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Competencies are a set of defined behaviours that provide a structured guide for enabling the identification, evaluation and development of workplace behaviours in employees.

Each of the seven Dal Core Competencies and six Dal Leadership Competencies define workplace behaviours at three levels:

·         Self – intended for all Dalhousie employees

·         Team – intended for those leading others or for personal growth and development

·         Organization – intended for those who lead unit, department, faculty or institution-wide initiatives or for personal growth and development

The self-assessment tool for each competency provides a way to celebrate your strengths by identifying 1-2 behaviours that you have a moderate or high level of competence in. Similarly, for each competency you can identify 1-2 behaviours you would like to further develop.  

Both strengths and areas for development may be discussed with your manager/supervisor during performance discussions. Areas for development can be incorporated into learning goals and plans while strengths may be highlighted on resumes and in job interviews.

The tools may be found on myDal>Faculty & Staff >Competencies.

Self-Assessment Tool: Core Competencies

Self-Assessment Tool: Leadership Competencies