Performance and Development Steps Appeals Clause Samples
The Performance and Development Steps Appeals clause establishes a formal process for employees to challenge or appeal decisions made regarding their performance evaluations or development plans. Typically, this clause outlines the steps an employee must follow to submit an appeal, such as providing written notice, adhering to specific timelines, and possibly engaging in meetings with supervisors or HR representatives. Its core function is to ensure fairness and transparency in performance management by giving employees a structured opportunity to contest decisions they believe are unjust or inaccurate.
Performance and Development Steps Appeals. (a) Initially officers should discuss any concerns about their performance appraisal with their Line Manager and/or next-level manager in an attempt to resolve the matter.
(b) Staff who have participated in the APA process and have been denied advancement to the next PADS within their CSOF Level may appeal to the Business Unit Leader for a reconsideration of that decision. There is no appeal against the following decisions:
(i) Denial of advancement by two or more performance and development steps;
(ii) Denial of performance and development steps resulting from disciplinary actions.
(c) Any appeal must be lodged within 10 working days of the officer being notified that they have not received a PADS.
(d) The appeal process shall observe the principles of natural justice and the officer will have the opportunity to provide information to the Business Unit Leader for consideration.
(e) The decision by the Business Unit Leader to either uphold the appeal and grant a PADS, or to refuse the appeal and confirm the original decision is final. The decision and the reason for the decision, will be confirmed to the officer in writing.
Performance and Development Steps Appeals. (a) Initially officers should discuss any concerns about their performance appraisal with their Line Manager and/or next-level manager in an attempt to resolve the matter.
(b) Staff who have participated in the APA process and have been denied advancement to the next PADS within their CSOF Level may appeal to the Senior Manager for a reconsideration of that decision. There is no appeal against the following decisions: