Our working hours in a day will be 8 hours, including an hour break for lunch and other personal work. We are flexible in our working hours in case of an emergency. Depending on the circumstances, you may need to work overtime. We will give you as much advance notice as possible when you need to work overtime. Overtime work should only be done after being explicitly instructed and approved by the Operations Manager.
Time Schedule
Our time schedule is normally 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Holidays
The office remains closed on Saturdays. We are not a school, so we don’t have a lot of holidays, but we have some for the days we think you should be staying home. Our holidays mostly align with the government holidays for festivals, so everyone can celebrate their auspicious occasions. We do not discriminate against anyone based on their origin, gender, ethnicity, and religion but we want everyone to have a holiday on the day they need the most. For example, a resident of the Terai region gets a day off on the day after Fagu Purnima.
| HOLIDAY | DURATION | DAYS | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nepali New Year | 1 Day | 1st Baisakh | Everyone |
| International Workers Day | 1 day | Day of Int. Worker's Day | Everyone |
| Rakshya Bandhan | 1 Day | On the day of Janai Purnima | Everyone |
| Haritalika Teej | 1 Day | On the day of Teej | Everyone |
| Constitution Day | 1 Day | On the day of constitution day | Everyone |
| Dashain Festival | 6 Days | Ghatasthapana Phulpati Maha Astami Maha Nawami Bijaya Dashami Ekadashi | Everyone |
| Tihar Festival | 4 Days | Laxmi Pooja Gobardhan Pooja Bhai Tika Kija Pooja | Everyone |
| Maghe Sankranti | 1 Day | 1st Magh | Everyone |
| Maha Shiva Ratri | 1 Day | Day of Shivaratri puja | Everyone |
| International Women's Day | 1 Day | Day of Int. Women's Day | Based on gender |
| Fagu Purnima | 1 Day | Day of Holi | Based on region |
| Chhath Festival | 1 Day | Day of Chhath fasting | Based on ethnicity |
| Christmas Festival | 1 Day | Day of Christmas | Based on religion |
| Lhosar Festival | 1 Day | Day of Lhosar | Based on religion |
Holiday Calendar
We do not take a day off on occasions like April Fool’s Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Children’s Day and such. We also don’t close for people’s birthdays like on Krishna Janmasthami, Prithvi Jayanti, etc., and on frequent occasions like Sankranti, Purnima, Ekadashi, etc. If you must stay at home for an important traditional festival that is not listed above, please let your supervisor know in advance. We may need to add that particular holiday for everyone who might need a day off.
Absence and Delay
You need to report to work when scheduled. You should apply for a leave on our Skybase Karya advance to your immediate supervisor or the designated manager if you are going to be absent. We expect you to be at your workstation at the beginning of each working day. In case of delay, you must call your immediate supervisor to state the reason for the delay. In case your immediate supervisor is unavailable, you must reach out to your manager personally, or through a coworker. Only some absences fall under the compensation criteria of the company’s leave and benefits policies.
Notice of Absence
You must give notice at least 24 hours ago if you intend to take leave for the next day. That means, if you are planning to take a leave tomorrow, you should inform us today; you should notify us before or as soon as you arrive. In case of unforeseen events, you must personally notify the Operations Manager as soon as you are aware that you will be late or unable to report to work. Apply for a leave on Skybase Karya. In case you are unable to apply leave on Skybase Karya, you must inform of the same by phone or SMS. Leaving a voicemail or message with another staff member does not qualify as a notice.
Medical Emergency
When an absence is due to illness, or medical emergency the company reserves the right to require appropriate medical documentation. Such documentation need only include the contractor’s name, the date and time a medical officer saw the contractor, and if applicable, a specific instruction regarding the contractor’s incapacity to perform his or her job. Excessive absenteeism or tardiness can result in discipline, up to and including discharge.
Leaves
You can take the following kinds of paid leaves. If you have worked in the company for more than a year will be paid in full. Otherwise, you will be paid half for the days on your leave. If you are still under the probation period will not be paid for the days you take leave.
General Policy Overview
- Employees with more than a year of service will receive full pay during their leaves. Employees with less than a year of service but over three months will receive half pay for the days they are on leave. Leaves taken during the probation period will not be paid.
Paid Leave Types
| Leave Type | Duration | Eligibility | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earned/Casual Leave | 5 days per 4 months | Worked in the company > 3 months | Resets every 4 months; no carry over. |
| Maternity Leave | 100 consecutive days | Expecting mothers | Begins no sooner than 15 days before the expected delivery date; work from home possible until the baby is 6 months old. |
| Paternity Leave | 15 consecutive days | Expecting fathers | Can work from home until the baby is one month old, if living with the mother and baby. |
| Mourning Leave | Up to 15 consecutive days | Everyone | For immediate family demise. Shorter leaves for extended family funerals and funerals of close associates. |
| Civic Duty Leave | Duration varies | Everyone | For fulfilling civic duties, including voting and other civic rights. |
| Leave in Lieu | Duration varies | Everyone | For employees who work on public holidays or weekly offs. |
| Sick Leave | 1 day every month | Everyone | For medical purposes and casual work. No financial compensation for unused days. |
Unpaid Leave Types
| Leave Type | Duration | Eligibility | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Examination Leave | Duration varies | Students/Full-time employees | Students receive leave one week before exams; full-time employees' leave is subject to Project Manager approval. |
| Other Leaves | Up to 15 days per year | Everyone | All other leaves not covered under paid leaves. |
FAQs
Q1: What happens if I don’t use my Earned/Casual leave by the end of the 4-month period?
- A1: Any unused Earned/Casual leave will not carry over to the next period and cannot be exchanged for financial compensation. We encourage you to plan your time off accordingly.
Q2: Can sick leave be converted into Earned/Casual leave or encashed if unused?
- A2: No, sick leave is intended specifically for health-related absences and cannot be converted into other leave types or encashed.
Q3: Are there any exceptions to the policy for leave expiration?
- A3: Currently, there are no exceptions. All employees are encouraged to manage their leave to take advantage of their entitlement within the respective periods.