MONROVIA – The Ministry of Labour has mandated all business entities, concessionaires and members of the public that all new work permit applications must be accompanied by proof that the position(s) have been publicly advertised.
According to the Ministry, advertisements must be published in two local newspapers, aired on two local radio stations and posted on two Liberian websites, including the Ministry of Labour’s website for a minimum period of thirty (30) days.
Employers must also provide evidence demonstrating the non-availability of suitably qualified Liberian citizens for the position(s) being applied for.
A Ministry of Labour press release, quoting a communication signed by Labour Minister Cllr. Cooper W. Kruah Sr., stated that this mandate serves as a reminder to all business entities, concessionaires, and the general public of the Ministry’s established work permit processing requirements.
The communication noted that the directive is consistent with Chapter 45.1, Sub-section 45.1(c)(i) of the Decent Work Act of 2015 of the Republic of Liberia, as well as Section 6 of Revised Regulation No. 17 of 2019.
Minister Kruah reiterated that the requirement is intended to ensure that qualified Liberian citizens are given the opportunity to apply for available positions and participate in the recruitment process before foreign applicants are considered.
Accordingly, all business houses and concessionaires are requested to take note of this requirement and ensure full compliance when submitting new work permit applications to the Ministry of Labour.
