Cambodia Focuses on Domestic Job Creation, Offering Over 3,800 Jobs and Vocational Training

The Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training, prioritizing the improvement of citizens' livelihoods, held a large-scale job forum in Kampong Siem district, Kampong Cham province. Under the theme "Khmer Help Find Jobs and Provide Jobs for Khmer," information on over 3,800 job opportunities, social security (B.o.S.S.) benefits, and vocational training (TVET) programs was disseminated to approximately 500 residents. Katta On, Secretary of State, representing H.E. Heng Sour, Minister of Labour and Vocational Training, stated that there are currently over 90,000 job opportunities nationwide. This forum introduced more than 3,800 job openings in enterprises, companies, and factories, allowing participants to undergo direct interviews and secure immediate employment. This initiative is a significant effort by the government and the ministry to increase income and improve the living standards of citizens, especially former migrant workers. Secretary of State On emphasized that domestic employment directly contributes to the national economy and family well-being. In addition to wages and other benefits, workers are eligible for social security benefits, including work-related risks, healthcare, and pensions, similar to civil servants. Pregnant women receive prenatal care, health support, and allowances until their children reach two years of age. Conversely, working in Thailand presents risks such as safety hazards, labor exploitation, lack of health protection, violence, discrimination, and separation from family. Furthermore, for workers with practical experience in construction but lacking formal certification, Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) tests are being implemented to enable them to obtain official skills certificates. Additionally, former migrant workers and youth can enroll in free technical training courses at the Kampong Cham Provincial Polytechnic Institute or through mobile training units. These courses cover fields such as construction, machinery repair, electricity, air conditioning, baking, coffee making, and salon services, offered through the "1.5 Million TVET Program" with flexible study schedules. Upon completion, individuals can also start their own businesses, aligning with the government's policy of "at least one life skill per citizen." During the event, participants were encouraged to further disseminate information about job opportunities, B.o.S.S. benefits, and TVET programs to their families and friends. For additional information, inquiries can be made via Hotline 1297 for job opportunities and vocational training, and 1286 for B.o.S.S. matters. The forum saw direct participation from major enterprises, including Shan Feng (Cambodia) Company Limited, CNI Labor Bake (Cambodia) Factory, JY Sing Ao Jiao (Cambodia) Co., Ltd., Takao Agro Company, and the Cambodia Garment Training Institute (CGTI). Moreover, licensed recruitment agencies for overseas deployment, such as Excel Asia Human Resources and Minami (Cambodia) International Service Co., Ltd., were present, offering opportunities for employment abroad, including in Japan. Source: Kampuchea Thmey Local