In recent labour market history, one of the most striking features has been the increase in part-time employment. In Switzerland, one person out of three works part-time. 57% of women work part-time compared to only 13% of men. This disparity between women and men is one of the highest worldwide. At the same time, differences in the level of education between genders are disappearing. Given the magnitude of this phenomenon, new questions and challenges need to be addressed. By presenting several econometrical models and taking into account historical and social gender focused behaviors, the author analyzes the impact of part-time employment on earning disparities, labour market segmentation and the probability of being promoted to a higher level of responsibility. While introducing ways to improve the situation for part-timers, the author examines innovative models of work organization such as job-sharing, top-sharing, functional flexibility and project team rotations. Beyond demonstrating the need for changes within public and private companies, the book also reveals concrete instruments on policy which could facilitate the implementation of such innovative models.

Part-Time Employment in Switzerland - Relevance, Impact and Challenges

Ces contributions abordent les diverses facettes du partage d'emploi. Mettant l'accent sur les conditions de réussite de cette forme particulière de travail et d'emploi, le livre propose des réflexions liées aux changements de paradigmes au sein des entreprises, dans la mouvance de l'économie collaborative. En examinant les conditions nécessaires à la réalisation d'un Job Sharing efficace, l'ouvrage permet de mettre en lumière la compréhension de celui-ci pour qu'il devienne un vrai modèle de succès pour les employés, les entreprises et la société en générale (Articles en Français, Anglais, Allemand).

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