1. Introduction -- 2. Employment and inclusive growth : a development perspective -- 3. Macroeconomic policy, growth and employment -- 4. Structural transformation and productive employment creation : alternative pathways -- 5. Rights-based approach to employment -- 6. Human capital and inclusive development -- 7. Youth employment -- 8. Labour market flexibility, informality and employment -- 9. Labour market risks and social protection -- 10. Conclusions and a way forward