KOTA KINABALU: Plans are underway to merge two key job search platforms - the Sabah Jobs Portal (SJP) and MyFutureJobs (MFJ) - to make it easier for job seekers and employers to find each other.
Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor said that the merger of SJP, which is managed by the Human Resource Development Department and MFJ, introduced by the Social Security Organisation (Socso), would create more efficient job search services, benefitting both employers and potential employees.
“We hope this happens quickly so job seekers can get up-to-date information, and employers can find the right talent,” Hajiji said, adding that this move should help lower Sabah’s unemployment rate further.
Speaking at the launch of the 2024 Soso Mega Madani Career Carnival, here, on Saturday (Oct 12), Hajiji noted that as of Sept 27 this year, Sabah has successfully recorded 7,448 job placements.
This milestone marks a significant achievement for the state in its ongoing mission to boost employability through collaboration between the government, the Socso, as well as other agencies.
However, he noted, many challenges remain, including improving the quality of training and ensuring that the skills provided align with industry needs.
“I urge that strategic collaborations continue between the government, educational institutions, and the private sector to expand job opportunities and ensure that Sabah’s workforce is equipped with industry-relevant skills.
“The support of all parties, including government and private agencies, is crucial in reducing unemployment and ensuring equal opportunities for all, based on individual talents and skills,” he said.
The state’s human capital development blueprint (2021-2035), which focuses on nurturing relevant skills among young people and ensuring the state’s workforce remains competitive, remains a key part of Sabah’s long term plan for the state’s growth.
According to Hajiji, the state government will continue investing in employability programmes, including Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), to address evolving industry needs.
Efforts under the Sabah Maju Jaya (SMJ) Development Plan are already delivering tangible results, with the economy showing signs of growth and the well-being of Sabah’s people improving.
As a future strategic move, the state has expressed strong support for establishing Borneo’s first international-standard Socso Rehabilitation Centre, which Hajiji hopes will be implemented soon.
He also urged for Socso career fairs be extended to smaller towns and rural areas to create more opportunities for the state’s job seekers.
“These events not only boost job creation but also foster an efficient labour market that benefits everyone,” he said.
