Female job seeker exposes company’s sexual favors demand for employment

WEB DESK: A young Pakistani woman has ignited a firestorm of outrage and condemnation after revealing a shocking encounter during her job hunt. Adina Hira, a recent graduate, took to social media to expose alleged harassment by a manager at Giga Group, a prominent Pakistani company.

Hira claimed to have applied for a position advertised on Indeed, a popular job portal, tailored for fresh graduates. Instead of a professional offer, she received a disturbing message from the company manager demanding sexual favors in exchange for employment.

The alleged conversation, shared by Hira on X, paints a chilling picture of the predatory behavior she faced. The unidentified manager explicitly stated that “spending quality time with the boss” was a job requirement. Hira’s subsequent posts expressed her disbelief, anger, and concern for other young women who might have fallen victim to similar abuse.

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Hira wrote, “Being a girl in Pakistan is too difficult! I applied for a job on the Indeed website, which was for fresh graduates, and this is the message I received. It’s unbelievable!! Who knows how many innocent girls they must have taken advantage of. When a fresh graduate looks for a job,they either encounter such disgusting people or those with wealthy parents who get in through references. This country is hell!”

The incident has sparked a national conversation about the challenges faced by young women in Pakistan’s job market. Hira’s brave decision to speak out has resonated with many, with thousands sharing her post and expressing solidarity.

Prominent journalist Hamid Mir has joined the chorus of condemnation, calling for swift action against the accused. In a post on X, Mir described the incident as a “criminal activity” and urged the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) to intervene.

As the story unfolds, pressure is mounting on Giga Group to address the allegations and take appropriate action. The case has also raised broader questions about the prevalence of sexual harassment in Pakistani workplaces and the need for stronger legal protections for women.

Check out the screenshots by Adina Hira