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THE PHILOSOPHY OF EMPLOYMENT AT IDRC

The mandate of IDRC is described in the IDRC  Act :  “... to initiate, encourage, support, and conduct research into the problems of the developing regions of the world and into the means for applying and adapting scientific, technical, and other knowledge to the economic and social advancement of those region."   In pursuing its mandate, the Act empowers those charged with the management of the Centre 

• to enlist the talents of natural and social scientists and technologists in Canada and other countries;
• to assist the developing regions to build up the research capabilities, the innovative skills, and the institutions required to solve their problems;
• to encourage generally the coordination of international development research; and
• to foster cooperation in research on development problems between the developed and developing regions for their mutual benefit.

A strong commitment to working together with people in developing countries to optimize the creation, adaptation,and ownership of the knowledge that the people of developing countries judge to be of greatest relevance to their own prosperity, security, and equity is the main mission of IDRC.

IDRC is dedicated to fostering a work environment that encourages creativity and innovation, rewards competence and team work, and is managed in a fair and equitable manner. IDRC's success depends on highly effective and imaginative staff working well together. We believe this is best accomplished when managers and employees meet our joint commitment to 

• embrace and uphold the principles of fairness and equity;
• protect the fundamental health and safety of employees in the workplace and while they are travelling;
• support and promote the use of Canada’s two official languages;
• ensure consistency and openness in the treatment of employees through the development and application of sound policies and practices;
• provide a total compensation plan (i.e. salary and benefits) that is fair, as well as training and professional development opportunities that enrich the Centre's work and that promote individual levels of competence;
• create an environment where employees can attain and maintain a balance between their work and personal lives; 
• recognize and reward excellence in the achievement of work objectives, taking initiative, dealing with others, and contributing in a responsive and positive way to the work and environment of the Centre;
• promote and support working relationships and teamwork between and among employees based on mutual trust, respect, and goodwill;
• promote and maintain open and honest communication; and 
• make IDRC a place where the views of employees are encouraged, welcomed, and respected.

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