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Find top recruitment and staffing agencies in Papua New Guinea. Whether you're looking for specialized talent or general hiring support, explore experienced recruitment firms that understand the local market and can help you build the perfect team.

Papua New Guinea's

Economic indicators

107

World ranked

Papua New Guinea ranks 107 in the world by current economic output

$30.9bn

Nominal GDP (US$)

GDP reflects the overall size and economic strength of the country's economy.

23

APAC ranked

Papua New Guinea is ranked 23 in APAC by economic output in the region

GDP growth (%)

GDP growth explained

The chart compares how GDP has grown for Papua New Guinea, its region, and the world over the last seven years. Positive growth indicates an expanding economy; negative growth may signal contraction and affect hiring activity.

4.2%

Current rate

▲ 1.9% increase

Inflation represents the rate at which prices rise and purchasing power diminishes. High inflation may prompt employees to seek higher wages, potentially impacting company profitability and hiring strategies.

Papua New Guinea's inflation rate

Cost of living

Cost of living index explained

The cost of living has a direct impact on salary expectations and the competitiveness of compensation packages. It can influence the appeal of certain locations for both employers and candidates.

Papua New Guinea's

Labor market

Papua New Guinea vs world population age distribution

7.3m

Population

Papua New Guinea has a population of about 7.3m. The chart compares its age distribution with the world average—useful context for workforce size and long-term hiring demand.

42 hrs

Average working full time week

2.7%

Current percentage

▼ 0% reduction

Papua New Guinea's unemployment rate is low, suggesting either a booming economy or reliance on foreign labour. Between 2022 and 2023, there was a small decrease in unemployment, suggesting continued economic stability with a slight improvement in job availability

Unemployment rate

Papua New Guinea's

Top performing companies and industries

Top industries

  • oil and gas; mining (gold
  • copper
  • and nickel); palm oil processing

Ratio of males to females (by age)

48 / 46

Male

[ "In Papua New Guinea there is a low gap in participation rates between males and females, indicating a relatively balanced workforce particpation often reflective of strong gender equality policies or cultural norms supportive of equal gender parity." ]

Papua New Guinea's

Religion and ethnicity

Religion

In religiously diverse countries, a broad sourcing and engagement approach whilst appealing to inclusive practices resonates with this candidate market. In homogeneous environments, understanding dominant cultural norms is often more important when engaging with talent.