The localisation of jobs in Seychelles’ tourism industry, the workforce, and training, were some of the points raised in a meeting between the Department of Tourism and hotel officials. Seychelles’ tourism minister Sylvestre Radegonde, who chaired the meeting, stated that localisation of posts is important, Seychelles not only need more Seychellois in hotels but wants to retain them there.
The localisation of jobs in Seychelles’ tourism industry, the workforce, and training, were some of the points raised in a meeting between the Department of Tourism and hotel officials. Seychelles’ tourism minister Sylvestre Radegonde, who chaired the meeting, stated that localisation of posts is important, Seychelles not only need more Seychellois in hotels but wants to retain them there.
Over the years, there have been many issues raised on the high level of expatriate workers in the tourism industry, the top pillar of the Seychelles economy. Radegonde said that the difference between big entities and owners of smaller establishments is that while the smaller establishments are mainly owned by Seychellois, the top officials of big establishments are mainly non-Seychellois. He said that such discussion with the officials of bigger establishments is vital as they are the ones who employ many workers in the industry.
Staff training and motivation were also discussed and general managers who have international experience will be sharing their expertise with students from the Seychelles Tourism Academy.
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The meeting is part of the minister’s programme to frequently visit tourism establishments with the aim to improve current tourism products as well as introduce new ones. Radegonde said there are plans to have additional meetings during the year, where those attending will evaluate the progress made over the last three months.
