McDonald’s Philippines to hire 500 PWDs, senior citizens in 2023
McDonald’s Philippines is committed to hiring 500 persons with disabilities (PWDs) and senior citizens in 2023 as part of its ongoing diversity and inclusion initiatives. The program will be rolled out to key pilot cities across the country, including Pasig, Pasay, Antipolo, Caloocan, Makati, Quezon City, Marikina, and Mandaluyong. Qualified applicants will undergo a training […]
Indonesia’s NET TV reduced workforce to 30%
NET TV has announced a significant workforce reduction through employee layoffs. In a disclosure to the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX), the free-to-air broadcasting company is currently undergoing adjustments and evaluations, including human resource management. As a result, approximately 30% of the company’s total workforce was affected by the layoffs which started on September 11 to […]
PepsiCo expansion to boost Indonesia workforce
US food and beverage giant PepsiCo is set to generate a significant number of employment for Indonesians, as they have announced a substantial investment of $200 million to build a new snack factory in Indonesia. This move marks the company’s return to the country after a four-year absence. Encompassing an area of 60,000 square meters, […]
The First Word: Adapting to a borderless workforce in Singapore
Every company today is now competing in the global economy. Traditional work models have evolved in the aftermath of the pandemic, and employees and businesses alike have begun to embrace remote work as the future of work. What trends have arised as companies in Singapore and the wider Southeast Asia region navigate through the challenges […]
Five innovative strategies for talent acquisition in Southeast Asia
In the vibrant and diverse landscape of Southeast Asia, businesses were engaged in a relentless pursuit of talent. With a growing economy and increasing competition, companies knew that traditional methods of talent acquisition wouldn’t suffice. They needed fresh, innovative strategies to attract the best and brightest. Enter the “Talent Trailblazers,” a consortium of HR leaders […]
HR Ecosystem Awards: Candidate background screening category
In today’s competitive hiring landscape, it is more important than ever for organisations to have a strong candidate background screening program in place. By conducting a thorough background check, businesses can protect themselves from liability, hire the best candidates, and comply with regulations. The Candidate Background Screening category recognises the HR partners that have implemented […]
GlobalFoundries to create 1,000 jobs in Singapore with new expansion
GlobalFoundries, a semiconductor manufacturing company, announced plans to create 1,000 jobs at its new expansion fabrication plant in Singapore. The plant, which broke ground in 2021, will be operational this year, and will produce chips for a variety of applications, including 5G, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things. The expansion is part of GlobalFoundries’ […]
Hybrid setup can be a game-changer for working parents
A new study by IWG, the world’s largest operator of flexible and hybrid workspaces, has revealed that working parents in Singapore face significant challenges in arranging childcare during the school holidays. The study found that 62% of the respondents is having issues arranging childcare for the school holidays. As a result, many parents are forced […]
Malaysia launches National Training Index to measure workforce development
The Human Resources Development Corporation (HRDC) launched the National Training Index (NTI) today, a first-of-its-kind index to measure training and development in Southeast Asia. The NTI was developed by HRDC and will soon become the benchmark for industries and organizations to shape their learning and development programs. The index measures the capacity of employers in […]
Employers offer more benefits to attract and keep top talent
Employers in the Philippines are increasingly offering more competitive benefits packages in order to attract and retain top talent, according to a new survey by Willis Towers Watson (WTW). The survey, which polled 5,233 employers in the Philippines, found that 80% of respondents view competition for talent as the main factor in determining the benefits […]
