Infoxchange and Kangan Institute have partnered together to support women to pursue a rewarding career in Information Technology. Infoxchange is seeking women who have an interest in technology to undertake the Tech Ready for Women Scholarship. The program will provide the skills and qualifications needed to get started as a Software Developer. Part of Infoxchange's community programs, the scholarship is one example of how the not-for-profit organisation is using technology to improve the lives of the most vulnerable in our community and increase digital inclusion. The Tech Ready for Women scholarship will prioritise applicants who have experienced hardship or barriers (such as financial, educational, cultural, career change, family/caring responsibilities, unemployment, personal or other disadvantage) that have made it challenging to undertake training or find employment in a meaningful career. This builds on Kangan Institute's Digital Traineeship Program (DTP), a new employer-led model for educating and preparing course participants for practical undertakings in a digital workplace. The Scholarship: Take part in an employer-led program, where you'll be trained with the skills and knowledge to prepare you for a career in Software Development and beyond. We'll fully fund your tuition in the Digital Traineeship Program (Certificate IV Information Technology (Programming) (ICT40120)) at Kangan Institute, Cremorne. This program will be delivered 4 days a week for 16 weeks in a hybrid (face to face & online) setting. Upon completion, you'll be supported to apply for a paid Software Developer Traineeship within a supportive team at Infoxchange. Who can apply? You can apply for the program if you: Are interested and excited about a career in Technology Are not currently in full-time employment, education or training Are committed to applying for a paid diploma level traineeship following completion of the 16-week program Are available to commence study in July 2023 in Melbourne Are aged 18 years and over Are an Australian citizen or permanent resident with valid full working rights in Australia Have enrolled or commenced the enrolment process in the Certificate IV in Information Technology (Programming) (ICT40120) at Kangan Institute. How to Apply The application process consists of two stages: Stage 1 To apply for the Scholarship, eligible applicants must complete and submit the online application form during the Application Period. Applications must be submitted online here. Stage 2 Applicants who are selected to progress to the next stage will be invited to participate in a face-to-face or online interview with the scholarship selection committee, which will comprise of representatives from Infoxchange and Kangan Institute. The interviews will be held online or in person in the Melbourne metropolitan area during business hours (Monday to Friday between the hours of 9:00am and 5:00pm AEDT/AEST). Applications close 10am AEST on Monday 3rd of July 2023. TAFE + Tech Companies lead the way Kangan Institute is engaged with local Cremorne tech companies to develop a new industry co-designed model to integrate digital skills needed in the future of work. The Digital Traineeship is offering a software development program to prepare and integrate trainees into Junior/Associate Software Development roles. The Training structure comprises two key components, as illustrated below. Like to know more? Please get in touch with Laura Notman, Infoxchange or Andrew Roadknight, Kangan Institute.
Digital technologies are critical to enabling modern community organisations to operate effectively and deliver critical services. Connecting Up are hosting a series of free webinars for not-for-profits as part of DIF2021. A new Digital Transformation Hub to help Australian not-for-profits build digital capability and resilience for a post COVID-19 world, is now live. The Infoxchange Group is leading a cross-sector partnership to deliver the Hub, which was established with seed funding from the Lord Mayor’s Charitable Foundation and Gandel Philanthropy. The Infoxchange Group’s Digital Technology in the Not-for-Profit Sector 2020 report highlights that a growing number of not-for-profits need to invest in digital technology, but many don't have the time, capability or budget to move as fast or effectively as they would like. More than half of not-for-profits surveyed were less than satisfied with the way they use technology, and 49% said staff were lacking confidence. Infoxchange Group CEO, David Spriggs, says that these issues have now been accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, with organisations moving to deliver more services online and supporting staff and volunteers to work more effectively remotely. “COVID-19 has had a significant impact on the sector and more and more not-for-profits are contacting us to get help with improving their digital capability. The Digital Transformation Hub will support them to have efficient, reliable technology in place to better support communities in need, staff and volunteers,” says David. Lord Mayor’s Charitable Foundation, CEO, Dr Catherine Brown OAM, says the Digital Transformation Hub will build the capability of the not-for-profit sector as it responds and recovers from COVID-19, especially in the face of increasing demand for services and the need to make major steps in the transition to a zero-carbon economy in the next ten years. “Lord Mayor's Charitable Foundation is pleased to be working with Gandel Philanthropy to support Infoxchange Group’s new Digital Transformation Hub. We see the Hub as providing a strong platform from which not-for-profit leaders and consumers can use digital tools to innovate and transform service or program delivery, develop refreshed financial models, strengthen collaborations across sectors, and ultimately become future ready for whatever challenges lie ahead,” says Catherine. “Congratulations to the Infoxchange Group for their vision and support of our sector.” Gandel Philanthropy CEO, Vedran Drakulić OAM, says that the COVID-19 pandemic has seen a rapid shift to the online delivery of education, support services and information across many sectors, and that this trend is here to stay. “The Digital Transformation Hub will provide an opportunity for not-for-profits to either further strengthen, or even develop from scratch, their technological capability, their online presence and their digital reach. The Hub has the real potential to minimise future digital inequality in the community and strengthen the technical capability and resilience of community organisations,” says Vedran. Delivery of the Digital Transformation Hub is being supported by a range of partners contributing funding, resources and expertise.These organisations include: Lord Mayor’s Charitable Foundation, Gandel Philanthropy, Wheelton Philanthropy, NSW Government through the Social Sector Transformation Fund, Victorian Government, PwC Australia, Google, Microsoft, Griffith University, Swinburne University, Beaker & Flint, Communiteer, Isgood.AI, HumanIT, Tyne Solutions, CSnet, PN Digital, Comunet, Engage4Change, Nova Smart Solutions, Digital Purpose, Strategic Grants and Insight 38. “We are thrilled to share our expertise with the Digital Transformation Hub to help not-for-profits across Australia make the most of digital technologies and undergo their own transformation journeys,” says Jane Edwards, Director of Social Impact, PwC Australia. The CEO of the says that one of advantages of the Digital Transformation Hub is about identifying what is possible. "A lot of organisations in our sector don’t know what we don't know when it comes to digital capability. We can use the Hub as a source of information to discover the possibilities that are available to us, and I think that is important," says Liz, Digital Transformation Hub resources are created by experts to help organisations accelerate their digital transformation journeys, whether they are getting started or looking to extend and build on capabilities they already have. Resources include: A digital capability quiz to assess strengths, with tailored recommendations for opportunities to improve. Access to donated and discounted hardware and software for the not-for-profit sector from Google, Microsoft, Adobe, Amazon, Zoom, MYOB, NetSuite and sector-specific providers. An “expert bar” where organisations can book one-on-one consultations with experts on subjects like grant applications, digital marketing, data security and much more. Training for technology leaders, staff and volunteers, including self-paced online learning with course content designed specifically for the sector, as well interactive group events and regular webinars. Engaging guides and how-to content for the sector on key areas of interest including tech foundations, IT management, information systems, digital marketing or cyber security. To access the Digital Transformation Hub go to www.digitaltransformation.org.au