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The Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment, Hon. Dr. Abdul-Rashid Hassan Pelpuo, has undertaken a working visit to the Amasaman Public Employment Centre (PEC) as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen labour administration and improve employment facilitation services across the country.
The visit formed part of the Ministry’s regular monitoring activities aimed at evaluating service delivery, identifying operational challenges and exploring ways to enhance job-matching systems and labour market data collection through the Ghana Labour Market Information System (GLMIS), supported by the World Bank.
Speaking to staff, Dr. Pelpuo underscored the crucial role labour administration plays in boosting national productivity, describing it as “the engine behind every vibrant economy.” He noted that effective labour offices are essential for ensuring equitable access to employment opportunities, particularly for young people seeking guidance and support.
Sharing his personal experience as a young job seeker, the Minister recalled how a labour office helped him secure his first job—an experience he believes every Ghanaian youth deserves today. “Labour offices should remain places where anyone, irrespective of background, can seek support, direction and opportunity,” he stated.
Dr. Pelpuo commended staff for their commitment and assured them that the Ministry is working to address concerns regarding staffing levels, internet connectivity and logistics. He also pledged to strengthen the GLMIS platform to make it easier for job seekers to access job vacancies nationwide from their communities—or even from home. According to him, plans are in progress to link the system with various institutions to improve labour market data and enhance reporting on job creation across sectors.
Chief Labour Officer Mr. Dawuda Braimah lauded the staff for maintaining a clean and organised facility despite limited resources. He reiterated the importance of PECs in providing career guidance, job-matching services and labour market information to young people. He added that although employers regularly declare vacancies at the centre, improved digital feedback systems are needed to track outcomes after job placements.
During the visit, staff demonstrated how the GLMIS platform is used to register job seekers, upload vacancies and match qualified applicants to available opportunities. They noted that several job seekers have already been shortlisted and referred to employers, with some receiving placement confirmations, though efforts are ongoing to refine feedback processes.
The Minister was accompanied by the Chief Director, Mr. Hamidu Adakurugu; Director of Labour and Employment, Mr. Nhyira Sarfo; Chief Labour Officer, Mr. Dawuda Braimah; Project Coordinator, Mr. Augustine Ampomah; Head of Public Affairs, Mr. Eyram Tottimeh; and Assistant Public Affairs Officer, Mr. Kafui Nutsu, among others.