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Leaders and managers act proactively

They set out clear expectations and offer appropriate support. They take account of their team members’ strengths and weaknesses when assigning tasks. They delegate work in a way that is targeted and focused on professional development, and they set new challenges. They support continuing education and professional development for their team and reach out for advice in this area.

Basic principles/applications*   
Performance Appraisal
Continuing Education Events and Training Courses from the HR Department
HR Department (with UZH Login)

Support and continuing education*
Grundlagen der Mitarbeitendenbeurteilung (MAB) (in German) UZH Leadership Development Program (in German)
Führen an der UZH (in German)
Laterale Führung an der UZH (in German)
Leadership Program for Professors 
CAS Leadership und Governance an Hochschulen (in German)
 

Leaders and managers communicate clearly, positively and effectively

They communicate and provide information that is as transparent and timely as possible on tasks, responsibilities, feedback and planned changes. They regularly check to ensure it has been understood. They encourage exchange and dialogue within and between teams and departments and networking across all communication media. They carve out the necessary time for communication and exchange.

Basic principles/applications*   
GTC UZH Data Protection
Information Security
Central IT

 Support and continuing education*
Communication Training
UZH Leadership Development Program (in German)   
Leadership Program for Professors 
 

Leaders and managers foster a feedback culture

They create space for open mutual feedback. They assess the performance and conduct of their staff and recognize good results. They give constructive criticism and highlight potential need for improvements. They actively seek feedback on their own leadership and management skills.

Basic principles/applications*
Performance Appraisal

Support and continuing education*
Grundlagen der Mitarbeitendenbeurteilung (MAB) (in German) UZH Leadership Development Program (in German)  
Leadership Program for Professors 

Leaders and managers focus on solutions

They deal with conflicts and actively address them. They highlight potential solutions, set boundaries and show conviction. They encourage their team members to resolve conflicts themselves. In conflicts that are difficult to resolve or in which they are personally involved, they seek support and advice.

Basic principles/applications*
Conflict! What to do?

Support and continuing education*
Umgang mit Konflikten im Arbeitsalltag an der UZH (in German)
UZH Leadership Circle 
Peer Coaching for Professors
Coaching for managers, leaders and staff

Leaders and managers take a participatory approach

They create opportunities for independent and autonomous working. They rely on mutual trust and carry out checks in a proportionate and transparent manner. They facilitate a culture that embraces and learns from mistakes. They consciously shape collaboration within the team.

Basic principles/applications*
Strategic Principles 
UZH Legal Documents
 

Support and continuing education*
UZH Leadership Development Program (in German)
Führen an der UZH (in German) 
Team Development 
Leadership Program for Professors 

Leaders and managers promote gender equality, equal opportunities and inclusion

They take into account the different circumstances and backgrounds of their team members and the resulting requirements for balancing family, private life and work

Basic principles/applications*
Social Responsibility 
Gender Equality and Diversity  
Diversity Policy  Kommission Studium und Behinderung (in German)

Support and continuing education*
Führung von heterogenen Teams (in German) 
UZH Leadership Development Program (in German)  
Mission Statements 
Leadership Program for Professors 

* not exhaustive

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Worksheet Leadership and Management Principles

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