Selangor Expands Job Opportunities With Statewide Jobcare 2026 Carnival Series

BANTING, April 11 (Bernama) — The Selangor government is intensifying efforts to strengthen the labour market and expand employment opportunities by organising the Jelajah JobCare Carnival 2026 in all districts in the state this year, with Kuala Langat serving as the launch location.

State Human Resources and Poverty Alleviation Committee chairman V. Papparaidu said the initiative is aimed at improving job matching between employers and job seekers more effectively.

He said the Jelajah JobCare Carnival will be held in all nine districts in the state, alongside two additional editions featuring special concepts and high-end job opportunities to further broaden access, including for vulnerable groups.

“Today, 30 employers are participating, offering competitive salaries, with some positions, particularly at the management level, reaching up to RM12,000,” he said at a press conference after launching the carnival at MCS College here today.

A total of 4,348 job opportunities across various sectors are being offered, reflecting steady demand for manpower in Selangor.

Papparaidu added that the physical carnival format enables direct engagement between employers and job seekers, helping to accelerate the recruitment process.

He stressed that continuing the programme across districts is crucial to ensuring the labour market remains dynamic and responsive to current industry needs.

“Improved job matching can increase incomes and indirectly contribute to reducing the state’s poverty rate,” he said.

He noted that key challenges include job losses and income instability, which can impact household well-being.

“The self-employed are encouraged to contribute to the Social Security Organisation as a form of protection in the event of incidents affecting their income.

“Income stability is also a critical factor in ensuring sustainable participation in the state’s workforce,” he added.

The second edition of the JobCare 2026 Jelajah Carnival will take place in Petaling Jaya at The Curve, Mutiara Damansara, as part of efforts to further widen access to employment opportunities for the public.

-- BERNAMA