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Entrepreneur
6 days ago
- Business
- Entrepreneur
Female Representation in Technical Roles in Non Tech Sectors Rise from 1.90% in 2020 to 14% in 2024: TeamLease
Tier-I cities saw greater female representation (15.88 per cent) in tech roles in non-tech sectors compared to tier-II cities where it stood at a mere 7.58 per cent. Between 2023-24, there was a notable increase in female representation in mid and senior-level roles You're reading Entrepreneur India, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. India Inc.'s journey towards gender parity has seen gradual progress, extending even to traditionally male-dominated technical roles in non-tech sectors. However, despite marked improvements, substantial disparities in representation and pay persist. Addressing this, TeamLease Digital, a leading specialised staffing firm in India, has unveiled a detailed analysis focusing on contractual tech roles across non-tech industries. The comprehensive analysis highlights an encouraging trend in the gender composition of India's tech contractual workforce between 2020 and 2024. Female representation surged from 9.51 per cent in 2020 to 27.98 per cent in 2024, reflecting growing momentum for diversity in a space long dominated by men. This shift underscores the increasing recognition of women's contributions to tech roles across non-tech domains and the growing appreciation for diversity in innovation-driven functions. Gender representation within India's contractual tech workforce has undergone a complex evolution. Technical roles in non-tech sectors have showcased a positive narrative since 2020, with steady, albeit gradual improvement in gender parity. As per TeamLease Digital's findings, in 2020, female representation for tech roles in non-tech sectors stood at a mere 1.90 per cent. However, by 2023 and 2024, this reached 11.8 per cent and 14 per cent, respectively, indicating a slow but encouraging shift in traditionally male-dominated roles. Despite this progress, female representation in contractual tech roles remains uneven across non-tech industries. While sectors such as BFSI (46.88 per cent women) and Lifesciences & Healthcare (29.58 per cent women) have embraced gender parity, others, such as Manufacturing & Engineering (4.82 per cent women) and Energy (6.25 per cent women), lag behind. On the other hand, sectors such as Automotive have 23.91 per cent female representation. This imbalance is largely attributed to rigid hiring practices, cultural stereotypes, and limited skilling pathways for women in core technical functions. A closer look at the level-based composition of females in tech roles in non-tech sectors reveals a concerning statistic: women's representation in senior roles stands at a mere 3.35 per cent, women in mid-level roles comprise 4.07 per cent, and those in entry-level roles make up 3.03 per cent. This signals a major discrepancy as male dominance considerably surges, and women continue to face challenges in ascending to leadership roles. However, between 2023 and 2024, there has been a noteworthy increase in female representation in mid and senior levels, going from 4.98 per cent in 2023 to 5.14 per cent in 2024 in mid-level roles. Similarly, female representation in senior positions increased from 3.95 per cent in 2023 to 4.86 per cent in 2024, a gradual shift in gender parity, with greater female representation. The Geography Factor TeamLease Digital's analysis reveals that gender representation varies significantly by city tier, underscoring a disparity in opportunities. Overall, tier-I cities have a more gender-diverse workforce than tier-II cities. In technical roles in non-tech sectors, tier-I cities saw a 15.88 per cent female representation, while in tier-II cities, this was reduced by almost half, standing at 7.58 per cent. This imbalance largely stems from biased hiring practices and an underrepresentation of women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) fields. The gap in female representation also underscores the need for digital literacy initiatives, remote work options, and adequate upskilling/reskilling programs. Commenting on the findings, Neeti Sharma, CEO of TeamLease Digital, said, "The significant rise in female representation in tech roles within non-tech sectors from 1.90 per cent in 2020 to 14 per cent in 2024 reflects a promising shift towards inclusivity. However, persistent gaps in technical skill representation and leadership roles highlight the need for targeted interventions. TeamLease Digital's in-depth analysis sheds light on the gradual increase in gender diversity while highlighting the gaps effectively." Focused intervention, such as tailored upskilling programs and inclusive hiring practices, combined with greater accessibility to resources and opportunities, will play a key role in levelling the playing field and creating equitable work environments across sectors.
