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Telcos must overcome unconscious bias to improve workforce diversity

2018-11-28 01:00:00| Total Telecom industry news

Improving gender diversity in senior management positions is a topic that should be at the top of boardroom agendas across the telecoms sector. While some telcos have taken admirable strides towards improving levels of diversity, a recent report highlighted the difficult situation that the industry still finds itself in. Of the top 100 executives cited in the industry, only three were women. Against this backdrop, we met with Michel to find out how the industry can begin to redress the balance. "I think that it's pretty evident that there is a long way to go," said Michel. "It is still such an enigma – Why, in 2018, are we not seeing a much more diverse representation of people at board level?" Michel believes that telcos must broaden their demographic makeup to improve productivity and improve morale, particularly when it comes to board and C…read more on TotalTele.com »

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Internship Employee Engagement Diversity Inclusion

2018-11-23 14:30:17| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Where others see barriers, we see opportunities. Do you enjoy supporting customers realizing breakthrough value? Do you stay attuned to your customers needs and visions? Do you like to work openly and supportively together with your colleagues and customers? Our work involves many different minds and skills, it cant be done alone. Its a great time being SES. SES is the worldleading satellite operator providing endtoend communication solutions. SES leads across new technologies in video, enterprise, mobility and government We are a team of people coming from all across the globe who work together to make a real difference in the world. We help to bridge the digital divide by connecting millions of people on the African continent. We make it possible for people to stay connected while flying 10km up on a commercial airplane. We provide extensive satellite coverage of all of the worlds seas and ocean regions via our dedicated mobility beams We distribute 7,400 channels to more than 1 billion people in 317 million homes. We work together with our partners to develop new standards that transform how people consume and enjoy entertainment. Internship Employee Engagement Diversity Inclusion Luxembourg Betzdorf Context 6months internship, starting in January 2019. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of the companys Employee Engagement Team in a fastpaced, global organisation within an innovative and unique industry. Based in Luxembourg, your assignment will be to build the companys DI framework and roadmap together with the Employee Engagement team and the Gender Diversity Council and to support general internal communications activities aimed at ensuring an effective and engaging information flow to our global workforce via appropriate communications channels. Your responsibilities Support the organsiation to develop a focus on DI Contribute to the creation of a DI framework and roadmap Prioritise key aspects of DI to start with Develop action plans with all stakeholders and followup on execution Create awareness and sensitivity on DI aspects within the organisation Support Internal Communications in their daily operational work Draft communication powerpoint, articles, memos for project teams as well as for the companys intranet, on DI and other business topics with a link to DI Help with the organisation of allhands meetings and other staff events Perform research work on DI and other topics Your profile Being an advanced and current student in a related field Excellent communication skills, including drafting of communication and structuring of business presentations Fluency in English with strong writing skills other language skills considered an asset Demonstrated skills in creating engaging content Selfstarter, proactive working attitude, ability to work independently as well as in team Ability to set priorities and work under tight deadlines to serve our internal customers Computer literate MS suite, web tools, photovideo editing Positive and friendly attitude EU25 nationality or work permit for Luxembourg We offer you A dynamic and diverse workplace. For SES, diversity is more than a question of gender or race we welcome different minds and different skills. An exciting work experience in a fastmoving and fascinating industry The internship is remunerated. SES provides excellent sport facilities and a canteen on site. SES is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apply HERE

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