Temporary Work

Long misunderstood, employers are increasingly turning to this type of workforce acquisition. Some use it systematically to replace an absent employee or to evaluate candidates for a few months before offering them permanent contracts.

It is defined as all workers used to replace an employee whose employment contract is legally suspended in accordance with the provisions of Article L.34 of the Labor Code (maternity leave, sick leave, vacation, incarceration, etc.).

The temporary employment contract must specify the name of the employee whose contract is suspended, the reason for the suspension, and the expected duration of the suspension.

The use of temporary workers may not, either in purpose or in effect, serve to permanently fill a position related to the company’s normal and ongoing operations, regardless of the reason.

Today, banks and telecommunications companies are increasingly turning to temporary workers. Demand is growing for administrative and sales positions, as well as data entry clerks, secretaries, switchboard operators, security guards, and call center sales representatives—particularly for those with at least two years of post-secondary education. Financial positions are less likely to be filled through temporary staffing, as are executive roles.

The image and prejudices that Malians had about temporary work and staff placement are beginning to fade.

One of the advantages of temporary work—which is increasingly replacing internships for entry-level workers—is that it allows them to gain a wider range of experiences at different work sites and prove themselves while they wait to secure a permanent position.

On the one hand, it serves as a true springboard to employment for entry-level workers; on the other hand, it allows employers to apply the principle of flexibility.

Temporary work: a true stepping stone to employment—“seeking initial experience,” “pre-hiring”

We’ve noticed that many potential employers hesitate to hire due to certain prejudices—whether justified or not—about young newcomers that go beyond their employability. They want everything right away, even though they aren’t yet able to contribute to the company. They don’t know how to sell themselves. They lack an entrepreneurial spirit, and so on.

So, how can you land a job in an environment where these prejudices follow you? Why not try temporary work—even if it’s unstable and often poorly paid—to gain experience and build your resume?

Don’t wait any longer. Go for it—since virtually all companies in Mali don’t have a human resources manager to handle hiring, they prefer to use temporary agencies to test candidates or simply fill in for someone who’s absent. Generally, these temporary workers end up being hired, provided they perform well.

Temporary work is a great way to build up your resume and skills while earning a good living. It saves time and money compared to unsolicited applications.

Young professionals just starting out in finance, accounting, or management can use temporary work to build up their resumes and skills, since everyone knows, for example, that there’s high demand for accountants and finance professionals during the financial reporting periods in February, March, and April.

Temporary work is becoming increasingly essential in Mali because companies have chosen to no longer hire directly for certain professions or positions. The business activities of some of these companies are not consistent throughout the 12 months of the year, forcing them to adopt a flexible approach.

Our Approach

• Contacting companies to analyze their needs;

- Scheduling vacation leave for current positions;

- Compiling a list of other absences related to the legal suspension of employment contracts;

• Search for candidates who match the suspended positions;
• Facilitating contact;
• Contracts,
• Follow-up;
• Administrative management;
• Completing end-of-assignment formalities.