A closer look at the feasibility of sustainable employability

Many organisations invest in health assessments, training and vitality programmes. These activities can be valuable, but they do not automatically lead to lasting change. When the working environment remains unchanged, employees often revert to established patterns of behaviour. Sustainable employability is therefore not solely the responsibility of individual employees or HR, but a challenge for the entire organisation.

In her white paper, Rosanne Oudshoorn advocates a broader perspective on sustainable employability. Autonomy, competence and positive working relationships help employees remain motivated and engaged. Organisations can support this by creating opportunities for employees to apply their professional expertise, develop personally, learn and take responsibility for their own work. Leaders have an important role to play in this: not primarily by directing employees, but by creating the conditions that enable them to do their jobs well and realise their potential.

This white paper explores how organisations can approach sustainable employability through meaningful work, professional expertise and a working environment that supports employees in their ongoing development.