Competency framework for JAC panel members

Introduction (Back to top)

The first stage of applying to become a panel member involves a suitability statement. This is your opportunity to tell us about the experience, skills and knowledge you have.

You should provide examples and evidence linked to the essential criteria and the competency framework below, demonstrating why your skills and experience would enable you to perform effectively in the role.

Leadership (Back to top)

• Leads by example, setting high standards of behaviour and co-operative working
• Is open and inviting of the views of others, confidently putting forward own views
• Is approachable and builds strong interpersonal relationships
• Encourages contributions and involvement from others by being approachable and accessible
• Seeks constructive outcomes in discussions, challenges assumptions but enables panel to achieve consensus

Effective Communication (Back to top)

• Inspires respect and confidence in others by using effective verbal and non-verbal communication
• Demonstrates courtesy to all, listening and taking the views of others into account and seeking effective resolution where
• appropriate
• Communicates with confidence, choosing content, style and language to suit the context
• Demonstrates excellent written communication, in a style which is logical and concise to meet audience needs
• Shows an awareness of the importance of diversity to ensure fair selection, and demonstrates sensitivity to the needs of individuals

Decision Making (Back to top)

• Effectively analyses complex and conflicting information, identifying and focusing on the relevant issues
• Ensures fairness, demonstrates integrity throughout the process
• Presents reasonable conclusions from a wide range of evidence, making reasoned decisions with a clear rationale
• Absorbs information quickly and applies information appropriately throughout the process

Collaborating and Managing Work Efficiently (Back to top)

• Manages own and colleague’s time effectively and prioritises tasks to ensure efficient completion of work
• Demonstrates resilience, responding calmly and flexibly to changes
• Utilises available resources, making full use of technology to carry out tasks efficiently
• Resolves problems independently and as part of a team where necessary
• Works effectively as a team player, drawing on relevant specialist expertise and challenging colleagues where appropriate
• Provides support and guidance to colleagues, sharing relevant information and developments with others and encouraging others to do so