Research Article
Evaluating Indonesia’s Job Loss Insurance Program (JKP): Policy Implications for Financial Assistance, Labor Market Integration, and Reskilling
@INPROCEEDINGS{10.4108/eai.30-10-2024.2354824, author={M Muhyiddin and Andy Fefta Wijaya and Fadillah Putra and Wike Wike}, title={Evaluating Indonesia’s Job Loss Insurance Program (JKP): Policy Implications for Financial Assistance, Labor Market Integration, and Reskilling}, proceedings={Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Public Administration and Governance, ICOPAG 2024, 30 October 2024, Malang, Indonesia}, publisher={EAI}, proceedings_a={ICOPAG}, year={2025}, month={5}, keywords={job loss insurance social protection unemployment reskilling indonesia}, doi={10.4108/eai.30-10-2024.2354824} }- M Muhyiddin
Andy Fefta Wijaya
Fadillah Putra
Wike Wike
Year: 2025
Evaluating Indonesia’s Job Loss Insurance Program (JKP): Policy Implications for Financial Assistance, Labor Market Integration, and Reskilling
ICOPAG
EAI
DOI: 10.4108/eai.30-10-2024.2354824
Abstract
The Job Loss Insurance Program (Jaminan Kehilangan Pekerjaan - JKP) in Indonesia was introduced to provide financial assistance, reskilling opportunities, and job placement services for workers affected by layoffs. This study assesses the program’s effectiveness in supporting unemployed workers through a mixed-methods approach, incorporating surveys, interviews, focus groups, and secondary data analysis. While most participants appreciated the financial assistance, the benefits often failed to cover living costs, particularly in urban areas. Job placement services were underutilized, and the reskilling programs were misaligned with labor market needs, limiting their impact on reemployment. Administrative issues, such as delayed disbursements and low digital literacy, further impeded the program’s effectiveness. The findings suggest policy reforms are necessary to enhance JKP’s support for workers’ welfare and reintegration into the labor market.
