Migrant Talent Connector Inc.

Migrant Talent Connector Inc. is a membership-based, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting migrants in Tasmania to achieve meaningful employment and successful entrepreneurship. It focuses on providing individual, holistic, and ongoing opportunities for Skilled, Business, Student, and Partner visa holders to enhance their workplace skills, cross-cultural awareness, and community engagement. The organisation believes that migrants significantly contribute to Tasmania’s economy and cultural diversity, enriching the island’s social fabric and workforce.

Mission and Vision

The mission of Migrant Talent Connector is to enhance opportunities for migrants to obtain meaningful and lasting employment or income by collaborating with employers, government bodies, and community organisations. It aims to provide the necessary connections to workplace culture, training, funding, and broader community networks. The vision is for every migrant in Tasmania to find fulfilling work or build successful businesses, thereby achieving a complete and satisfying life for themselves and their families.

Main Objectives

• Increase employment skills of migrants through tailored support in job applications, interviews, and workplace culture understanding.
• Foster networking among migrant communities and the wider Tasmanian community to build social and professional connections.
• Support entrepreneurship by assisting migrants in developing business ideas into viable start-ups.
• Connect migrants to other community agencies, government programs, and industry associations for comprehensive support.

Benefiting Groups

• Skilled visa holders seeking professional employment.
• Business visa holders aiming to establish or grow enterprises.
• Student visa holders preparing for workforce entry.
• Partner visa holders integrating into the local labour market.

Services and Activities

• Individualised job-seeking assistance before and after employment, including resume and interview preparation.
• Regular group sessions to improve understanding of Australian workplace culture.
• Networking opportunities connecting migrants with employers, community groups, and other migrants.
• Business mentoring and support for start-up development.
• Flexible meeting arrangements in community locations across greater Hobart to suit members’ schedules.
• Referral to local support services such as Migrant Resource Centre and Multicultural Council of Tasmania.