Issuance of applications for the involvement of citizens in paid public works

Landscaping of the city, districts, streets, parks, and squares
Repair and construction of roads, bridges, heating, and boiler systems
Work related to assistance to agricultural enterprises
Construction and repair work at facilities belonging to the social sphere and other socially important work

What is the purpose of paid public works?

Paid public works are organized to provide temporary employment for unemployed people and job seekers, provided that no more than 20% of unemployed people in the relevant administrative territorial unit are involved in paid public works during the year.

Are there any educational or professional requirements for the people intending to participate in paid social work?

Paid public works are socially useful jobs not requiring basic vocational training.

Who can apply for paid public works?

Individuals registered as unemployed or job seekers in the Employment Subsystem (ESS) may apply for paid community service.

What period are the paid public works organized for?

Paid public works are generally organized for a period of up to 2 months, which can be extended if necessary.

What information is reflected in the contract concluded between the enterprise and the centers participation of which in paid public works is determined?

The agreement signed between the parties shall specify the number of unemployed persons, location, name, scope, and duration of the work to be performed; the total salary amount; the distribution of this amount between the enterprise and the center; as well as other obligations of the parties.

Is an employment contract concluded with a person intending to participate in paid public works?

A fixed-term employment contract shall be concluded between unemployed persons and employers intending to participate in paid public works, in accordance with the Labor Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

Application for participation in paid public works

Citizens apply to the local offices of the State Employment Agency and/or DOST Centers under the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of Population in the district of their registration. The applicant is registered in the Employment Subsystem (ESS) and receives an e-referral.

What should the applicant do as a next step after receiving a referral to participate in paid public works?

After the decision to hire an individual is posted electronically in the system, an employment contract is concluded with them.

What services are provided to citizens participating in paid public works and whose employment contracts have expired?

If an unemployed person is not provided with permanent employment, they may be reassigned to public works by the local bodies of the State Employment Agency and/or DOST Centers under the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of Population of the Republic of Azerbaijan, or they may be offered a training in a new profession.

Which legislation regulates the activities of the people involved in paid public works?

The activities of these individuals are regulated by the Law “On Unemployment Insurance”, the Law “On Social Insurance”, and the Labor Code.

What are the obligations of enterprises entering into fixed-term employment contracts with people involved in paid public works?

Enterprises are responsible for compliance with employment legislation, remuneration, protection and safety regulations, and the efficient use of labor.

Is the employee's length of service in paid public works included in his / her total length of service?

The employee’s length of service in paid public works shall be properly recorded in the employment record book and counted towards the total length of service.

How are the working hours of employees in paid public works regulated?

It is regulated in accordance with the current labor legislation. Are paid social employees entitled to social security?

Are paid public workers entitled to social security?

These employees are covered by all social benefits, including the right to receive a pension and temporary disability benefits.

You need to know

The refusal of an unemployed person to participate in paid public works shall not be considered a refusal to accept suitable job.

Unemployed persons who do not receive unemployment insurance benefits have a priority right to enter into employment contracts among those involved in paid public works.

Each year, proposals regarding socially important sectors, specific enterprises, departments, and organizations are prepared for public works to be organized in the following year. After discussion in local coordination committees, these proposals are included in the territorial employment program.

The Territorial Employment Program is approved annually by local executive authorities.