Decent work and economic growth
8.2Employment
8.2.1Does your university as a body pay all staff and faculty at least the living wage, defined as the local living wage (if government defines this) or the local poverty indicator for a family of four (expressed as an hourly wage)
The University of Khenchela is always committed to secure the Interprofessional guaranteed minimum wage
– SM|G – to itsworkers (145,43 USD = 20.000,00 DZD after all legal deductions, according to the lastworkers’
wages shift up by the presidentialdecree N” 21-137 dated the 7d of April 2O21,witha back effecting from 1″
fune 2020).
8.2.2
?Does your university as an institution recognize unions for everyone
Under Law No. 90-14 dated 9 Dhu al-Qidah 1410, corresponding to 2 June 1990, regarding the modalities of exercising the right to union representation, as amended and supplemented by Ordinance No. 06-03 dated 19 Jumada al-Thani 1427, corresponding to 15 July 2006, which includes the General Public Service Law, the University of Abbas Laghrour Khenchela has recognized four unions, which are as follows
- The branch of the National Federation of Higher Education and Scientific Research*
- The branch of the National Council of University Professors*
- The branch of the Independent Union of Public Administration Employees*
- The branch of the Independent Union of Higher Education Employees*
?3.2.3Does your university have a policy on eliminating workplace discriminatio
Yes, the university has a clear policy to eliminate discrimination in the workplace, according to Article 27 of the rights and obligations of employees in Ordinance No. 06-03 dated 19 Jumada al-Thani 1427, corresponding to 15 July 2006, which includes the General Public Service Law. This article states: “Employees shall not be discriminated against due to their opinions, gender, origin, or any personal or social circumstances”
?8.2.4Does your university have a commitment against forced labor, modern slavery, and human trafficking
Yes, the university has a political commitment against forced labor and modern slavery, according to Article 78 regarding career management in Ordinance No. 06-03 dated 19 Jumada al-Thani 1427, corresponding to 15 July 2006, which includes the General Public Service Law. This article states: ‘The minimum age for joining a public position is set at eighteen (18) full years.’
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?Does your university as a body have a policy on pay scale equity including a commitment to measurement and elimination of gender pay gaps
The University of Khenchela is fulfilled and complyingwith not only the Algerian legislation but also with the
international legislations regarding the equality between the two genders, and assure that there is not a1y
kind of wages gap among the both genders
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?Does your university as a body measure/track pay scale gender equity
The University of Khenchela as an entit) keeps measuring and monitoring employees’ salary indexes and
rations leaving no doubt to achieve an ideal equivalence between both gender, via submitting precise
quarterly besides semi-annual reports and tables to the Ministy of Higher Education and Scientific Research
though its financial and accounting sub direction
8.2.8Does your university have a process that enables employees to appeal regarding employee rights and wages
According to the participation and appeal bodies in Ordinance No. 06-03 dated 19 Jumada al-Thani 1427, corresponding to 15 July 2006, which includes the General Public Service Law, the following bodies are established
Equal membership administrative committees*
Appeal committees*
Technical committees*
University employees have the right to appeal regarding their rights (financial or administrative)
8.2.9
?Does your university as an institution recognize labor rights for all, including women
8.3Expenditure per employee
1Number of Faculty Members
Abbas Laghrour University in Khenchela has a faculty consisting of 763 professors in the following ranks
• Professor: 114
• Senior Lecturer “A”: 280
• Senior Lecturer “B”: 140
• Assistant Professor “A”: 144
• Assistant Professor “B”: 85
They are distributed across six faculties: Faculty of Science and Technology, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences, Faculty of Economic, Commercial and Management Sciences, Faculty of Arts and Languages, and Faculty of Law and Political Sciences
Number of Employees and Number of employees with contracts longer than 24 months 2
Abbas Laghrour University in Khenchela has 390 employees working on secure contracts, with 53 in specific ranks, and 179 employees working on contracts longer than 24 months. They are distributed across six faculties: Faculty of Science and Technology, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences, Faculty of Economic, Commercial and Management Sciences, Faculty of Arts and Languages, and Faculty of Law and Political Sciences
8.3.2
University expenditure
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has been allocated an amounr of 4.039.000,00 DzD
for the universigr of khenchela budget This dotarion split as following:
The first term is for the employees’wages and salaries including all sorts of compositions and promorions an
amounr of 3.600.140.000,00 DZD.
The second term is considering the expenditures and expenses regarding the eguipment and the universigr’s
purchases and ordinary necessaries an amount of 438.g60,000,00 DzD
Decent Work and Economic Growth:8
:The university documents its achievements in this field through
Abbas Laghrour University Khenchela seeks to promote decent work and economic growth through a set of research activities and initiatives that focus on skills development and job creation.
A. PRFU Research Projects Labor Market and Employment Opportunities Studies: These studies focus on analyzing the local labor market and the economic sectors that provide job opportunities. The research includes an assessment of the skills needed in the market and provides recommendations for improving vocational education and training programs.
Sustainable Economic Development Research: These research efforts aim to study how to achieve sustainable economic development in the region, including strategies to promote entrepreneurship and support small and medium-sized enterprises. The research also explores policies that can foster economic growth.
Entrepreneurship Projects: These projects include developing entrepreneurship support programs, including workshops and training courses for beginners. The research focuses on how to encourage youth to start their own businesses and provide the necessary resources for that.
B. Faculty Publications Research in National Economic Journals: Professors publish research related to economic development issues and the labor market, which enhances awareness about the importance of decent work. This research includes analyses of employment trends and labor market dynamics in the community.
International Studies on Sustainable Development: These studies include an analysis of international policies and practices in the field of sustainable development, providing valuable insights for implementing the best local strategies.
Scientific Papers on Employment and Decent Work: These papers focus on analyzing issues related to decent work, including fair wages and working conditions. The research also explores how to improve the work environment and support workers’ rights.
C. Research Team Outputs Reports on Vocational Training Programs: The research teams issue reports evaluating the effectiveness of the vocational training programs offered by the university, which helps in improving them. These reports include assessments of the extent to which these programs meet market needs.
Studies on University Graduates in the Labor Market: These studies include an evaluation of the employment opportunities available to university graduates and their success in finding jobs that match their skills. The research provides recommendations for improving the university’s professional support programs for graduates.
Research in the Field of Economic Development: These research efforts aim to study the factors influencing economic development in the region, including the impact of education and training on the labor market.
:Channels for Information Dissemination The university works to disseminate this information through several channels
- The university’s official website: https://univ-khenchela.com
- The official Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/?locale=fr_FR
- The YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=ZghffzdzpVI
- The page dedicated to Goal 8 on the university’s Sustainable Development website: https://univ-khenchela.com/explore/articles.php?article=1874.
Abbas Laghrour University Khenchela effectively contributes to promoting clean energy and decent work through these initiatives and research. These efforts reflect the university’s commitment to achieving sustainable development and supporting the community by improving economic opportunities and promoting the use of sustainable energy.
