Turnover Intention Among ICT Professionals in Brazilian Public Organizations

• Published in: SAGE open 2024-04, Vol.14 (2)
• Main Authors: Pereira, Lucio Camilo Oliva, Albuquerque, Nina Braga Cavalcanti de, Valle, Rodrigo de Souza, Morgado de Gois, Sandra Regina Freitas da Silva, Goncalves, Antonio Augusto
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• ISSN: 2158-2440; 2158-2440
• DOI: 10.1177/21582440241240313

This study investigates turnover intentions within the context of Brazilian public organizations, focusing on Information and Communications Technology professionals. Moreover, the research highlights the factors influencing turnover intentions and underscores the critical role of remote work and compensation satisfaction, particularly salary, in shaping these intentions. The desire for the flexibility inherent in remote work and the emphasis on equitable and competitive compensation packages emerge as critical drivers for retaining technology professionals. In addition to these key factors, these findings underscore organizations’ need to adopt effective retention strategies, encompassing policies that endorse remote work alternatives and establish competitive compensation norms. By addressing these factors, Brazilian public institutions can cultivate a stable and committed technology professionals workforce. Consequently, this study enriches the understanding of strategic decision-making and human resource practices, offering pertinent insights for organizational enhancement. Plain Language Summary Why tech experts consider leaving public jobs in brazil: Understanding the reasons behind IT professionals thinking about changing careers This study dives into the reasons why professionals working with technology in Brazilian public organizations might decide to leave their jobs. It turns out that the ability to work remotely and being satisfied with their pay, especially their salary, play a huge role in their decision-making. Essentially, the study found that these tech experts value the flexibility of being able to work from different locations and want to be fairly compensated for their skills, with a particular focus on their salary. The results highlight the importance of organizations offering options for remote work and making sure that their employees feel they are being paid fairly. These factors are not only crucial for keeping technology professionals on board but also contribute to creating a stable and dedicated workforce in the field. The study suggests that organizations, especially in the public sector in Brazil, need to put in place effective strategies to retain these valuable professionals. This includes establishing policies that support remote work and ensuring that the compensation offered is competitive. In a nutshell, the findings of this study provide useful insights for organizations looking to improve their decision-making and hum