A MESSAGE FROM APSCO'S AUSTRALIAN CHAIR
Member engagement has never been greater With 2021 closing out on the promise that international borders will begin to open this side of Christmas, we could well see pressure on talent start to ease next year. Since I started working in Australia in 1999 these general levels of skills shortage across so many sectors have never been seen, both in the markets we place talent into and in our own recruitment markets. APSCo has looked to support our industry with these pressures through many initiatives: the relaunched Recruitment Certification program has been well received with record numbers of new applicants looking to upskill. Through the program recruitment companies are achieving increased professionalism, but also increased engagement with their staff as they look to invest in staff development.
Steve Smith Director, Sirius People
Through our partner network, APSCo has continued to support our members through the complex employment environments caused by COVID, through webinars, news alerts, and advice, helping shape the nature of the recruitment employment landscape of greater flexibility and hybrid work environments. I don’t think ever before have members needed the voice of support, the guidance, and the networks that APSCo has provided in 2021. I also don’t think ever before have members been so engaged and valued the relationship with APSCo. I have heard many recruitment owners and managers talk about how much value they have received this year. This is great to hear that not only is APSCo providing the right experience, but also that it is being recognized by those most important. Looking to 2022 we are looking forward to strengthening the relationships with our partners, whilst supporting our members with events, products, and initiatives, some in the planning stage and others due to go into production in the early new year. 2022 we hope is the year when we can get out and see our members more. Although technology and the virtual world have opened up new ways of doing things and kept us connected, we really look forward to getting back to seeing people in person more, and we hope you will join us at events through 2022. Finally, before signing off I would just like to say thank you to all of those who have contributed to the achievements of APSCo in 2021 in supporting its members and the wider recruitment industry. Thanks to all of our affiliates, sponsors, and partners, thanks to all of the board members for volunteering their time to APSCo, and most of all thanks to Lesley, Carly, Gillian, Janielle, Josie, and Paul for all of your hard work and support through the year. To everyone, I hope you get the chance to relax and reflect on what has been the strangest (and one of the busiest years) we have ever had. Until next year!
STEVE SMITH Director Sirius People, APSCo Australia Chair
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