Navigating Probation, Pregnancy, and Performance: Legal and Ethical Guidance for Employers in Liberia
By Gurus Human Resource Consultancy Group (GUHR) Introduction In modern workplaces, especially within time-bound and high-stakes projects, employers may face a dilemma: what happens when a probationary employee begins to underperform due to pregnancy-related health issues? In Liberia, this situation carries not just managerial implications—but legal and ethical ones as well. This article offers a […]
The Reference Dilemma in Liberia: Do Employers Owe It to Former Employees?”
Introduction Across Liberia’s evolving employment landscape, a quiet but growing tension exists between former employees and their previous employers-centered around one increasingly sensitive document: the employment reference letter. To many job seekers, particularly those navigating careers in NGOs, government agencies, or multinational firms, a reference letter is more than a professional courtesy-it’s viewed as a […]
Breaking the Divide: A Call to Abolish the Civil Service Standing Order and Harmonize Liberia’s Labor Laws
The Fragmented Labor Landscape in Liberia Liberia’s labor landscape remains deeply divided, with public and private sector workers governed by separate and unequal labor laws: the Civil Service Standing Order and the Decent Work Act. The Civil Service Standing Order, a legacy framework governing the terms of public sector employment, was initially conceived to ensure […]
Navigating the AI-Driven Job Market: Strategies to Stand Out in the Digital Age
In today’s technology-driven job market, artificial intelligence (AI) has transformed the hiring process, creating challenges and opportunities for job seekers. The infamous “resume black hole” has evolved into a sophisticated AI-powered screening system, making it crucial for applicants to adapt their strategies to this new landscape. AI-Powered Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) Modern companies increasingly rely […]
The Imperative for Gender Parity in Liberian Parental Leave Policies
In the intricate tapestry of Liberian society, where the legal framework acknowledges both Western-influenced and customary marriages, a glaring inequity persists in the realm of parental leave policies. This disparity not only undermines the nation’s commitment to gender equality but also perpetuates archaic notions of familial roles, thereby impeding societal progress. The Decent Work Act […]
Embracing STEM: Transforming the Universities’ Curriculum for Future-Ready Graduates
The demand for skilled Liberian professionals in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields has never been greater in the rapidly evolving global economy. Recognizing this imperative, and the lack of integration of STEM programs, Universities across Liberia should take bold steps to align their curriculum with a more STEM-focused approach. This strategic shift is […]
The Transformative Potential of Earth-Moving Equipment in Liberia: A Multifaceted Approach to Youth Employment and Infrastructure Development
In a pivotal moment for Liberian infrastructure and economic development, the nation has the intention to acquire or negotiate 285 pieces of earth-moving machines that have transformative potential for youth employment and infrastructure development. This substantial acquisition not only promises to address the country’s persistent road quality issues but also presents a unique opportunity to […]
Optimizing National Budget: Strategic Approaches for Civil Service Compensation Reform and Efficient Resource Allocation in Liberia.
The fiscal landscape of Liberia is poised for transformation as the government grapples with the imperative to optimize the national budget for the period spanning January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024. With a total draft budget of US$625.57 million, the allocation of resources must align with strategic priorities to foster national development. A staggering […]
How to ask for a salary increment?
Many of us ask for salary increments because we feel we are doing so much of the heavy lifting and being paid less. We discuss it with our supervisors or HR but nothing comes out of it. These tips below might help you have a better position when asking. By following these tips, you might […]
Outdated Approach to Human Capital Development in Liberia
We will continue to experience critical talent shortages and face serious human capital development issues in Liberia if we do not strategize on a better Human Resource approach to human talent development, and be more pre-emptive about it. Our approaches to developing talents and human capital are backward-looking, blinkered, and political. We think about developing […]
