Leadership Capability Framework
The leadership capability framework will define essential leadership skills and competencies consistently across the Local Government sector. It will also guide leadership development and talent management.
Why a Leadership Capability Framework?
Defines Leadership Competencies:
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Outlines the expected knowledge, attributes and behaviours required for effective leadership
Supports Professional Growth:
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Provides a roadmap for leaders to develop both fundamental and advanced capabilities.
Aligns Leadership with Organisational's Goals:
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Ensures leaders are equipped to drive strategic objectives and address community needs.
Establishes Leadership Standards:
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Sets a clear benchmark for "successful" leadership, encompassing people, behavior, and results.
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Fosters a Culture of Continuous Learning:
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Encourages ongoing development and empowers employees to take ownership of their professional growth.
Aligns Individual and Organisational Goals:
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Helps leaders connect their personal development plans to broader organisational objectives.
What are the benefits of a Leadership Capability Framework?
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Assess the strength and performance of our leadership.​
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Design and deliver multifaceted and targeted development needs and gaps.
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Identify and manage our talent and plan for succession.
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Attract, recruit and retain talent.
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Succession and Workforce Planning - identifies current and future workforce capability needs and gaps
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Align existing capabilities in position descriptions.
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Recruitment and selection - interview questions designed to focus on assessing a candidate's capabilities rather than a specific skill level.
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Develop Programs - build and inform targeted training and development programs.
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Performance and Development Plans - linking the framework directly to the PDP process allows leaders to align development objectives directly against key capabilities.
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Common Leadership Capabilities
