LOCAL GOVERNMENT COMPETENCY FRAMEWORK

(CFW)

Objectives For This Morning

• Introduction to Framework• How the framework can be used• Seeing how works in practice • Feedback and Comments

Introduction To Framework• A Framework incorporating 4 competence groups that contain 14 sets

of behaviours for all employees within Council and wider Local Government.

• Broken into 3 levels, namely front line, operational and strategic

• A definition and description of behaviours that Council employees at all levels need to apply within their roles and responsibilities

• A set of 6 core competencies, out of a possible 14, is identified and incorporated into the Person Specification for each role within Council

• The competence – ‘Respect for Diversity’ underpins all posts

• Staff will be reviewed and developed against these competencies throughout the employment cycle

What It Looks Like…

How the Framework can be used?₋ Throughout the employment cycle₋ Aligned with the People & OD Strategic Framework₋ Recruitment & Selection₋ Induction₋ Probation₋ Performance Appraisal₋ Learning, Training & Development₋ Coaching₋ Talent Management

See How It Works in Practice …..₋ Introduce the ‘tarot cards’

₋ 15mins to complete the process

₋ 10mins to feedback

₋ Identify 6 core competencies for the post for a Generic Director (at least 1 from each group if possible)

₋ Focus on the cards only

₋ Identify from each of the 4 groups the competencies in order of importance

₋ Refer to the positive indicators within the framework for Strategic Level.

₋ Identify 4 and revisit the in order to come up with the final 2

₋ Feedback to the group

Feedback and Comments

• How did you find in practice?

• Do you think it could work in your Council?

• Any clarification required?

• Next Steps