Workforce Capacity Building Model at PTPN I Cot Girek Based On Gender Equality, Local Wisdom and Inclusivity

Abstract

This research is a follow-up research that will test the model of increasing the capacity of the female workforce at PTPN I Cot Girek North Aceh based on gender equality, local wisdom, and inclusivity. The model that has been produced in previous research will be tested from various perspectives of the parties to the GESI-based women's workforce capacity mainstreaming model and local wisdom. The existence of PTPN I Cot Girek has absorbed labor in supporting palm oil production operations, including female workers. Therefore, it is urgent and strategic to test the model of workforce capacity building in PTPN I Cot Girek Based on Gender Equality, Local Wisdom and Inclusiveness, and is an important part of the achievement of the SDGs. The purpose of this study is to find a model for increasing labor capacity based on Gender Equality, Local Wisdom and Inclusiveness is to test the model in increasing labor capacity in the plantation industry sector.  especially oil palm plantations. This research is an empirical juridical research and data collection is carried out by field interview studies and literature searches. This research includes several stages, namely the preparation and design stage of the research; the model testing stage based on the perspective of stakeholders; data reduction and verification stage; data analysis stage; the remodeling stage and the preparation of recommendations.  The results of the study concluded that in PTPN I Cot Girek, the division of roles and placement of female workers reflects the company's efforts to provide equal employment opportunities for women, although there are still challenges in several aspects of its implementation. Working women tend to be placed in positions that adapt to their physical and social characteristics, such as administrative tasks or jobs that are considered less strenuous. However, opportunities to occupy strategic and diverse positions can still be improved to promote gender equality. The existence of regulations governing women's workforce plays an important role in protecting their rights, including wage equality, occupational health and safety protection, and reproductive rights such as maternity and breastfeeding leave. PTPN I Cot Girek has complied with applicable laws, such as Law No. 13 of 2003 concerning Manpower, to ensure that women receive fair treatment and support their welfare in the workplace even though it is not fully entitled. In addition, protection mechanisms against violence and harassment in the workplace are also an important element in creating a safe and inclusive work environment for women. Overall, while the regulations have provided a solid foundation for protecting the female workforce, the implementation of the policy at PTPN I Cot Girek requires continuous monitoring and evaluation to ensure its implementation is effective and creates a fair and equitable work environment