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About IOE:<\/h3>\r\nIOE is the largest private sector network in the world, representing 50 million businesses through 150 national employers\u2019 and business organisations. IOE is the sole representative of business in social and employment policy debates taking place at the International Labour Organization (ILO), the United Nations, G20 and other global forums. IOE is recognised for its unique expertise, advocacy, and influence as a powerful and balanced voice for business at the international level. IOE consolidates the perspectives and priorities of national employers\u2019 and \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0business organisations in one single, effective, and coherent voice. Our vision is to create a sustainable economic environment worldwide, promoting free enterprise that is fair and beneficial to both business and society.\r\n

Background:<\/h4>\r\nThe International Organisation of Employers (IOE) is committed to facilitating sustainable economic development and enhancing the role of Employer and Business Membership Organisations (EBMOs) in advocating for practical, demand-driven policy solutions that tackle informality. In 2021, the IOE published a position paper, \u201cThe informal economy: an employers\u2019 approach\u201d, which highlighted the significant role EBMOs could play in addressing informality.\r\n\r\nInformality is complex, affecting over 61% of the world's working population, predominantly in emerging and developing economies. Informality is not merely a binary state but exists on a continuum, often entwined with formal economic activities and creating a challenging environment for policymaking and implementation. Key areas for action include fostering a business-enabling environment, implementing flexible labour laws, enhancing social protection, providing access to credit, securing property rights, and focusing on skills development and education. Digital transformation can also play a critical role in reshaping informality, offering both opportunities and challenges.\r\n

About the consultancy:<\/h4>\r\nThe aim of this consultancy is to build upon IOE\u2019s existing work on informality through comprehensive research that will showcase innovative approaches to tackle informality. \u00a0The final research document should be between 15-20 pages. The research will:\r\n