Employment contract: Your safety belt in the world of work
(an employment contract does not guarantee that rights will not be violated, it provides an opportunity to protect them)
1. Do you know what undeclared work is?
This is when you work without an employment contract, do not pay taxes and do not receive social security.
This is when you do not have the right to vacation, sick pay, pension, social insurance.
This is when you cannot protect yourself from the wrongful actions of the employer.
This is when you work for yourself and for him, not for yourself and for the country.
Do not accept undeclared work, because you lose more than you earn.
Declared work is your future and your dignity!
Employment contract: Your safety belt in the world of work
(an employment contract does not guarantee that rights will not be violated, it provides an opportunity to protect them)
2. What do you lose by working without an employment contract?
Undeclared work is not only a violation of the law, but also a loss of rights and guarantees for workers.
If you work without an employment contract, you cannot count on guaranteed paid holidays, sick leave, or compensation in case of an accident. You also have no protection against arbitrary dismissal, salary reduction, work overload. Do not be fooled by employers who offer you to work without an employment contract, with a salary “in an envelope” or under civil law contracts.
Demand registration of labor relations in accordance with the law!
Declared work is your right and your benefit!
Employment contract: Your safety belt in the world of work
(an employment contract does not guarantee that rights will not be violated, it provides an opportunity to protect them)
3. Are you a business owner and using undeclared labour?
Remember that undeclared work is a risk for you and your business.
You may lose experienced and qualified employees who will find a better place to work.
You may receive a fine for violating labor laws.
You may have problems with obtaining loans, investments, government orders.
You worsen the economic situation in the country, especially during the war, reducing revenues to the budget and social funds.
Pay your employees a white salary and issue them with an employment contract.
Declared work is your reputation and your success!
Employment contract: Your safety belt in the world of work
(an employment contract does not guarantee that rights will not be violated, it provides an opportunity to protect them)
4. How is an employment contract concluded?
The employee must write an application for employment, provide a passport, TIN, and, if necessary, educational documents or other documents.
The employer issues an order to hire an employee, familiarizes the employee with it, sends a message to the territorial body of the tax service, and trains the employee in safe work.
More information in the infographic: – infographic 1 (link)
Employment contract: Your safety belt in the world of work
(an employment contract does not guarantee that rights will not be violated, it provides an opportunity to protect them)
5. If your work is undeclared, you can do the following:
Require the employer to conclude an employment contract with you in accordance with the law. If he refuses, you can file a lawsuit in court.
Look for another job where you will have a declared employment relationship and social guarantees. You can use the services of employment centers or other resources for finding a job.
Contact the State Labor Service of Ukraine for advice. You can find contact information at the link: https://dsp.gov.ua/kontakty-dlia-konsultatsii-pratsivnykiv-ta-robotodavtsiv-z-naiaktualnishykh-pytan-pid-chas-voiennoho-chasu/.
Do not agree to undeclared work, because you lose your rights and opportunities. Declared work is your future and your dignity!
Employment contract: Your safety belt in the world of work
(an employment contract does not guarantee that rights will not be violated, it provides an opportunity to protect them)
6. What is an employment contract?
An employment contract is a document that regulates the relationship between an employee and an employer. It defines the rights and obligations of both parties, working conditions, wages, term of validity, procedure for change and termination.
An employment contract can be concluded in writing and signed by both parties or formalized by issuing an order to hire an employee. The employment contract can be fixed-term or open-ended, full-time or part-time, full-time or part-time, depending on the nature of the work and the wishes of the parties.
If you want to learn more about the employment contract, you can view the following resources:
– Link to the State Labor Service website
– Link to the information portal
Employment contract: Your safety belt in the world of work
(an employment contract does not guarantee that rights will not be violated, it provides an opportunity to protect them)
7. What to do if the employer does not fulfill the terms of the concluded employment contract?
If the employer does not fulfill the terms of the employment contract, you can do on