The Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Labour (MCIL) with the technical support by the Bitsolution
Company and funded by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) coordinated a Validation
Workshop on Job-Seekers Services (JSS) on Friday, 22 July 2022 to ensure the newly formulated JSS
is fully utilized by the users, jobseekers and stakeholders.
The event is one of the many initiatives by the Government through MCIL and the continuous
partnership with the private sector and the business community. The workshop was to gauge the views
and feedback from private employers, users and stakeholders that will be utilizing this crucial service.
The JSS will also enhance knowledge and promote awareness of employers and jobseekers, to ensure
the effective utilization of the system. This will increase employability of our locals and the same time
generates employment opportunities both local and overseas markets.
In addition, the aim of this workshop was to familiarize stakeholders, users and jobseekers in using
the new platform to advertise vacancies within their workplaces, and be able to engage with jobseekers
online (direct application). This will allow MCIL to record accurate information and statistics of
employment service
The Ministry has facilitated an online Employment Service for some years now as part of its core
functions. This experience has illustrated the importance of upgrading and improving the
jobseeker’s system. Up to date digital platforms will enhance effectiveness in carrying out some
of our services digitally given the challenges posed by COVID19.