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- Mozambique
What is the standard Employment Agreement offered in Mozambique?
Horizons offers a an Unllimited (Indefinite) Emplyoment Agreement as the standard employment agreement in Mozambique. It is designed to provide flexibility and stability for employees.
Unlimited (Indefinite) Employment Agreement
Standard Offering: The default employment agreement provided by Horizons is an unlimited (indefinite) contract. This means that all employments are considered indefinite and are not constrained by a fixed term.
Types of Employment:
- The indefinite contract is available for both full-time and part-time positions, offering stability and accommodating various working arrangements.
Fixed-Term Agreements: Rarely Possible
Conditions for Fixed-Term Agreements: Fixed-term contracts are rarely offered and are only available under specific circumstances. If a fixed-term agreement is not explicitly justified, it will automatically be deemed an indefinite contract.
Duration and Renewal:
- Maximum Duration: Fixed-term contracts can last up to 2 years.
- Renewal Limit: They can be renewed up to 2 times.
Cost of Early Termination:
- Mandatory Severance: If a fixed-term contract is terminated early without serious justification, the employee is entitled to be paid all outstanding wages and benefits up to the original expiration date of the contract.
- No Early Termination: Termination before the contract's expiration is not allowed unless there is a seriously justified reason. If terminated early, the employer must pay the full amount due until the contract’s original end date.
Types of Employment:
- Fixed-term contracts are also available for both full-time and part-time roles under the conditions mentioned.
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