Análisis descriptivo del empleo en Ecuador en el periodo 2020-2023

Abstract

Abstract: This study analyzes employment in Ecuador from 2020 to 2023, considering the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Its main objective is to identify the working conditions of the population, using quantitative and qualitative methods to detect patterns, challenges, and opportunities, and thus contribute to the design of more effective labor policies. The methodology combines a mixed approach, using secondary data from sources such as the World Bank, the Central Bank, and the National Institute of Statistics and Census (INEC), along with statistical techniques for a comprehensive analysis. The results confirm that the pandemic negatively affected the Ecuadorian labor market, increasing unemployment and encouraging informality, which significantly reduced formal employment. The most resilient sectors were agriculture and services, while construction and manufacturing faced greater difficulties. This analysis provides an understanding of employment dynamics and generates recommendations aimed at promoting labor formalization and improving job quality in the country.