Case study on management of layoffs due to the COVID-19 pandemic

Abstract

This research report addresses the management of job dismissals during the COVID-19 pandemic in the private sector of the Machala Canton. The context in which the study is carried out is the health crisis generated by the pandemic and its impact on the country's economic reactivation efforts. The main objective of the study is to analyze the causes and consequences of job layoffs caused by the pandemic in companies in the Machala Canton. To achieve this, specific objectives are set, such as identifying job layoffs, analyzing the public policies implemented for their management, and determining the direct and indirect effects of job layoffs. The methodology used in the study is descriptive. Data was collected through surveys and interviews conducted with workers and employers of private sector companies in the Machala Canton. In addition, a descriptive analysis of the categories of the unit of analysis was carried out to obtain relevant information and respond to the proposed objectives. Regarding the most relevant results, it is concluded that it is essential that companies adopt corporate social responsibility measures to protect their workers during the pandemic. It is also recommended that public policies be more effective and provide greater support to companies to avoid job layoffs. Finally, it is suggested that future studies be carried out to delve into the employment situation in the country and propose more effective measures to protect workers in situations of health crisis.