ETHRWorld South-East Asia

#Industry | Indonesia and Japan have launched a three-year partnership to train Indonesian workers for jobs in Japan’s fishery sector, addressing Japan’s labour shortage. With Indonesians already making up the largest share of foreign fishery workers in Japan, the program will provide technical and language training before workers gain hands-on experience abroad. #LabourShortage #JobOpportunity #MigrantWorkers #OverseasEmployee

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#Industry | Indonesia’s labour market sees strong growth with over 341,000 job openings across domestic and international sectors, says Manpower Minister Yassierli. Top vacancies span sales, manufacturing, and hospitality, while Taiwan and Malaysia lead overseas hiring. Job seekers can access opportunities via government portals and job fairs. #LabourMarket #JobOpenings #Vacancies #JobSeekers #JobFairs

#LearningandDevelopment | The rapid integration of AI, automation, and hybrid work models has redefined workplace structures in just a few years. This shift demands continuous adaptation from both organisations and employees. While these changes drive growth and innovation, they also challenge employees to develop new skills and adjust to evolving roles. So, how can HR leaders and employees navigate these structural shifts in 2025 and beyond? Read this story by Rajika Manbansh #StructuralChanges #ChangeManagement #HRleaders #StructuralShifts #Adaption #WorkplaceStructure

#Industry | Thailand’s labour ministry is expanding employment for persons with disabilities through hiring mandates and tax incentives. Between 2023 and 2024, nearly 40,000 persons with disabilities secured jobs. In 2025, 21 companies will recruit 2,700 workers, adding over 2.3 billion THB in earnings. Employers benefit from double or triple tax deductions, while jobseekers can apply via government platforms. #LabourMinistry #Employment #DisabledWorkforce #JobSecurity #Recruitment #JobSeekers

#LearningandDevelopment | “My HR journey began with a deep curiosity about people, what drives them, what challenges them, and how workplaces can bring out the best in them. Over the years, I’ve found purpose in shaping cultures where people feel valued, heard, and empowered to grow. Seeing the real impact of HR on both businesses and individuals keeps me inspired every day.” shares Loo Leap Han, Ph.D., Head of People at Infinity Group, reflecting on how his approach to change initiatives has evolved from a directive to a data-driven approach. Read this article by Rajika Manbansh #HRjourney #Workplace #PeopleCulture #HRBusiness #ChangeInitiatives #PerformanceEvaluation

#HRtech | The CHRO role has grown more complex and demanding than ever, with some even arguing it’s now the hardest job in the C-suite. If CHROs don’t free up capacity (and ring-fence budget) to invest in themselves, their value to the business will saturate if not diminish over time. So, what can HR leaders and their teams do to cut through the noise of disruption? Explore this article to find 6 imperatives HR professionals should consider to future-proof their value. Read this story by Ingo Laubender #CHRO #CsuiteLeaders #Imperatives #HRLeaders #FutureProof

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#Industry | "The world has become increasingly more challenging and business is about winning the market, the customers and talents. I think HR has a special role to balance between achieving high business aspirations and at the same time showing care to the employees,” shares Handi Kurniawan, Group SVP of Human Capital Strategy & Talent Management at Bank Mandiri, Indonesia, demonstrating his purpose-driven executions for a future-ready workforce. Read this article by Rajika Manbansh #HRicon #HRrole #HRleadership #FutureofWork #FutureReadyWorkforce #PurposeDrivenExecution #EmployeeCare

Indonesia at the Forefront of the Future of Work! As Southeast Asia embraces rapid transformation, HR stands at the heart of business evolution—driving innovation, agility, and leadership. With a workforce of over 135 million and a strong commitment to digital transformation, Indonesia is shaping the future of work. Join us at The Economic Times Future Forward Southeast Asia Series 2025: Indonesia Chapter, where industry leaders will explore HR’s role as a catalyst for business transformation Register now: https://bit.ly/41EbD4K #ETFutureForwardSEA #ETFutureForward #FutureOfWork #BusinessTransformation #HRInnovation #Networking #Leadership #HRTransformation #HRTech