Tips to get a job abroad and not fail in the attempt

According to official information from the Seine Public Employment Agency, the national entity currently has a total of 175 job vacancies abroad, of which Germany and Canada stand out.

From that, In the German nation, 60 positions are for re-educator educators; and 100 for nurses, which will be carried out in several hospitals in the European country. In Canada, the option is aimed at 15 Colombian aircraft technicians.

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And in addition to the Sena, there are other organizations and/or institutes that are endorsed by the Ministry of Labor to carry out labor intermediation actions abroad, Therefore, the portfolio highlighted a series of recommendations when deciding to participate in any of the calls that become official during the year.

“In order for the search and obtaining of a job abroad to be optimal, know the procedures and some tips to migrate in an orderly and regular manner, to have all the guarantees as a migrant worker and, thus, to ensure that your rights are not violated” , pointed out the national entity.

From that, the portfolio highlighted seven relevant points so that the job search abroad is guided by a line of authenticity, care and so that it does not fail in the attempt.

Before traveling to any nation that is requiring Colombians, in specific trades, according to the profile requested by the contractor, keep in mind:

• General knowledge about the country where you want to work:
  • The advantages and disadvantages of social, economic and environmental conditions.
  • Health and education services for you and your family.
  • The requirements for vaccines or medical prevention procedures.
  • The legal requirements for the labor migrant such as passport, visa or work permit.
  • Do not travel without immigration authorization or with false documents, this is a crime that is penalized according to the legislation of each country.
• Consult information about the labor market of the country of your interest:
  • Employment and unemployment situation.
  • High/low demand occupations.
  • Average minimum wage.
  • Labor legislation.
  • Living costs.

“Registering directly with the Public Employment Service of the receiving country will be helpful in your job search. “Do not pay for labor intermediation abroad,” added the portfolio.

Likewise, he added that if you contact a company in a different language, send your resume in the respective language and with a short length. The first interviews are usually telephone, as a test of language proficiency.

• Verify from Colombia that the job offer is endorsed by the embassy of the receiving country: never accept proposals abroad that offer suspicious sums of money or working conditions; You may be a victim of fraud, deception, trafficking or migrant smuggling.
• If you need to certify your educational level in the receiving country, verify the procedure in the Ministry of Education of said country and prepare the respective documents from Colombia.
• Inform a family member or close person about your decision to travel, employment, company, address and contact telephone numbers in the receiving country.
• Check the following aspects in the employment contract:
  • Information about the worker and the company with their legal representative.
  • The modality and duration of the contract.
  • Position to be held and functions.
  • Working hours and agreed salary.
  • The contract must, in addition to promoting respect and dignity as a migrant worker, demonstrate the payment of social security benefits (Health, Pension and Professional Risks).
  • Inquire about other payments such as severance pay, bonuses, vacations, overtime, transportation allowance and provision of implements, etc.
• Have the information of the Colombian Embassy on hand, from the Consulate or the nearest diplomatic representation in the destination city and from the organizations or associations that help Colombian migrants abroad.

Finally, upon arriving in the country where you will be carrying out work activities, you must register at the closest Colombian Consulate at the beginning of your stay abroad.