Profil Umum Kondisi Ketenagakerjaan Indonesia Agustus 2023 - PUSDATIK

Summary

The transcript discusses the current state of employment in Indonesia, highlighting key statistics from August 2023. It notes an increase in the working-age population to 212.59 million, with 139.85 million employed and a decline in unemployment to 5.32%. The labor force is largely dominated by individuals with low educational attainment, reflecting on the challenges of workforce productivity. Major sectors absorbing labor include agriculture, trade, and manufacturing. Overall, the analysis shows significant improvement in employment metrics compared to 2022, emphasizing the need for continued development in the employment sector.

Takeaways

• 😀 Employment development is crucial for national success in Indonesia.
• 📈 In August 2023, the working-age population increased to 212.59 million, rising by 3.17 million from the previous year.
• 👷‍♂️ The labor force comprises 147.71 million workers and 7.86 million unemployed individuals.
• 📉 Unemployment decreased by 0.56 million, indicating an improvement in job availability.
• 🎓 A significant portion of the workforce (36.82%) has only completed elementary school or less.
• 🎓 Higher education levels (Diploma and above) account for only 12.76% of the working population.
• 🔍 The open unemployment rate (TPT) is at 5.32%, down by 0.54% from August 2022.
• 🌾 The agricultural sector employs the largest share of the workforce at 28.21%.
• 🛍️ Trade and vehicle repair industries follow, employing 18.90% and 13.83% respectively.
• 📊 Employment distribution patterns remain consistent compared to August 2022.

Q & A

What is the significance of labor development in a country?

Labor development is a key factor that determines the success of national development.

What does the August 2023 data indicate about the working-age population in Indonesia?

As of August 2023, the working-age population reached 212.59 million, an increase of 3.17 million from the previous year.

What is the composition of the labor force in Indonesia as of August 2023?

The labor force consisted of 139.85 million employed individuals and 7.86 million unemployed persons.

How has the unemployment rate changed from August 2022 to August 2023?

The open unemployment rate decreased by 0.54 percentage points to 5.32% in August 2023.

What percentage of the working population in August 2023 had completed elementary school or lower?

36.82% of the working population had completed elementary school or lower.

What sectors employed the most workers in Indonesia as of August 2023?

The largest employment sectors were agriculture, forestry, and fishing (28.21%), followed by wholesale and retail trade (18.90%), and manufacturing (13.83%).

What was the increase in the number of employed individuals from August 2022 to August 2023?

The number of employed individuals increased by 4.55 million.

What does the term 'open unemployment rate' (TPT) refer to?

The open unemployment rate measures the portion of the labor force that is not absorbed by the job market.

What does the educational attainment of the workforce suggest about labor productivity?

The predominance of lower educational attainment indicates potential challenges in labor quality and productivity.

Where can more detailed information about Indonesia's labor statistics be found?

More detailed information can be accessed on the website www.1udata.kemnaker.go.id.