Mumbai, 13 August 2024: On the occasion of World Youth Day, Rodic Consultants, a leading engineering and digital infrastructure consulting company, reaffirms its commitment to fostering the next generation of leaders, a strategic initiative aimed at upgrading the skills of youth over the next five years. The company has introduced a series of targeted training programmes, partnership with educational institutions, and internship opportunities aimed at enhancing the employability of young professionals in the infrastructure engineering consulting sector.
Emphasising the company’s vision, Ajay Srivastava, Chief Human Resources Officer, Rodic Consultants, said, “Our skill development programme is centred around cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset, risk-taking ability, and agility. We wish to create a young and sustainable organisation with a strong focus on tech literacy and an appetite for growth to push the bar upwards. We aim to align our employees’ potential with their career progression to create a strong culture of accountability and ownership. As we look to the future, Rodic Consultants remains dedicated to nurturing and empowering the next generation of leaders, ensuring that they are well-prepared to drive the organisation forward.”
Srivastava further highlighted the importance of talent retention as a cornerstone of Rodic Consultants’ organisational strategy. “We recognise that young professionals seek regular and meaningful interactions with their managers, not just for performance assessments but also for constructive feedback that helps them sharpen their skills. To address this, we have implemented a regular connect programme that provides young talent with meaningful assignments and opportunities for professional growth. This approach is key to ensuring longer retention and building a sustainable organisation.”
Rodic Consultants, in its endeavour to build a future-ready organisation, also plans to engage and upskill a significant number of young professionals, ensuring they are equipped to take on first-level people management roles within 2-3 years. Additionally, the company is committed to recruiting 10-15% of new professionals annually, with a focus on individuals under 28 years of age to inject fresh perspectives and complementary skillsets into the company’s talent pool, fostering a culture that values innovation and growth.
