The sanitary measures adopted by the government from March 16 to protect the population against the coronavirus have meant the collapse of family businesses, closings of bars, hotels and shops, and sodas and restaurants that barely survive.
President Carlos Alvarado has pointed to unemployment as the main concern of his government, and the figures remain high amid a slowdown in the economy.
Costa Rica’s official statistics agency announced Thursday that unemployment rose to 11.9% in the second quarter, one of the highest in recent years.
Bayer says competitive applicants should have English fluency in addition to experience in service centers with training in finance, accounting or business administration.
Posts at Microsoft are available for Ticos or legal residents, as well as foreign applicants with a good command of Spanish or Portuguese who are willing to relocate to Costa Rica.
