Pakistan Woman's Job Interview Experience Sparks Outcry Online; Post Goes Viral

In her post, Hira detailed receiving inappropriate messages from hiring managers after applying for positions targeted at fresh graduates on the Indeed website

A young job seeker in Pakistan named Adina Hira recently took to the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to share her distressing experience of encountering sexual harassment while applying for jobs. Her post has sparked widespread online outrage and renewed calls for action against those responsible.

In her post, Hira detailed receiving inappropriate messages from hiring managers after applying for positions targeted at fresh graduates on the Indeed website. Expressing her dismay, she 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?"

Hira's account has resonated widely online, prompting a wave of support and demands for accountability in addressing such misconduct in employment practices.

The screenshots of her conversations exposed the requests made by prospective employers. One hiring manager informed Hira that she "needs to be ready to cooperate with the boss regarding any activities." 

When Hira sought clarification, the manager replied that she would need to spend quality time with your boss.

In another conversation, an individual specified that her duties would involve scheduling meetings, organising travel arrangements, handling phone calls, and fulfilling "special and personal tasks for the boss."

The post, shared on Tuesday, has generated many responses from individuals urging Hira to consider pursuing legal recourse against the perpetrators. “I'm so sorry you had gone through this but if someone starts msging you on WhatsApp it's a clear trap and don't fall for it... block it there, and then... do not get engage with that person... it's highly unprofessional. If someone wants to know either communication should be done through emails or call or in person,” wrote one of the X users.

Another user added: “Good job taking the first step exposing the criminal employer. Now take it further and post their address and the names of the individuals who are involved. Most girls don’t take this step in Pakistan, India and in third world countries. So nice job once again. Every girl must not fear from these animals regardless of how much money they offer or whoever they are. Never remain silent.”