Competencies are observable abilities, skills, knowledge or traits defined in terms of the behaviours required for an employee to excel in his or her job profile.

When applied to an organisation’s learning and development programme, competence-based development can lead to more effective and efficient personal development.  

Step 1

Self assessment to understand job profile requirements and to maintain personal effectiveness

• Continually self-assess and seek feedback from others to identify strengths and limitations.

• Pursue training and development opportunities. 

Step 2

Seek to develop personal competencies to fit current job profiles

• Try new approaches to maximise learning in current situation.

• Take advantage of internal learning opportunities.

• Integrate new learning into work methods.

Step 3

Seek development opportunities beyond current job profile competency requirements

• Set personal and professional goals and targets for self in view of growth beyond current job.

• Actively pursue self-development on an ongoing basis (technically and personally).

• Pursue projects designed to challenge personal abilities.

Step 4

Align personal competence development with organisation objectives and goals

• Design personal learning objectives based on evolving needs of the portfolio or business unit.

• Use organisational change as an opportunity to develop new competencies.

Step 5

Align personal learning with anticipated change in organisational strategy

• Identify future competencies required by the organisation and develop and pursue learning plans accordingly.

• Continuously scan the environment to keep abreast of emerging developments in the broader business context.