The Employment Division plays a key role in the promotion of local employment by supporting jobseekers through guidance on available job opportunities and access to relevant training programmes. Additionally, it oversees the recruitment and employment of foreign workers to address specific labour market needs. The Division is also responsible for developing and enforcing modern and effective legislation to en​sure fair, ethical, and well-regulated recruitment practices.​​​​
Mission and Vision
To promote decent work by supporting employers and workers to create a safe, conflict-free and productive workplace and facilitate access to gainful employment.​
Vision
For all Mauritians to have access to productive employment in a safe, inclusive and conflict free environment.​
Key functions of the Employment Division​
> Facilitates employment of jobseekers, providing assistance and guidance with regard to employment prospects and facilitating the employment of non-citizens, where required; > Regulates the operation of recruitment agencies involved in the recruitment of Mauritians for employment locally and/or overseas and the recruitment of non-citizens for employment in Mauritius;
> Monitor the employment of non-citizens in line with the provisions of the Non-Citizens (Employment Restriction) Act and in accordance with policies of Government;
> Process work permit applications and issue same in accordance with policies of the Government.
