Job design is :: the number, kind, and variety of tasks that a worker is expected to carry out in the course of performing their job.

General or specific tasks

The specific tasks in job design are represented through a scientific management approach. This approach is based on specialisation and efficiency using low-skilled, cheap labour to increase production volumes and reduce costs.

the common elements of a well-designed job are:
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  • Challenge
  • Flexibility
  • Opportunity for achievement
  • Variety of tasks
  • Discretion and autonomy