Benefits of a capability framework
Our people
The capability framework can help our people identify
- the skills and attributes (capabilities) required for their current position
- the skills and attributes required for positions and/or levels they aspire to
- gaps in their capabilities and those they may need to develop
- the focus for discussions with their manager about their development and career needs
- a way to develop capabilities consistent with the APS thus enhancing career prospects
Our managers
The capability framework can help our managers identify
- the capabilities required of their people
- the behaviours they need to demonstrate as managers
- consistent selection criteria for positions
- the right people for the role
- the development needs of their people
- performance issues and how to manage them more effectively
- capability gaps within their team
- people who demonstrate potential for succession purposes
Applicants for positions at Medicare Australia
The capability framework can help applicants to identify and understand
- the skills and attributes (capabilities) required of an advertised position
- the capabilities that are required for positions that involve the management of people/resources
- a guide to the behaviours that would demonstrate the use of capabilities when completing applications
- a guide to how the capabilities are applied within the context of the role or work area that an advertised position is located
Medicare Australia
The capability framework can help us to identify
- the capabilities required for the business now and into the future
- changing priorities and gaps in our learning and development programs
- a clear basis for workforce and succession planning
- consistent selection criteria and merit selection processes
- a way to ensure our Performance Support Program focuses on capability
- a clearer understanding of career progression and facilitate career planning
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Last updated: 28 May, 2008