Abstract:

Human resource has its challenges and sometimes those challenges are unique for each sector, however, the challenge of the local worker in an international company is unique, irrespective of the sector in which they fine themselves.

The challenge of any local worker in an international organization is struggling with some sort of dissatisfaction, after the knowledge that two persons doing the same job, with the same level of qualification can be earning different salaries. The difference is, in most cases, so wide to impose a morale issue; simply because of where you were employed.

This article sorts to bring to the lamplight the various areas of dissatisfaction, for the local worker; be they multicultural realities, benefit package or the social factor. I have also reviewed the motivational factors behind the staff management systems; be they in relations to work life balance, willingness to make personal sacrifice at work, desire promotion to senior levels of management, agree more with the statement “work life is more fulfilling than my personal life”, do not feel they have a lot on their plate.

Recommendations have been made, that the cynical local worker who feels they are victims should be identified and asked to leave, communicate more the vision of management for the local staff and avoid gaps, branding the local worker the patriot of the nation and permit, promote and publicize example of local workforce where the other motivational needs have been met.

This article is a must read for all companies with a multinational and international nature. It is also important for anyone hoping to get an international job and it can assist the local staff representatives to find a common ground, in settling staff related issues in an international setting.

References:

[1].     Staff Representative Letter, 2016.

[2].     The Essential Guide to Employee Engagement. Better business performance through staff satisfaction. By Sarah Cook, 2008, Kogan Page Limited in the UK and the US.