Statistical & Technical
Gender-Neutral Job Classification
Systems for classifying jobs based on objective criteria, free from gender bias, to ensure fair remuneration.
Definition
Gender-neutral job classification refers to the process of evaluating and categorizing jobs based solely on objective criteria such as required skills, effort, responsibility, and working conditions, rather than on the gender typically associated with the role. The Belgian Gender Pay Gap Law explicitly mandates that collective bargaining agreements at the sectoral level must incorporate gender-neutral job classification systems. This measure is crucial for preventing the undervaluation of jobs predominantly held by women and ensuring that remuneration is based on the intrinsic value of the work.