Drive

Sets direction and encourages others towards the achievement of the organisation goals.

• I manage myself and my activities to ensure I work effectively and set a good example to others.
• I lead myself and others to ensure that agreed outcomes are delivered within my area of responsibility.
• I contribute my expertise, thoughts and opinions to improve results.
• I am prepared to ask questions of and challenge others at all levels of the organisation.
• I present the case to obtain resources necessary to do my job.
• I actively participate in mine and others' performance management activities.

Questions existing practices, adopts new approaches, adjusts to changing circumstances and responds positively to new ideas.

• I am curious about why things are done in certain ways.
• I try new approaches in order to find alternative perspectives on issues.
• I am open to new ideas, approaches and perspectives.
• I implement plans that maximise the benefits of change.
• I quickly adapt to changing circumstances and am comfortable in a less structured environment.

Initiates and drives things forward, follows through and gets things done, is resilient, sets ambitious targets and achieves excellence.

• I remain composed when dealing with difficulties and recover quickly, learning from setbacks.
• I initiate action to make things happen.
• I demonstrate perseverance and tenacity.
• I set myself stretching goals and targets that motivate me to achieve excellent performance.
• I am driven by the need to consistently achieve high quality results.
• I demonstrate energy and commitment when approaching new situations.

Manages their own and others' development, coaching and mentoring others, taking responsibility for learning and continually improving and developing professional skills, knowledge and experience.

• I am willing to learn, proactively looking for stretching tasks and activities that will enhance my knowledge and skills.
• I maintain and develop my professional competence through life-long learning.
• I am aware of my strengths and limitations and seek feedback to understand any areas for development and take appropriate action.
• I regularly review and reflect on my performance and future career options and appraise my own strengths and weaknesses.
• I complete my relevant Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements deliberately choosing areas that will assist in my development.
• I support the development of others, giving feedback and sharing my expertise and coaching where necessary.