Analyzing The Dynamics Of Newly Created Jobs

Abstract

This study investigates the dynamics of newly created jobs and the evolution of economic activity in Algeria’s traditional industries from 2015 to 2024. The sector—comprising artistic crafts, material production, and services—plays a significant role in generating employment, particularly in regions with limited industrial alternatives. However, it faces persistent challenges, including inconsistent institutional support and a lack of reliable time-series data. The analysis utilizes official and academic data sources, applying statistical and econometric tools via the R programming language. Key methods include descriptive statistics, time series visualization, and stationarity testing using Augmented Dickey-Fuller (ADF) and KPSS tests. Findings reveal marked fluctuations in the artistic sub-sector, while services and material production display greater stability. The short duration of some series (2020–2024) limits the robustness of ADF outcomes, though KPSS results suggest partial stationarity. The study underscores the need for stronger data infrastructure and policy continuity. It recommends targeted support for volatile sub-sectors and encourages the use of more advanced models in future research. This work contributes a novel quantitative perspective to the analysis of traditional industries in Algeria.