Leadership is increasingly recognised as a key factor in institutional performance, with recognition and rewards serving as an essential mechanism to support and strengthen successful university operations. Within the YUFE cooperation, we are working together to discuss and further develop recognition and reward systems for both academic and professional service staff. To share insights and foster discussion, we are launching a series of four webinars dedicated to this important topic.
Open, Transparent and Merit-based Recruitment – from Policy to Practice
📅 24 October, 9:00–10:30 CET
- Understand the principles of Open, Transparent and Merit-based Recruitment (OTM-R) and their role in strengthening fair hiring practices in universities.
- Gain insights into institutional experiences and case examples of how OTM-R policies are implemented in practice across different contexts.
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Recognizing and Rewarding Societal Engagement and Impact
📅 21 November, 10:00–11:30 CET
- Understand the importance of societal engagement and impact as a dimension of academic work and university missions.
- Explore examples of institutional practices for recognizing and rewarding contributions that extend beyond traditional academic outputs.
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Universities’ Career Models for Recognition and Rewards
📅 12 December, 9:00–11:00 CET
- Reflect on opportunities and challenges for implementing diverse career models that acknowledge the varied contributions of university staff.
- Gain insights into institutional initiatives such as tenure track systems, faculty-specific policies, and tailored support mechanisms.
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Work Well-Being in Academia
📅 23 January 2026, 10:00–12:00 CET
- Identify common challenges to well-being in academia and strategies to address them effectively.
- Explore institutional approaches and initiatives that promote healthy, supportive, and sustainable working environments.
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These webinars are open to everyone, both from within the YUFE community and beyond. They are especially relevant for university staff working in human resources, leadership, or quality and evaluation roles, as well as anyone interested in innovative approaches to academic and professional development.
The experienced speakers, drawn primarily from YUFE institutions, will share their expertise by highlighting best practices and effective approaches from their own universities.
