{"id":2940,"date":"2021-09-23T15:12:43","date_gmt":"2021-09-23T15:12:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/backtoworkconnect.ie\/?p=2940"},"modified":"2021-09-23T15:12:46","modified_gmt":"2021-09-23T15:12:46","slug":"introducing-the-returner-open-badge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/backtoworkconnect.ie\/careerhub\/introducing-the-returner-open-badge\/","title":{"rendered":"Introducing the Returner Open Badge"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/btwc.onodev.com\/careerhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Returner-Blog-Header-5-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2942 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>According to PwC\u2019s annual <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pwc.ie\/media-centre\/press-releases\/2021\/women-in-work-index-reveals-covid-reverses.html\"><strong>Women in Work\nreport<\/strong><\/a>,\nprogress for women in the workplace could be back at 2017 levels by the end of\n2021 as a result of the pandemic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To undo this damage caused by COVID-19 &#8211;\nprogress towards gender equality in the workplace must be accelerated. And we\nneed companies across Ireland to get on board, fast. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At <strong>Back to Work Connect,<\/strong> we are passionate about\nproviding the tools, resources and support for women looking to reenter the\nworkforce following a career break. And so, our latest campaign calls on Irish\norganisations to adopt a Returner-friendly approach, aided by our <strong>Returner Open\nbadge<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>But first, what <em>(who)<\/em>\nis a Returner? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately,\nthere is often a disconnect between women looking to resume employment\nfollowing a career break and the actual opportunities available to them. A\nfundamental reason for this can be linked to the many myths and misconceptions\nassociated with the term <strong>\u201cReturner\u201d<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These\nmisconceptions lead to the undermining of an experienced, talented and\nhard-working pool of well-deserving female candidates who are eager to return\nto the workplace following a career gap. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because\nof this career gap, female Returners can also face additional challenges such\nas gender pay gaps, unfair recruitment bias, assumptions, judgement and missed\nopportunities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Among\nthe most significant challenges is the misunderstanding of what Returners are\nlooking for when re-entering the workforce. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Misconceptions like:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Requiring special allowances<\/li><li>Demanding hand-holding or extra\nattention <\/li><li>Needing special training or additional\nresources<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In reality, returners are looking for: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Career development opportunities<\/li><li>Support<\/li><li>Job satisfaction<\/li><li>Flexibility<\/li><li>Identity<em> (outside of the Returner&#8221; label)<\/em><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-src=\"https:\/\/btwc.onodev.com\/careerhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Returner-Resume--1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2943 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/backtoworkconnect.ie\/careerhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Returner-Resume--1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/backtoworkconnect.ie\/careerhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Returner-Resume--300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/backtoworkconnect.ie\/careerhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Returner-Resume--150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/backtoworkconnect.ie\/careerhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Returner-Resume--768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/backtoworkconnect.ie\/careerhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Returner-Resume-.png 1200w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/1024;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Returner-Friendly Recruitment<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Highly experienced women who take career breaks for childcare or eldercare often face heavy recruitment bias due to a lack of <em>recent<\/em> experience.&nbsp;<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to Recruitment, &#8220;Diversity and Inclusion&#8221; can, in some cases, become a tick box exercise. We call on Irish organisations to ditch the tick box exercise and work on tangible actions towards a more gender, age, cultural &amp; ethnically diverse workforce.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>HR Managers, Team Managers &amp; Recruiters, can all play a crucial role in changing this by:&nbsp;<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Ensuring that their hiring process is <strong>returner-friendly<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li>Viewing <strong>experience &amp; skills <\/strong>holistically- considering the experience gained during the career break and the personal skills that may have been developed.\u00a0<\/li><li>Displaying our <strong>&#8220;Returner Open&#8221; <\/strong>badge to communicate to Returners that you are open to applications.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Understanding the Value of Returners<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that the most diverse companies are <strong>21%<\/strong> more likely to see above-average profitability?<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Forward-thinking employers are continuing to prioritise diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Part of this process includes recognising the<strong> value<\/strong> Returner talent can bring to an organisation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you hire a Returner, you are opening your organisation and teams up to some profound benefits. These benefits for both the organisation and the Returner are far-reaching, including;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Access to an experienced talent pool<\/li><li>Gender &amp; Age Diversity<\/li><li>Progress towards reducing internal Gender Pay Gap<\/li><li>Opportunity to tackle skills shortages<\/li><li>Highly motivated candidates\u00a0<\/li><li>Cost-Effective Recruitment<\/li><li>Opportunity to fill mid-to-senior level roles with experienced female talent<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>So, how can you attract this talent to your company?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>? Introducing the <strong>Returner Open Badge ?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-src=\"https:\/\/btwc.onodev.com\/careerhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Returner-Open-Badge-Post-8-1-1-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2944 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/backtoworkconnect.ie\/careerhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Returner-Open-Badge-Post-8-1-1-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/backtoworkconnect.ie\/careerhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Returner-Open-Badge-Post-8-1-1-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/backtoworkconnect.ie\/careerhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Returner-Open-Badge-Post-8-1-1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/backtoworkconnect.ie\/careerhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Returner-Open-Badge-Post-8-1-1-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/backtoworkconnect.ie\/careerhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Returner-Open-Badge-Post-8-1-1.png 1200w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/1024;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We\ncreated this badge for forward-thinking Irish organisations invested in\ncreating a diverse and inclusive workplace <strong>open\nto all. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Returner Open badge unlocks dynamic recruitment opportunities. Finding diverse and experienced talent is always challenging; Returners offer a pipeline of new talent. When you sign up for the Returner Open badge, you will be added to our directory, making it easier for Returners to identify Returner-friendly companies who understand the value they can bring to your organisation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The\nReturner Open badge is also an impactful asset in your marketing arsenal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Displayed\non your website, social media and hiring materials, you can send a powerful\nmessage to existing and potential employees that you are an inclusive employer,\nopen to promoting and encouraging gender &amp; age diversity in your workplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are\nyou in?&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Next Steps <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>If\nyou are a HR Manager, Team Manager, Recruiter<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If\nyou are ready to reap the benefits of a Returner-friendly workplace, please\nreach out to us at <a href=\"mailto:info@backtoworkconnect.ie\">info@backtoworkconnect.ie<\/a>\nfor more information on our Returner Open Badge and further supports. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>If\nyou are a Returner<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Register for a <a href=\"https:\/\/btwc.onodev.com\/careerhub\/newest-jobs\/user-register\/\">Back to Work Connect account<\/a> and unlock access to job opportunities with Returner-Friendly <a href=\"https:\/\/btwc.onodev.com\/careerhub\/job-search\/\">employers<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/btwc.onodev.com\/careerhub\/events-2\/\">webinars<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/btwc.onodev.com\/careerhub\/search-course\/courses\/\">courses<\/a> and additional support resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>If\nyou are an employee<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019d\nlove your support in getting the word out about our campaign. 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