What HR needs to know about Pinterest’s US$20M settlement
The large, public settlement could be a bellwether for how other companies address diversity, writes HRE’s Jen Colletta.
Australia: NSW state ends WFH, but most staff still staying away from office
Many workers in New South Wales are opting to continue working from home.
Two Cents: The emergence of the hybrid workforce
Whether organisations decide to return to the workplace or continue remote work in 2021, employees will be the key to success.
Laid-off workers insured under Socso re-employed in Malaysia
Out of 100,000 employees insured under Socso who have been laid off, about 31% or 30,977 have found new jobs.
Employers in Singapore upskill foreign workers amid labour shortage
Employers may need to upskill or re-skill their foreign workers, especially in sectors where local staff are hard to employ.
Biased evaluation of staff performance can be useful
A research paper posits that workers who are very talented will lose motivation if they are evaluated fairly, because they can outperform with lower effort.
Malaysia maintains WFH order in Putrajaya
Those in the management and supervisory posts in conditional movement control order (MCO) areas have been told to continue working from home.
Hong Kong’s 14-week maternity leave takes effect December 11
The maternity leave pay is to be calculated at four-fifths the daily average of the wages earned by the employee.
South Korea’s gig workers to receive greater employment protection
Amendments to various employment acts were made after the country’s delivery workers died due to overwork.
Australia: Employers can offer part-timers extra working hours, but not on overtime basis
The change in policy aims to create more flexibility for employers and more hours for employees.
Delhi sets new guidelines for government employees
After allowing half of its staff to work from home last week, the Delhi government is now asking them not to leave the city without permission.
Australian government rolls out new measures to strengthen casual worker rights
The country employs 2.6 million casual workers, with 1.35 million of them working regular shifts.
Female managers still under-represented in South Korea
Women formed only 20.9% of managers in 2,486 organisations in the country, according to the Ministry of Employment and Labour.
Why reskilling and upskilling will be critical to organisational success
Cornerstone OnDemand’s new research highlights the importance of organisations improving the skills of their people in order to face future challenges.
South Korean female workers in non-regular jobs hit record high of 4.09 million
Non-regular jobs include temporary jobs, contract jobs, and other roles with low job security.
Hong Kong govt staff to WFH for the third time this year
Chief executive Carrie Lam has announced sweeping measures to stop the spread of COVID-19, ordering all government employees to work from home (WFH).
Building workforce capabilities and resilience for the future
Over 100 CHROs attended CHRO Online Singapore, which shared insights on how organisations can identify workforce capabilities and fostering workplace resilience.
Singapore civil servants will not get year-end bonus, some in private sector following suit
The Public Service Division (PSD) has announced that civil servants will not get any year-end bonus.
Understanding current and future capability needs in your business
Emma O’Dell, Director of Client Capability, BPP, shares some insights on how organisations can identify capability needs.
Malaysia’s dedicated jobs programme has helped 120,000 jobseekers
Over 500,000 vacancies have been posted on the national jobs platform, with more than 400,000 job seekers visiting the site every day.
More frameworks and certification programmes to strengthen HR profession in Singapore
Select HR candidates can take an accelerated path, depending on which qualification track they are on.
Identifiying workforce capabilities and fostering workplace resilience
At CHRO Online Singapore, speakers from BPP, Achievers and ADP will examine the challenges and opportunities facing organisations in 2021.
Why hiring in 2021 must see new strategies
Chung Jaan Hao, COO of Pulsifi, explains and highlights what organisations need to take into consideration when planning their hiring for 2021.
Cambodia seeks HR training from Singapore
Cambodia has asked Singapore for more support in the technical and vocational education and training (TVET) sector.
CHRO Online Malaysia: Redefining leadership in a transformed workplace
Over 120 CHROs attended CHRO Online Malaysia, which highlighted the key priorities facing HR and business leaders in 2021.
Singapore prioritises employees’ physical and mental well-being
The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) will work with employers and building owners to better manage infectious diseases in the workplace.
CHRO Online Malaysia examines leadership priorities in 2021
Thought leaders like Jason Averbook and Josh Bersin will join speakers from ADP and Microsoft in discussing some of the key challenges facing leaders .
Hong Kong Express pilots get pay cuts, ground staff go on unpaid leave
HK Express has requested all 200 of its pilots to sign new contracts with further cuts in salaries and allowances of up to 40%.
Maritime sector needs a “more adaptable workforce”: UNCTAD
Reskilling and retraining workers will be key as the workforce continues to be reshaped in the face of transformation.
Singapore’s world talent ranking rises one level
Singapore has been ranked ninth in 2020’s list of the most competitive countries for talent globally, by the IMD World Competitiveness Centre.