Creating Meaningful Employee Experiences at MCMC
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is taking a bold, human-centric approach to transforming its workforce. At the heart of this transformation is a strategic commitment to delivering a holistic employee experience (EX) that focuses on every stage of an employee’s journey—from onboarding to retirement.
Dr. Murugappan Subramaniam, Chief Human Resource Officer at MCMC, defines employee experience as “the sum of all interactions an employee has with the Commission across all stages of their journey.” This philosophy is guided by MCMC’s comprehensive Employee Experience Framework, which shapes organisational culture and drives engagement.
The Five-Stage Employee Experience Framework
MCMC’s EX strategy is structured around five key phases: ATTRACT, LAUNCH, DISCOVER, ACHIEVE, and AHEAD. Each plays a vital role in ensuring a seamless, supportive, and growth-oriented employee journey.
ATTRACT
The first step focuses on strengthening MCMC’s talent pipeline through compelling employer branding and a clearly articulated Employee Value Proposition (EVP). This positions the organisation as a top employer, especially in the competitive digital and regulatory sectors of Malaysia.
LAUNCH
New hires are onboarded through a strategic and immersive process anchored by MetaHRise, Malaysia’s first metaverse-driven onboarding platform. This digital experience introduces the Commission’s roles, culture, and values in a gamified, engaging format. The onboarding journey also includes in-person sessions, team-building activities, and continuous check-ins.
DISCOVER
During this stage, employees are immersed in the life and culture at MCMC. The organisation’s total rewards strategy, called Work-Value Pay (WVP), aligns compensation and benefits with performance and impact. MCMC also supports employee well-being with generous leave policies, inclusive benefits, and flexible work structures. Active staff engagement through cross-departmental initiatives and social clubs further enhances the workplace experience.
ACHIEVE
With a strong foundation, employees are encouraged to grow through structured career paths and internal mobility. Over 30% of employees experienced internal movement in 2024, up from 13% in 2023. This reflects MCMC’s commitment to agility, learning, and long-term career development.
AHEAD
As employees transition out of MCMC, whether through resignation or retirement, the organisation ensures a respectful, supportive exit process. Long service awards and retirement programmes honour contributions while structured exit interviews provide feedback for continuous improvement.
Award-Winning Initiatives at MCMC
MCMC’s human-centered approach has led to multiple accolades at the Employee Experience Awards 2025 in Malaysia:
- Gold for Best Rewards and Recognition Programme
- Silver for Best Holistic Leadership Development Strategy
- Silver for Best Talent Mobility Programme
- Silver for Best Employee Advocacy Programme
- Bronze for Best Management Training Programme
- Bronze for Best In-House Certification Programme
- Bronze for Best Learning and Development Programme
- Most Innovative Leadership Development Programme
These awards validate MCMC’s strategic focus on building a resilient, agile, and engaged workforce through innovation and empathy.
Driving Impact Through Enhanced Total Rewards
One of MCMC’s most high-impact initiatives was the enhancement of its total rewards programme. Informed by its 2024 Employee Engagement Survey, the Commission introduced two new benefits—a commuting allowance and an inclusive care and support allowance—and upgraded 13 existing ones.
This initiative addressed a critical business need: attracting and retaining top digital talent in a fast-evolving sector. With 86% of employees reporting sustainable engagement and 69% expressing the intention to stay, the data underlined the success of these enhancements. MCMC continues to track qualitative and quantitative outcomes, including feedback, retention rates, and benefit utilisation.
Balancing Personalisation with Scalability
MCMC’s EX philosophy is built on balancing individualised support with scalable frameworks. This is achieved through:
- Career Development Framework: Structured pathways combined with personal coaching.
- MetaHRise: A digital, interactive onboarding tool that is scalable and customisable.
- Technology-Enabled Learning: Online platforms offering tailored learning journeys.
- Well-Being Initiatives: Mental health support and wellness programmes accessible to all.
- Flexible Work Arrangements: Policies that offer autonomy while ensuring fairness.
These efforts ensure that MCMC’s workforce feels seen, supported, and empowered to grow—regardless of their role or stage in the employee lifecycle.
Underappreciated Drivers of Engagement
While structured initiatives are important, Dr. Murugappan identifies three subtle yet impactful drivers of engagement:
- Inspiration through purpose: Employees thrive when connected to a meaningful mission.
- Trust and empathy: Authentic leadership fosters loyalty and openness.
- Human-centric change management: Addressing concerns and guiding transitions sustains engagement during periods of change.
These elements may not always be quantifiable, but they are essential to building a truly engaged and motivated workforce.
Looking Ahead: The Future of Work at MCMC
As MCMC continues to evolve, the focus remains on leveraging digitalisation to enhance the human experience. Dr. Murugappan emphasizes that “this is not about technology for its own sake, but about empowering people.”
By integrating tools like AI and automation, MCMC aims to create more agile, personalised HR experiences. The goal is not just to transform systems, but to build a culture where every employee can thrive, lead, and belong.
“Our journey is driven by empathy and innovation. Together, we’re shaping something exceptional,” he concludes.
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