Adecco Launches Initiative to Boost Women's Employment through Telework in Tokyo

In a significant move towards enhancing women's participation in the workforce, Adecco, Japan's subsidiary of the global human resources leader Adecco Group, officially commenced the "Reiwa 7 Year Telework Initiative for Expanding Women's Employment" in Tokyo. This initiative, also referred to as the "ReadyGO! Tokyo Telework Challenge Project," aims to unveil the potential of women who can contribute effectively to the labor market while managing family obligations like child-rearing and caregiving.

Given the pressing issue of labor shortages, it's critical to tap into the untapped workforce represented by women who have temporarily exited their careers due to childbirth or care responsibilities. Many of these women face hurdles such as gaps in their career history and the challenge of balancing work with household duties. This has heightened the demand for flexible working arrangements, particularly telework, which accommodates their needs to work closer to home or with flexible hours.

The "ReadyGO! Tokyo Telework Challenge Project" seeks to facilitate a balance between work and family by encouraging women to return to the workforce through remote work opportunities. Adecco aims to reassure women who might feel apprehensive about returning to work right away, especially in a remote capacity. The project provides a pathway for these women to engage in telework by presenting them with necessary skills and knowledge.

Participants will benefit from comprehensive training programs designed to equip them for telework roles, along with networking and interviewing opportunities with companies already implementing telework. This initiative is pivotal in helping women overcome uncertainties and transition smoothly back to work in an environment that aligns with their lifestyles.

Adecco's commitment extends beyond just connecting job seekers with jobs. It includes delivering foundational knowledge vital for successfully working remotely, as well as actively scouting telework-friendly job listings tailored to individual needs. Furthermore, the project will organize job matching events — joint job fairs — explicitly aimed at fostering connections between job-seeking women and employers willing to embrace the telework model.

Under its vision to create change through "human resource empowerment," Adecco is set to champion the movement of individuals into active employment while simultaneously nurturing supportive environments that allow them to thrive. Since 2020, the company has successfully managed over 570 projects for around 180 local municipalities and organizations, signifying its robust engagement with public sector employment initiatives.

The wider objective of the project aligns with Adecco's overarching goal of supporting career development and reskilling initiatives for individuals affected by life events resulting in job loss. As part of this strategy, Adecco is committed to continuously rolling out various programs aimed at enhancing organizational growth and employee engagement.

In conclusion, the ReadyGO! Tokyo Telework Challenge Project is more than just a response to labor shortages; it's a progressive approach to accommodate and empower women in the workforce. By leveraging telework, Adecco is facilitating a pathway for women to return to work with confidence, thereby contributing to a more diverse and resilient labor market.

About Adecco

As the leading global provider of human resources solutions, Adecco operates in 60 countries, offering services ranging from staffing to outsourcing and HR solutions. In Japan, the company aligns with Adecco Group Japan's vision of driving societal change through workforce empowerment and is committed to enhancing career development for all working individuals while optimizing various corporate operations. For more detailed information about Adecco, please visit Adecco Japan.