The definition of competencies adopted by SAPS originates from the Australian National Training Authority (ANTA), which states, “a competency is the specific knowledge, skills, abilities and behaviour applied within an occupation or industry to the standard required in employment”.

SAPS Middle Manager Competencies

OPE have identified 9 “Core Competencies” for all public sector middle managers, these being:

• Maintain and enhance confidence in public service
• Apply government systems
• Manage compliance with legislation in the public sector
• Manage policy implementation
• Manage resources
• Manage quality client service
• Influence workforce effectiveness
• Establish and maintain strategic networks
• Manage personal work priorities and professional development

• Formulate business strategies
• Undertake researc
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  mere mortals, these competencies provide some useful directions for our own personal and professional development.

  The definition of competencies adopted by SAPS originates from the Australian National Training Authority (ANTA), which states, “a competency is the specific knowledge, skills, abilities and behaviour applied within an occupation or industry to the standard required in employment”.

  SAPS Middle Manager Competencies

  OPE have identified 9 “Core Competencies” for all public sector middle managers, these being:

  • Maintain and enhance confidence in public service
  • Apply government systems
  • Manage compliance with legislation in the public sector
  • Manage policy implementation
  • Manage resources
  • Manage quality client service
  • Influence workforce effectiveness
  • Establish and maintain strategic networks
  • Manage personal work priorities and professional development
  This foundation is ideally supplemented by other generic middle manager competencies, which are identified as:
  • Formulate business strategies
  • Undertake researc
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    ills, abilities and behaviour applied within an occupation or industry to the standard required in employment”.

    SAPS Middle Manager Competencies

    OPE have identified 9 “Core Competencies” for all public sector middle managers, these being:

    • Maintain and enhance confidence in public service
    • Apply government systems
    • Manage compliance with legislation in the public sector
    • Manage policy implementation
    • Manage resources
    • Manage quality client service
    • Influence workforce effectiveness
    • Establish and maintain strategic networks
    • Manage personal work priorities and professional development
    This foundation is ideally supplemented by other generic middle manager competencies, which are identified as:
    • Formulate business strategies
    • Undertake researc
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    • Apply government systems
    • Manage compliance with legislation in the public sector
    • Manage policy implementation
    • Manage resources
    • Manage quality client service
    • Influence workforce effectiveness
    • Establish and maintain strategic networks
    • Manage personal work priorities and professional development
    This foundation is ideally supplemented by other generic middle manager competencies, which are identified as:
    • Formulate business strategies
    • Undertake researc
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    • Manage personal work priorities and professional development
    This foundation is ideally supplemented by other generic middle manager competencies, which are identified as:
    • Formulate business strategies
    • Undertake research and analysis
    • Recruit, select and induct staff
    • Facilitate people management
    • Manage budgets and financial plans
    • Procure goods and services
    • Develop a business case
    • Manage risk
    • Manage innovation and continuous improvement
    • Provide strategic direction
    It is interesting to see that the competencies address a range of administrative, planning and leadership elements within the role of middle manager. Not every middle manager will utilise each of these generic competencies in any given role. However, if you have an eye to becoming more “job ready” as a manager, it would be wise to look for opportunities to build and consolidate these competencies. The competencies could provide a basis of discussion and/or negotiation with your manager, with a view to your development as a professional. If your employer has an established performance management system in place, this is an ideal forum in which to explore opportunities for learning and growth.

    SAPS Executive Leadership Competencies

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