Policy on Pay Scale Equity and Gender Pay Gap Elimination

  • University of Oum El Bouaghi Pay Equity Policy

The University of Oum El Bouaghi is firmly committed to promoting wage equality and gender equity in accordance with the International Labour Organization (ILO) conventions and the Algerian Public Service Law. This policy reflects the university’s dedication to fair compensation and the eradication of gender-based pay disparities.

  • Commitment to Pay Equity:
    The university reaffirms its commitment to ensuring equal pay for equal work and eliminating any gender-based wage gaps, in line with national and international labor standards.
  • Non-Discrimination:
    All forms of wage discrimination based on gender are strictly prohibited. The university guarantees fair and equitable treatment for all employees in matters related to pay and compensation.
  • Measurement and Assessment:
    Regular evaluations are conducted to monitor and measure wage differences between genders, ensuring that any disparities are identified promptly.
  • Elimination of Wage Gaps:
    When gender-based pay inequalities are detected, the university takes immediate corrective measures to restore fairness and equity in its compensation structures.
  • Transparency and Accountability:
    The university maintains transparency in all pay-related decisions and ensures that wage determination processes comply with the Algerian Public Service Law and ILO standards.
  • Reporting Mechanism:
    A confidential and accessible reporting system allows employees to raise concerns regarding wage disparities without fear of retaliation.
  • Education and Training:
    Awareness and training programs are provided to staff to promote understanding of wage equality principles and the university’s commitment to gender equity.
  • Review and Improvement:
    This policy is subject to regular review to maintain its effectiveness and compliance with national and international labor laws, with updates made as necessary to strengthen equity and fairness.

The University of Oum El Bouaghi remains dedicated to ensuring equal pay, fostering a culture of transparency, and upholding gender equity in all aspects of employment.

Equal pay laws.

The Algerian Public Service Law, specifically Law No. 133-66 dated June 2, 1966, encapsulates the laws of wage equality, with a firm dedication to assessing and rectifying gender-based pay disparities.

Within this foundational law, Article Five explicitly underscores that there should be no differentiation between genders in the application of this law, while retaining the necessary considerations related to physical readiness or specific duties for designated positions as outlined in the foundational regulations.

Furthermore, Article 26 reinforces this commitment, stating that, as per Article 27 of Order No. 06-03, dated July 15, 2006, any form of employee discrimination based on opinions, gender, origin, or personal and social circumstances is strictly impermissible.

Article 74, found in the same Order, firmly establishes the principle of equality in public service recruitment, further emphasizing the commitment to equitable practices.

The Algerian legislature has established a fundamental, overarching principle that unequivocally prohibits any gender-based differentiation in candidates seeking public service positions. Any actions to the contrary are deemed unlawful, potentially subject to annulment if contested in administrative courts.

It is important to note that the University of Oum El Bouaghi applies these legal provisions and has a policy in place to ensure pay scale equity, including a commitment to measuring and rectifying gender pay disparities.

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