A job opportunity?

A job opportunity?

The holy fasting month of Ramadhan is usually followed by an exodus of Jakarta migrants to other cities in Java and other islands. Those going back to their homes include domestic helpers and nursemaids. This means that there will be job vacancies.

In this situation, people become aware that these helpers and maids, who to some extent are abused and harassed, contribute to the way of life for most of Jakarta's families.

Without their help, no one does the washing or house cleaning.

The supply and demand rule takes place; people will spend more money than what a maid earns in a month.

It's certainly the right time for job placement agencies to sign up more unskilled workers. These workers usually come from West and Central Java and Lampung.

The problem is that not all job seekers are willing to fulfill their jobs, which -- to those with senior high school diplomas -- are considered "less prestigious". This point of view is a part of the culture that needs time to change.

-- Warta Kota, Jakarta