Flexibility in skills is the new job security
Vanessa Wainwright
2030 Skills Mission to democratise access for 100 million people to learning and inclusive opportunities through the Skills Passport
"The most valuable asset of a 21st-century institution, whether business or non-business, will be its ability to develop and mobilise the talents of its workforce."
Peter Drucker
In a world where job markets are constantly evolving, the ability to transfer skills across industries is not just an asset, it's a necessity. Skill mobility refers to the ability of individuals to transfer their skills and competencies across different jobs, industries, or geographic locations. This concept is critical in today's rapidly changing job market, where technological advancements, economic fluctuations, and globalisation continually reshape employment landscapes. Skill mobility is also the key to a resilient career; it allows individuals to pivot and thrive amidst economic and technological changes.
Key Aspects of Skill Mobility
Transferable Skills
Geographic Mobility:
Industry Mobility:
Job Function Mobility:
Benefits of Skill Mobility
Economic Resilience:
Global Competitiveness
Support for Industry Transitions
Career Advancement:
Lifelong Learning:
Organisational Benefits:
What is Hindering Skill Mobility?
Skill mobility can be hindered by several factors, which can be categorised into individual, organisational, and systemic barriers. Understanding these barriers is crucial for developing strategies to overcome them.
Individual Barriers
Lack of Awareness:
Fear of Change:
Skill Gaps:
Organisational Barriers
Rigid Job Structures:
Narrow Recruitment Practices:
Insufficient Training and Development:
Systemic Barriers
Educational Mismatches:
Labour Market Rigidities:
Credential Recognition Issues:
Cultural and Social Barriers
Cultural Attitudes:
Family and Social Commitments:
To overcome these barriers and enhance skill mobility, a comprehensive approach involving individuals, organisations, and policymakers is needed
Enhancing Skill Mobility
Skill mobility is the capacity to apply one's abilities in different contexts, enhancing career flexibility, economic stability, and individual growth. Promoting skill mobility through education, policy, and organisational practices is essential for adapting to the ever-changing job market.
Strategies to Enhance Skill Mobility
Enhancing skill mobility requires a multifaceted approach involving education, training, policy support, and organisational practices. Here are some effective strategies to foster skill mobility:
Education and Training Programs
Career Counselling and Support Services
Credential Recognition and Standardisation
Public Policies and Government Initiatives
Collaboration Between Sectors
Flexible Work Arrangements
Technology and Innovation
Organisational Practices
By implementing these strategies, individuals, organisations, and governments can collectively enhance skill mobility, ensuring a more adaptable, resilient, and innovative workforce capable of thriving in a rapidly changing job market.
In summary
Skill mobility is essential for individual career success, organizational competitiveness, and economic resilience. By fostering a workforce that can adapt and thrive in various roles and industries, we can build a more robust and dynamic economy.
In today’s job market, an individual’s ability to learn and adapt quickly is more important than your current skill set.
Economies benefit from a workforce with high skill mobility, as it fosters innovation and productivity. Workers can move to sectors with higher demand, helping to balance labour supply and demand, and mitigate the impacts of economic downturns in specific industries.
Enhancing skill mobility requires a multifaceted approach involving education, training, policy support, and organisational practices.
By
Fiona Whelan
Director of Education & Skills
abodoo - the Skills Platform powering Skills Investment
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