TalentCorp and UiTM hold Sector Focused Career Fair on career opportunities in Shared Services and Outsourcing

Shah Alam, 12 November 2013 - As part of its strategic thrust to optimise Malaysian talent, as well as facilitating awareness among the public of the career opportunities available in priority sectors under the 11 National Key Economic Areas (NKEAs), Talent Corporation Malaysia Berhad (TalentCorp) hosted a Sector Focus Career Fair (SFCF) today at University Teknologi Mara (UiTM). The event,  which ends tomorrow, was officiated by YB Senator Dato’ Sri Abdul Wahid bin Omar, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department.

SFCF UiTM was a joint effort between TalentCorp, Graduan, MDeC and UiTM. The focus areas for the fair were Shared Services and Outsourcing (SSO).
Dato’ Sri Wahid shared his thoughts during a dialogue session at the SFCF that “Malaysia’s socio-economic development has to progress in a strategic and sustainable manner to achieve the vision of a transformed economy.

Among the measures needed to achieve this is comprehensive planning through formulating effective policies, developing programmes through outcome based approach, strengthening human capital towards elevating efficiency and professionalism, and establishing organisational capacities for effective services delivery.

Economic growth can be achieved through more efficient services delivery, and the different companies exhibiting at this career fair today are proof that the Shared Services and Outsourcing industry will be a key focus area to propel Malaysia forward.”

According to Johan Mahmood Merican, CEO of TalentCorp, “The success of our Economic Transformation Programme (ETP) depends on having the right quantity and quality of talent, to support Malaysia’s priority sectors to move up the value chain and continue growing. Malaysia certainly has a strong pipeline of young talent. TalentCorp and UiTM are hosting this SFCF to provide exposure and attract our young Malaysian graduates to pursue an exciting career with the fast growing shared services sector. We certainly believe it is a win-win proposition – through a career in shared services, our young graduates will enjoy an international experience from right here in Malaysia and at the same time, our graduates can play their part in contributing to the success of the industry and Malaysia’s transformation. “

SFCF UiTM is supported by more than 30 companies, including AIG, DHL, Electrolux, Frost & Sullivan, GlaxoSmithKline, HP, IBM, LaFarge, Sime Darby and PwC.

“UiTM’s vision is to establish its reputation as a premier university of academic excellence, able to produce dynamic individuals of world-class standards and globally competitive with sound ethical standing. Here we aim to enhance the knowledge and expertise of the next generation of talents in all fields of study through professional programmes, research work and community service based on moral values and professional ethics. In this globalised world, we welcome such initiatives as this sector focused career fair as it provides our students with a solid platform to explore critical industries like SSO and to contribute towards Malaysia’s growth,” said Professor Dato’ Dr. Abdullah Mohammed Said, Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Student Affairs, UiTM.

The SFCF provides an opportunity for graduates to meet with CEOs and senior HR representatives of participating companies, while providing a platform for companies to scout for potential talent from universities in Malaysia. Several critical industries are in need of top talent, and the undergraduates are able to use this opportunity to better understand these developing sectors in Malaysia. The companies also have the opportunity to educate the public about industry developments, sectoral branding and increase understanding of the SSO sector.

The two-day event included Career Talks and Couch Corner Slot. Career Talks is a platform developed for the young generation to engage with prominent industry leaders while the Couch Corner Slot was designed for the visitors, especially students, to interact with the companies in a relaxed atmosphere.

For further information on TalentCorp and SFCF, please visit www.talentcorp.com.my or www.facebook.com/SectorFocusedCareerFairSFCF

TalentCorp connects Malaysians in Taiwan with professional opportunities at home

Kuala Lumpur, 3 July 2012 - Talent Corporation Malaysia Berhad (TalentCorp) will be organising international Outreach and Engagement sessions in Taiwan from 7 – 8 July 2012. These sessions include a Networking Dinner and a Hi-Tea for Malaysian Healthcare professionals, and will be held in Taipei and Kaohsiung respectively. The Outreach and Engagement sessions will also be attended by the Deputy Director General of Health (Medical) Y. Bhg. Datuk Dr. Noor Hisham bin Abdullah, on behalf of the Ministry of Health (MoH).

The Outreach and Engagement sessions will also be supported by the Taiwan Virtual Career Fair (VCF) organised by TalentCorp’s talent engagement portal MyWorkLife. The Taiwan VCF provides Malaysian recruiters the opportunity to pre-screen resumes and engage targeted candidates who are currently based abroad.

Building Networks of Top Talent
The Outreach and Engagement sessions serve as ideal platforms for the creation of structured global networks which not only ease the search for professional opportunities by returning Malaysians, but also enable leading Malaysian companies to tap into a wider talent pool to meet their growing industry needs. Additionally, these engagements help to establish channels for Malaysians to contribute from abroad, and potentially initiate conversations that lead to new ideas for cross-border business and professional opportunities.

The TalentCorp Professional Networking Dinner will take place on Saturday 7 July 2012 at the Howard Plaza Hotel Taipei. Bringing together Malaysian professionals and Malaysia’s leading Healthcare companies including KPJ Healthcare, Pantai Parkway Limited, and Mahkota Medical Centre, the event will explore the scope for collaboration and professional opportunities that are available in Malaysia. The evening will also provide a good opportunity for the diaspora to connect with the latest updates on Malaysia.

Similarly, a Networking Hi-Tea session for Malaysian professionals will be hosted by TalentCorp on Sunday 8 July 2012 at the Howard Plaza Hotel Kaohsiung.

Raising Career Awareness
In addition to the Outreach and Engagement sessions, the Taiwan VCF will be held on 30 June – 22 July 2012. Organised by MyWorkLife, the Taiwan VCF aims to connect companies with Malaysian professionals abroad through a free online platform.

Aside from removing time and geographical barriers commonly associated with conventional career fairs, the Taiwan VCF aims to foster greater awareness and interest in the many career options available in Malaysia, giving Malaysian Healthcare professionals abroad the chance to learn about the dynamic career opportunities and secure jobs in leading organisations such as Tropicana Medical Centre, Penang Adventist Hospital, and Sime Darby Healthcare, among others.

For further information on TalentCorp’s Outreach and Engagement programmes or to register for any of the events, please visit www.talentcorp.com.my or www.myworklife.my
More information on the Taiwan VCF can be found at www.virtualcareerfair.my/public.