48 CORPORATE GOVERNANCE ENRA GROUP BERHAD ANNUAL REPORT 2023 We view this age disparity positively. The 40 – 49 age group together with the above 50 age group are able to offer their ample knowledge, experience and networks to carry ENRA through into the future. They, in turn, are supported by the energetic younger groups who have the potential of bringing new ideas, and the capacity to absorb the knowledge and experience from the older groups. iii. Racial diversity It is clear from TABLE 8 below that Malays have been the main bulk of our workforce at a four-year average of 76%, despite the reduction in numbers as a result of the manpower rationalisation and divestment exercises. The Chinese ethnic group forms the next biggest group at a four-year average of 16% of the total workforce. Indians and Others racial groups averages at 2% and 6% respectively over the four-year period. Similar to the situation with gender diversity, race is not a criterion of our recruitment. This diversity is the result of the employment market. TABLE 8 – Racial diversity FY 2019/20 FY 2020/21 FY 2021/22 FY 2022/23 Avg. % % % % % Malay 85 77 88 76 35 74 30 77 76 Chinese 13 12 14 12 10 21 7 18 16 Indian 2 2 2 2 1 2 1 3 2 Others 11 10 12 10 1 2 1 3 6 TOTAL 111 116 47 39 iv. Religion diversity Similar to racial diversity, the diversity between Muslims and non-Muslims, as shown in TABLE 9 below, is wide over the years with a four-year average of 76%. Similar to the situation with racial diversity, the changes in the number of staff did not change the percentage composition of religious diversity. TABLE 9 – Religion diversity FY 2019/20 FY 2020/21 FY 2021/22 FY 2022/23 Avg. % % % % % Muslim 85 77 88 76 35 74 30 77 76 Non-Muslim 26 23 28 24 12 26 9 23 24 TOTAL 111 116 47 39 Despite the disparity in race and religion, the staff has been able to work together harmoniously. There has never been any incident of religious nor race-related issues being reported. v. Permanent and contract staff In the course of conducting our business, we sometimes hire staff on a contractual basis. They are most often tied to a specific project we are undertaking and they most often have specific skills easily marketable across the industry. ILLUSTRATION 8 below shows the number of contract staff vis-à-vis permanent staff. Sustainability Report (Cont’d)
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