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AWiB’s 6th Senior to Junior Business Seminar

October 3, 2023 @ 8:30 am – 6:00 pm

Senior to Junior Business Seminar

HR Challenges in the Ethiopian Labor Market

October 3, 2023, at 8:30 AM – 6 PM

Call 0978100079 for more info!

Ras Amba Hotel

Investment

2500 ETB

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED

I am convinced that nothing we do is more important than hiring and developing people. At the end of the day, you bet on people, not on strategies. – Lawrence Bossidy

As the Ethiopian labor market evolves, it presents a unique set of challenges for human resources (HR) professionals. The purpose of this business seminar is to shed light on the key HR challenges faced by organizations operating in the Ethiopian labor market and explore effective strategies to address them. Through this business seminar, AWiB aims to foster knowledge sharing, collaboration, and innovative solutions to strengthen HR practices in Ethiopia.

Participants will have the opportunity to learn from industry experts, share their experiences, and contribute to discussions on various HR challenges in the Ethiopian labor market. The seminar will also provide a platform for networking, allowing participants to connect with like-minded professionals and build relationships for future collaborations. By applying these techniques, you will contribute to the development of robust HR strategies that drive organizational success and contribute to Ethiopia’s economic growth. In the Ethiopian labor market, several HR challenges stem from various factors including the economic landscape, cultural aspects, and regulatory environment.

Here are some common HR challenges faced in the Ethiopian labor market:
  1. Limited skilled labor pool: The education and training system may not always align with the requirements of the job market, resulting in a shortage of qualified professionals in specific fields.
  2. High employee turnover: Factors such as limited career development opportunities, inadequate compensation packages, and a competitive job market can contribute to higher turnover rates.
  3. Limited HR infrastructure: This includes areas such as recruitment, performance management, training and development, and employee engagement.
  4. Compliance with labor laws: Ensuring compliance with these laws can be a challenge due to a lack of awareness, limited resources, and inconsistent enforcement. HR departments need to stay up to date with the latest labor regulations and implement appropriate policies and practices.
  5. Cultural diversity and inclusivity: Ethiopia is a diverse country with numerous ethnic groups and languages. Managing cultural diversity and fostering inclusivity within the workforce can be a challenge. HR professionals need to promote cultural understanding, create a harmonious work environment, and address any biases or prejudices that may arise.
  6. Wage and benefit competitiveness: Attracting and retaining skilled professionals can be challenging due to wage and benefit competitiveness. Some industries struggle to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages, which can lead to difficulties in attracting and retaining top talent.
  7. Wage and benefit competitiveness: Attracting and retaining skilled professionals can be challenging due to wage and benefit competitiveness. Some industries struggle to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages, which can lead to difficulties in attracting and retaining top talent.

Speakers

Dina Makonnen is a seasoned HR professional, passionate about people development and business growth. She is the Chief Operating Officer at Africa Jobs Network (AJN) with leading brands Ethiojobs.net, Dereja.com and Kipawa. Dina has over 20 years of experience where she has excelled in areas such as strategy development, operations management, people development, HR advisory, and consulting.

Lydia Addis, owner and Managing Director of Le Chateau Import & Export PLC, has over 10 years of experience in a well-known international leading courier company as an HR Manager. She utilized numerous tools and techniques to manage and develop employees to perform at their highest capacity. In 2007, Lidya established her first company, “Le Domaine Import & Export PLC,” which specialized in importing wine and professional kitchen equipment for the HORECA sector.

Meseret Habtamu is the Head of Human Resources at MultiChoice Ethiopia. Through Multichoice Ethiopia being an entertainment industry, Meseret has the opportunity to collaborate with individuals from diverse cultural and occupational backgrounds. Meseret is an accomplished HR professional with over 22 years of experience.

Wondwossen G. Teklemichael is a certified management consultant, leadership coach, and governance trainer with over two and a half decades of experience in strategic leadership, demonstrating operational excellence across diverse sectors, including for-profit, not-for-profit, and government organizations. His professional journey has seen him in key leadership and management roles at prestigious institutions such as Ethiopian Airlines, the US State Department, the African Union, ICS, and IIE.

Moderator

Genet Abebe is a seasoned expert in the field of human resource management. She is the Head of People and Culture at MasterCard Foundation. She previously worked as Human Resources Director of Dashen Breweries and prior to that, Country Human Resources Manager of East Africa Bottling (Coca-Cola). She has exceptional knowledge of multinational HR and management expertise in leading: Organizational Culture, Leadership Development & Coaching, Organizational Design, Talent Management, Learning and Development, and Recruitment.