Mrs. Dros pointed out that the Department of Labor Affairs plays a critical role in the execution of policies that address the following areas: unemployment(high risk groups); job placement and vacancy registrations; work permits and business registrations.
The vision and mission statement of the Department of Labor Affairs was also addressed by Mrs. Dros. The vision states that the department strives to become the recognized government authority in workforce related matters; providing concise leadership, sound advice and value thru partnerships with all stakeholders. Whereas the mission statement clarifies the department as one to provide laborers to the labor market thru analysis of the business need; to provide employment thru training for the unemployed and adherence to legislation, and to treat fairly all laborers seeking assistance.
The first Tripartite committee meeting was held on December 21, 2011, and was of an introductory nature, with members during that meeting discussing such topics as priorities for 2012 and explanations of the tasks and responsibilities of the Tripartite Committee. Tripartite Committee meetings are held every month with Minister of Public Health, Social Development & Labor, Cornelius De Weever serving as chairman. The Tripartite Committee is made up of representatives for employers, employees and government.