The government claims that from January to September 2025, the number of employed workers in Indonesia has reached nearly 2 million people. This achievement reflects concrete efforts to boost employment absorption during the first nine months of the year. The increase in employment absorption aligns with reported investment realizations up to September 2025, which have […]
The government has allocated Rp 1.06 trillion in 2026 for a paid internship program that offers monthly compensation equivalent to the district/city minimum wage (UMK) for university graduates. This initiative is part of a total budget of Rp 1.37 trillion for the 2025–2026 period, with Rp 300 billion already prepared for the initial phase in […]
Member of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI), Mukhtarudin, proposed that workers in the gig economy sector be included in the discussion of the revision of Law No. 13 of 2003 on Manpower. The gig economy refers to types of informal or part-time work based on digital platforms, allowing companies to utilize temporary workers […]
Freeport, a mining company operating in Indonesia, is currently in discussions with the government and Danantara regarding a plan to transfer shares to Indonesia free of charge. According to Danantara’s CEO, Rosan P. Roeslani, Freeport has reportedly agreed to transfer 12 percent of its shares to the Indonesian side at no cost. The mechanism and […]
The Ministry of Manpower reported that throughout 2025, sales and marketing roles dominate the demand in Indonesia’s labor market. With a total of 72,511 job openings, this profession ranks at the top due to its crucial role in driving business growth across various sectors through effective marketing and sales strategies. In addition, several other positions […]
Minister of Manpower, Yassierli, confirmed that the announcement of the 2026 Provincial Minimum Wage (UMP) will be made on November 21, 2025, in accordance with the applicable procedure. The exact amount of the minimum wage increase for next year is still uncertain, as the figure is still under review with the National Wage Council (Depenas), […]
The government has allocated IDR 5.3 trillion to implement the Cash-for-Work Program (Padat Karya Tunai), targeting 215,000 workers. The program will run from September to December 2025 and focuses on absorbing local labor through a daily wage system. The Cash-for-Work Program (PKT) is a government initiative aimed at empowering rural communities—especially vulnerable and underprivileged groups—by […]
Entering the second half of 2025, Indonesia’s labor market has seen several notable developments. From the decline in Jakarta’s unemployment rate, the manufacturing sector’s return to expansion, to efficiency measures by major tech companies, these trends highlight the current dynamics of the job market. On the regulatory side, the government has strengthened worker protection and […]
August 17th has always been a special moment for the people of Indonesia. Not only celebrated at home, the Independence Day spirit also filled our workplace. This year, in honor of Indonesia’s 80th Independence Day, the office at HRnetRimbun and RecruitFirst Indonesia was filled with joy and excitement through fun, traditional 17-an activities. Red-and-White Festive […]
In today’s fast-paced work environment, collaboration and team unity are the keys to achieving common goals. Recognizing the importance of this, HRnetRimbun and RecruitFirst Indonesia held a team building event themed Mission: Team Possible. The event took place in the natural surroundings of Gunung Pancar on June 14, 2025, offering an exciting experience that combined […]
