Law no.105 of 14.06.2018 on the employment promotion and unemployment

Legea cu privire la promovarea ocupării forței de muncă și asigurarea de șomaj nr.105 din 14.06.2018

The Law no.105 of 14.06.2018 on the employment promotion and unemployment has the purpose to prevent and reduce unemployment, mitigate its social effects, and ensure a high level of employment by adapting the workforce to market demands. The main institutions involved in its implementation are the Government of the Republic of Moldova, specifically the Ministry of Health, Labour, and Social Protection, and the National Employment Agency. Other stakeholders include local public authorities, social partners, non-commercial organizations, and employers. This law applies to citizens of the Republic of Moldova, individuals and legal entities operating within or outside the country, and specific categories of foreigners. It covers the national labour market and aims to support various population groups, including those at risk of unemployment. The law foresees strategies that include increasing employment opportunities, supporting job seekers, and encouraging employers to hire unemployed individuals. The law introduces an unemployment Insurance which provides financial support to insured individuals who are unemployed. Additionally, the provisions of the law include job matching services, vocational training, and employment subsidies. Finally, specific measures for elderly people include facilitating their employment through adapted workplaces and continuous professional development. The law was adopted on June 14, 2018.