The Tech Council of Australia (TCA) is proud to announce _nology as its newest member, marking a significant step towards reshaping the Australian tech landscape. This partnership underscores the industry’s commitment to building a diverse and skilled workforce capable of driving innovation in the AI era. _nology focuses on reskilling career changers with invaluable transferrable skill sets into roles like Software Development, Cloud, and Data.
As the tech sector continues to evolve rapidly, the need for a workforce that reflects the broader community has never been more critical. _nology, a leader in tech education and talent development, brings to the TCA a wealth of experience in creating new talent pools and alternative pathways into the industry. Their approach aligns perfectly with the TCA’s mission to foster diversity and address the skills gap in the Australian tech sector.
Diversity as a Strategic Imperative
As uncovered in _nology’s recent panel at the National Tech Summit “Tech Talent for the AI Era: Building Diverse Teams That Drive Innovation”, diversity isn’t just about representation—it’s a business necessity in today’s AI-driven world. Non-traditional talent bring diverse lived experiences and unique professional skills that are crucial for innovation and problem-solving as businesses, technology, and customers become ever more intertwined.
_nology’s integration into the TCA ecosystem will play a pivotal role in achieving this goal. By working closely with the TCA’s Diversity & Skills forums, _nology will help connect industry leaders with new talent pools, providing a ready-made hiring solution for organisations to futureproof their workforce.
In 2024, _nology’s trained individuals (coined ‘_nologists’) have been 62% women + non-binary, 84% career changers,70% ethnically diverse, 24% LGBTQIA+ and 89% aged over 25.
Breaking Down Barriers to Access
The partnership between _nology and TCA comes at a crucial time, as highlighted by Microsoft’s 2023 report, “Breaking Down the Barriers“. This report advocates for 20% of tech hires to come from alternative pathways by 2030, a goal that _nology is well-positioned to help organisations meet.
Through rigorous assessment processes, industry-led training, ongoing talent mentorship and support, _nology has already demonstrated its ability to connect bright people with forward-looking companies like AGL, ANZ, Macquarie Bank and the NSW State Govt. Through close partnerships with these organisations, they are creating structures that actively support alternative hiring channels and enable them to be successful for the long term. Their expertise will be invaluable in helping TCA members implement similar strategies.
A Sustainable Approach to Workforce Development
The collaboration between _nology and TCA is not just about meeting short-term diversity targets. It’s about creating a sustainable strategy for long-term growth and innovation in the Australian tech sector. By focusing on continuous talent development, retention, and upskilling, this partnership aims to build a tech workforce that is not only diverse but also adaptable to the rapidly changing technological landscape.
As AI and organisational transformations continue to reshape industries, the need for a diverse, skilled tech workforce has never been more pressing. The addition of _nology to the Tech Council of Australia marks a significant step towards meeting this challenge. Together, we will work to ensure that Australia’s tech sector not only reflects the diversity of its community but also drives innovation and growth in the Australian tech ecosystem.