Entrepreneur
26-05-2025
- Business
- Entrepreneur
Samana Developers Partners With Dubai Land Department to Enable Greater Gender Inclusivity in Dubai's Real Estate Market
You're reading Entrepreneur Middle East, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. SAMANA Developers, a UAE-based real estate developer, has entered into a strategic partnership with Dubai Land Department (DLD) to further its commitment towards creating a more inclusive and gender equitable real estate sector—specifically by promoting greater women's leadership and participation within Dubai's booming property market. The partnership aligns with DLD's She Pioneers initiative, which aims to celebrate and recognize the key role women play in driving sustainable growth in the real estate market while simultaneously increasing female investment. With the goal of establishing a strong and influential female presence across every stage of the real estate value chain, the initiative also seeks to transform women into confident investors, key decision-makers, and dynamic industry professionals. This, in turn, aligns with Dubai's progressive development agenda, which prioritises the advancement of female talent and promotes gender equality across all vital sectors. As part of this new partnership with DLD, Samana Developers will launch a series of impactful programs, including mentorship schemes pairing seasoned industry leaders with aspiring female professionals, dedicated networking events to foster community and collaboration, specialized training courses for female real estate agents, and tailored investment packages designed to support women entrepreneurs on their property ownership journey. "Our strategic collaboration with Samana Developers is deeply valued, as it places women's encouragement at the heart of its mission," noted Majida Ali Rashid, CEO of the Real Estate Development Sector at DLD. "This initiative aligns seamlessly with our broader vision to foster a supportive ecosystem in which women can thrive and actively contribute to the growth of the real estate sector—an essential pillar of Dubai's economy. Ultimately, it reflects the emirate's visionary leadership in championing gender parity and unlocking the full potential of female talent across all sectors." Urusa Imran, Director of Business Development at Samana Developers, highlighted the driving philosophy behind the initiative: "At Samana Developers, where women currently make up 48% of our workforce, we believe that enabling women is essential to the advancement of any modern society. This partnership with Dubai Land Department is a significant step forward in translating that belief into measurable impact. We are confident in the power of women to lead transformative change and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of real estate in Dubai." By aligning strategic goals and resources, both organisations thus hope to drive meaningful change and reinforce Dubai's position as a global leader in progressive, people-centric urban development. Related: Samana Developers Founder Imran Farooq Opens Up on His Long and Winding Road to Success
BBC News
22-05-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Men urged to be 'allies' to combat Jersey's gender pay gap
Men have been invited to "unite" with women at a roundtable discussion on how to tackle the gender pay gap in Mourant from Mind the Gap - a group of female business leaders advocating for gender parity - said eight men were already signed-up to the event, which would focus on "ally-ship". At the heart of talks will be the 6.3% average pay gap between men and women, she said, with men earning on average £2 more than women per hour, according to a Statistics Jersey report published in March."We really believe that narrowing the gap benefits both men and women and we are only going to speak from a position of power if we are united," said Ms Mourant. The gender pay gap is widest in the finance and information sectors where men get paid more than 20% extra, according to Statistics gap also tends to widen as workers get older, peaking in people's 50s, according to the report. Ms Mourant said: "We have been told by male colleagues that they don't really know how to support us so we are delivering a roundtable about how best we can work together."She said the goal was to "hear experiences" and gain insights into what people could do to "move forward and let go of biases which are deeply ingrained in us as a society".She said the subject was "contentious" adding: "Most people will assume men and women can't get paid differently for doing the same job."That isn't the gender pay gap. We're talking about the average, the difference in earnings between men and women." She said reasons given for this gap included taking maternity time or a lack of said there was also a school of thought that women "lacked confidence" but that this was a "debunked myth"."If we start drilling down into different sectors and age ranges that disparity becomes absolutely wider."For us, this is all about bringing men into the conversation because we know we can't make change unless all of us are moving in the same direction."
CBC
13-05-2025
- Business
- CBC
Carney, MPs have arrived at Rideau Hall for cabinet swearing-in ceremony
New cabinet will be Prime Minister Mark Carney's second — but his first since being elected. It is expected to be small and focused, according to an official with the Prime Minister's Office. Half of the 30 or so ministers will be new faces, the PMO official said. Sources have told CBC News that Sean Fraser will be justice minister, newly elected Tim Hodgson will be natural resources and energy minister and former Vancouver mayor Gregor Robertson will be housing minister. Carney's first cabinet was composed of 23 ministers — 11 women and 13 men. Trudeau's last cabinet had 39 when sworn in. Carney has said he's committed to hitting gender parity in this cabinet. The PM is expected to announce a tiered cabinet, with up to 10 secretaries of state. There will be a core group of senior ministers and a secondary group of more junior ministers, with smaller groups of staff and no new ministry created for them. The cabinet will likely focus on fighting U.S. tariffs and building up the Canadian economy. The swearing-in ceremony at Rideau Hall is expected to begin at 10:30 a.m. ET.
CBC
13-05-2025
- Business
- CBC
MPs arriving at Rideau Hall to be sworn into Carney's cabinet
New cabinet will be Prime Minister Mark Carney's second — but his first since being elected. It is expected to be small and focused, according to an official with the Prime Minister's Office. Half of the 30 or so ministers will be new faces, the PMO official said. Sources have told CBC News that Sean Fraser will be justice minister, newly elected Tim Hodgson will be natural resources and energy minister and former Vancouver mayor Gregor Robertson will be housing minister. Carney's first cabinet was composed of 23 ministers — 11 women and 13 men. Trudeau's last cabinet had 39 when sworn in. Carney has said he's committed to hitting gender parity in this cabinet. The PM is expected to announce a tiered cabinet, with up to 10 secretaries of state. There will be a core group of senior ministers and a secondary group of more junior ministers, with smaller groups of staff and no new ministry created for them. The cabinet will likely focus on fighting U.S. tariffs and building up the Canadian economy. The swearing-in ceremony at Rideau Hall is expected to begin at 10:30 a.m. ET.
