Body of Competencies Case Studies
Discover, learn and explore how the IHRP Body of Competencies have been used to empower individuals and organisations in driving effective and meaningful transformations.
How can organisations empower individuals from diverse backgrounds to become skilled digital professionals who thrive in tech roles within the digital economy?
Temus is a Singapore-based digital transformation firm committed to building future-ready capabilities for the nation. Their mission is to unlock economic and societal value by driving digital transformation, and are guided by the belief that meaningful and sustainable change happens when people, technology, and process unite. As part of its commitment to nation-building, Temus champions a culture of lifelong learning and is dedicated to strengthening its Singapore core through an empowered and diverse workforce. By investing in talent development, the organisation supports and accelerates Singapore’s digital economy. They launched Step IT Up Singapore to address the growing challenge of sourcing tech talent in an increasingly competitive hiring market. Since inception, multiple cohorts have graduated into roles such as .NET developers, OutSystems low-code developers, and digital business analysts, contributing to Singapore’s digital transformation efforts. With AI and digitalisation rapidly reshaping the workforce, Temus recognised the need to create an alternative pathway into tech by hiring for potential, not just prior experience.
Temus launched Step IT Up (SIU) in August 2022, supported by Infocomm Media Development Authority’s (IMDA) under the TechSkills Accelerator (TeSA) initiative.This programme places people at the heart of digital transformation, equipping non-technically trained individuals with the skills needed to thrive in the digital economy as full-time tech professionals. Their graduates come from various sectors like marketing, finance, engineering, arts & science, F&B, engineering, science, commerce, and retail.
Participants are selected after a logic exam and a series of interviews. Once accepted, they undergo rigorous training, including tests, projects, and certification exams while being supported through a robust mentorship program from Temus’ subject matter experts and a dedicated coach.
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The Step IT Up programme offers personal coaching, and this is pivotal in driving the programme’s and participants’ success.
By personally overseeing daily operations and providing invaluable guidance, the coach ensures that programme participants are supported in their transition from various non-tech backgrounds into the tech professionals.
Customized group coaching sessions focus on essential soft skills – growth mindset, communication, emotional intelligence and leadership. This ensures that each participant is uniquely prepared to contribute and be engaged, driving them towards successful graduation and impactful contributions in their new tech roles.
Over 76 individuals were trained and placed, with an 87% 12-month retention rate post-bond.
Enhanced talent diversity and strengthened workforce resilience by broadening hiring to include candidates from varied backgrounds and non-traditional career pathways.
Achieved industry recognition and awarded the ‘Most Progressive Employers of Tech Talents’ Award’ from Tech Talent Assembly (TTAB).
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The IHRP Body of Competencies (BoC) outlines the competency standards required for HR professionals to be future-focused, ready to deliver impactful employee experiences and create sustainable value for the organisation.
Comprehensive overview of the 21 job roles outlined in the HR SkillsFuture Framework, with corresponding competencies from the Body of Competencies (BoC) framework tailored to each role.
Discover, learn and explore how the IHRP Body of Competencies have been used to empower individuals and organisations in driving effective and meaningful transformations.