Student attended job forum the Royal University of Law and Economics (RULE) on March 6. Labour Ministry
A senior labour official said job fairs and labour market preparation workshops are key parts of the government’s efforts to bring job opportunities closer to youths and other job seekers.
Ouch Cheachanmonika, acting director of the Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training’s National Employment Agency (NEA), addressed one such forum and workshop, held at the Royal University of Law and Economics (RULE) on March 6.
“This event is part of the government's public employment service mechanisms, and aims to provide information about the labour market, as well as offer job opportunities, to increase the chances of job seekers finding employment more quickly,” she said.
Through the forum, titled “Preparations to enter the labour market”, 22 businesses offered 2,525 job opportunities. The event was organised by the NEA and RULE, in cooperation with the Union of Youth Federations of Cambodia (UYFC).
She explained that the NEA regularly organises forums, job fairs and interview opportunities in order to create convenient meeting places for job seekers and employers who are seeking staff.
“It gives potential employees a chance to discuss possible positions, and learn more about the needs of the job market,” she said.
“Educational institutions cooperate closely with the NEA, and many large companies believe in the NEA's services and provide their support by participating in these events,” she added.
Nie Sophorn, vice-rector of RULE, said at the opening ceremony of the March 6 forum that improving one’s readiness to enter the job market is an excellent strategy for all students, whether they are still studying or preparing to graduate and seek employment.
Minister of Labour and Vocational Training Heng Sour addressed an earlier February 20 forum and workshop, organised by the NEA, the UYFC and ACLEDA Bank.
He recommended that in the digital age, students take the time to learn about the needs of the job market, so they will select a course of study which will bring them personal success, as well as for their families and wider society.
