance Feeling VALUED and INVOLVED What Drives Engagement? Training, development and career Source: IES Report 408, April 2004; CIPD November 2009